Looking for somewhere new to settle down this weekend and enjoy your fave tipple? Look no further than 9 Below, Dublin’s newest (and by the looks of it, fanciest) basement bar that’s popped up just off Stephen’s Green. The new high-end bar is opening tonight in the basement beneath the notoriously exclusive St Stephen’s Green Hibernian members’ […]
8 years ago
While the rest of the country has already been at the brunt of the hurricane, it looks like Ophelia is well and truly on its way to Dublin. Pictures and videos have been shared across social media showing the escalating damage to the city including huge trees falling over on Leeson Street and in Ranelagh. […]
8 years ago
Renting in Dublin right now is an absolute minefield of dark dingy basement flats, or old houses with huuuuge high ceilings that would take all your salary to heat up. Also, even the most expensive apartments are often decorated absolutely horrifically. Yuck. This two-bed beautiful pad on Leeson Street, however, might set you back a fair […]
9 years ago
It’s a sad morning for city centre commuters, as the news has filtered through that the legendary coffee kiosk on Leeson St. has closed down. The pretty red brick cafe was built in 1929 as a water pressure station, public toilets and kiosk, and has been serving steaming hot cups of coffee to passersby as long […]
9 years ago
Dublin’s theatrical scene is quite otherworldly. Attracting thousands each year to attend our prestigious schools and learn about our literary forefathers – Dublin’s theatre circles are full of extremely talented individuals. And the latest production to come on the scene is Outlying Islands by Scottish playwright David Greig, which will be performed at the Samuel Beckett Theatre, […]
9 years ago
You may like gin, but do you truly love it? Do you love it so much that you could easily tell the difference between brands of the spirit by taste alone? If so, then you need to attend this event. House on Leeson Street, in association with Tanqueray, will be doing blind gin tasting this August 6 […]
9 years ago
All of us know too well the absolute state of the Dublin housing market – but sometimes you hear of a rental ad that really puts it into perspective how utterly appalling it is. Brought to our attention by keen-eyed Lovin Dublin reader Joy Reis, this by-all-means lovely apartment to let on Leeson Street is […]
9 years ago
We’re all guilty of sticking to one type of cuisine when dining out, and while there’s nothing wrong with having carbonara every date night out on the town, Dublin is absolutely brimming with young chefs who are bringing sparks of creativity to every dish they touch. Whether it’s a surprise tasting menu of fish smoked […]
9 years ago
We love gin, and we LOVE pretty garden bars, so the news that House on Leeson Street are hosting a very special ‘Great Gin Fair’ next month has us just thrilled. Oh, and pretty thirsty for a G&T too… House say that they will be transformed into “the most marvellous gin emporium, where our Great […]
9 years ago
It’s the time of the week again. The time when we get over the hump, finally get over last weekend’s hangover and actually look forward to this weekend’s shenanigans. For those of you keen for a big night out – you’re in luck! As this weekend’s events are whopper, as per. Take your pick. 1. […]
9 years ago
There’s nothing I love more than getting ready to go out. Sometimes, that’s the best part of the night. Having the tunes playing, putting your makeup on and watching yourself transform into a different version of yourself. Unfortunately, we don’t always get the chance to get glammed up as often as we’d like. After-work drinks usually […]
9 years ago
A major event is taking place around the world this month, including Dublin, and we want to help you take part. This June 17 is Moët Party Day, an annual celebration of the champagne of Moët & Chandon, which is now in its 274th year of existence. And considering its a fixture at Hollywood’s Golden Globes, they must […]
9 years ago