When it comes to a luxurious city-break in Dublin, there are a few key notes to hit. It should feel like an escape from reality, but still have a sense of place. There’s something very special about stepping off a buzzy, thronging street into the warmth and opulence of a luxury hotel. There needs […]

7 years ago

Let’s face it, the freezing weather has us all craving one thing and one thing only… CARBS. We’re talking pizza, pasta and delicious desserts – and when it comes to scrummy authentic Italian meals, look no further than Fellini’s in Deansgrange. Opened three years ago by partners Paolo and Emilia, Fellini’s uses a mixture […]

7 years ago

Since opening its doors in 1984, Mount Errigal has developed into one of the finest hotels in Letterkenny. This three-star hotel – with 140 guestrooms – comes with a fully equipped gym and an amazing day spa complete with swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi – perfect for a relaxing weekend away. Nestled away in a […]

7 years ago

Ah Christmas – as Andy Williams’ put it, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. Each year, we search for the perfect gift for friends and family. There are only so many times you can wrap up a pair of socks or a Lynx Africa set, come on lads. If you’re struggling to find […]

7 years ago

Gin mixed with tonic could be our favourite combination in the entire world. But sometimes you want a little bit more out of your gin. Something fruity. Something sweet. Something bitter. Something involving other kinds of alcohol. And that’s where the cocktail comes in. 1. Bramble — Drury Buildings You just can’t go wrong with […]

8 years ago

Budget 2019 has now been and gone, bringing with it an increase in Christmas bonuses for social welfare recipients as well as some unwelcome news for smokers. Among another of other topics addressed in Finance Minister Paschal Donoghue’s speech today was the issue public transport and users of the Luas will be happy to hear […]

8 years ago

This is a brilliant initiative. A number of restaurants and cafés across the city have partnered up with the Peter McVerry Trust ‘Opening Doors’ week for their Dine and Give campaign which will see the eateries donate portions of their sales to the charity. This brilliant campaign will run from the 8th to 15th of […]

8 years ago

Stolen kisses under the mistletoe, open fires, mulled wine and the winter wonderland that is Killarney in December… can you imagine a more romantic way to spend Christmas? That’s exactly what the Brehon Hotel is offering with their two and three-night packages over the festive season. You and your other half can enjoy the magic […]

8 years ago

If there’s one thing that brings everyone together in a social situation, it’s tea. Whether you enter a home, office or even hairdressers these days you are invariably met with the question ‘would you like a cup of tea?’ Even if your answer is always no, it’s one of those delightful little ice-breakers that can […]

8 years ago

The 14-year-old boy charged with Ana Kriegal’s murder has been sent forward to trial. Ana was beaten to death and naked in a derelict farmhouse near Lucan in May. She disappeared from St Catherine’s Park near Lucan at 5.30pm on the 14th of May. Her body was found three days later. The boy, who was […]

8 years ago

An old building on Crow Street has been torn asunder. The original windows have been brought to light and red brick walls unearthed. “This is it” Annelie McCaffrey remembers thinking while standing in the rubble beside her husband David Coffey staring at exposed red brick wall that was the first glimpse of Crow Street the […]

8 years ago

Living in the leafy suburbs of Dublin, it can be frustrating when you have to leave the calm and go into the hustle and bustle of the city to get a nice meal. Times are changing however, and it seems that business owners are seeing the benefit of setting up shop in these quiter neighbourhood […]

8 years ago