We’re givers; always have been, always will be. That’s why we’re we’re giving away a big ol’ brunch for one lucky winner and five of their best mates at Urchin. If you’ve never been to the St Stephen’s Green restaurant, gather round your screen and we’ll tell you about it. The beach-themed spot is decorated in […]

8 years ago

All that avocado toast and crowded apartments means living in a city in this day and age is rarely cheap, but it’s still a bit of a shock to the system to hear that it’s now more expensive to live in Dublin than it is to live in London.  A world-wide survey by The Economist Intelligence Unit […]

8 years ago

Just a few years ago, giving up gluten was a genuine struggle. It meant waving a tearful farewell to favourites such as bread, pasta and even cake (sob).  Now, thankfully, the universe has risen to the challenge of meeting gluten-intolerants’ needs and has kindly provided us with a host of gluten-free options in some of […]

8 years ago

The food scene in Dublin has been exploding in diversity and quality in the last few years – to the point, in fact, where it can be hard to choose from all the wonderful options.  With that in mind, we assembled this ultimate foodie list for you to work your way through. You’ll struggle to do them […]

8 years ago

Mother’s Day is almost here and it’s about that time when we start panicking about not having made any plans.  Brunch is always a solid bet as it’s a lovely treat but often less expensive than dinner. Here are some ideas for where to bring the woman who gave you life… 1. Herbstreet Herbstreet on […]

8 years ago

If you’re only dying to get out of the house today, we’ve got good news for you.  Bar and restaurant Drop Dead Twice is offering FREE bottomless bubbles with brunch today.  That’s right – kicking off at 1pm and lasting until 5pm, you and your pals can wash down your avocado toast or steak and eggs with endless […]

8 years ago

I slammed Dillingers for copying a New York eatery a few weeks ago and they closed down the following week for a complete refurb. Much as my ego would have me believe that they read this blog and decided to implement instant change that was clearly not the case. Dillingers was one of those iconic […]

8 years ago

Walking down a bustling Grafton Street on a busy afternoon, it’s hard to imagine that others are living in the lap of luxury right above your head.  In recent weeks, The Restaurant by Johnnie Cooke in Brown Thomas has been hosting an afternoon tea that really is a chocolate lover’s dream. The eatery has teamed […]

8 years ago

Mother’s Day is quickly creeping up on us, and it’s nearly time to start planning ways to show our love to the woman who gave us life.  Here are some handy ideas to save you getting the wooden spoon on March 11.  1. The Restaurant at Brown Thomas  Browse expensive handbags and make-up before wandering […]

8 years ago

Dublin’s a funny little place.  Enshrined in national pride and avocado toast – the city boasts a world unto its own, with an internal rivalry the Jets and the Sharks would be proud of.  We’ve taken it upon ourselves to rank them all in the order we see fit, combining natural beauty, amenities, housing prices […]

8 years ago

Enviously staring at other people’s perfect homes is a millennial pastime that’s simultaneously satisfying and cruel.  We LOVE judging the glam velvet curtains, the shade of grey strangers chose for their feature walls and the wild decision to turn their attic into a bookshelf while at the same time crying into our avocado flavoured popcorn […]

8 years ago

Doesn’t matter whether you’re as single as they come or if you’ve been in a relationship since the turn of the millennium, you have the chance to get free dessert this Valentine’s Day. That’s right, Deliveroo is giving you the option to order a lovely dessert from the comforts of your own home. From Wednesday […]

8 years ago