Santa Claus has commissioned two of his elves to tell all of Ireland’s children to send their letters to the North Pole by Wednesday, December 18. Jingle Snickerdoodle and Twinkle McSprinkles have appeared in Dún Laoghaire to introduce Santa’s Postbox which can be used by children to tell Mr. Claus what presents they want to […]

6 years ago

Tacos are more than just food; they’re a way of life. No better way to spice up your life than with a visit to a taco-tasting pop-up. A balanced diet is one in each hand, loaded up with toppings. Recognising our love for the traditional Mexican food, Fegan’s 1924 Café in Smithfield will hold a […]

6 years ago

Are you a fan of a Margarita? Perhaps you would be partial to a bit of Tequila. Well, you might be interested in this event next week. On Tuesday, October 15, Wednesday, October 16, Thursday, October 17 and Friday, October 18, you’ll get the chance to learn how to craft tantalisingly tasty cocktails in popular […]

6 years ago

Here at Lovin HQ, we love one thing, and that is of course FOOD. So us being foodies, we are fairly buzzed. The return of DublinTown Food and Drink Festival, which will take over the city centre from Monday, October 14 to Sunday, October 20 with over 50 experiences taking place. With so many food […]

7 years ago

The ULTIMATE Dublin foodie bucket list is here… Writing a list like this is never going to be easy, not just for the sheer amount of time it took to put together (a very long time if you’re wondering) but because food is so subjective. I didn’t want somewhere like Patrick Guilbaud, the only restaurant […]

7 years ago

I’m not going to lie, I can be a bit of a snob when it comes to choosing somewhere to eat. If they don’t have a slick Instagram feed I’m of the opinion that it’s not that great. Maybe it’s just because there’s less photos of the food for me to obsess over until I […]

7 years ago

If you’re looking for something a bit out of the ordinary to feast your eyes on this weekend then you best head down towards the docks. One of the world’s largest tall ships, namely the Cuauhtémoc, has pitched itself up on Dublin’s quays and the public are invited to check it out before it sets […]

7 years ago

Everybody loves a good comeback. The Spice Girls, CAULIFLOWER, and now…. One of the most reliable date-spots in Dublin, 777. The age of Tinder transformed the Dublin dating scene – meaning that the average date per person rose from about two a year to two a week. With so much unpredictability surrounding the actual date […]

7 years ago

Ay Ay Ayyy! Nachos are a work of the gods to be honest. They’re full of flavour and a deadly dish to share with a group of friends. With a kick from the chilli and a tang from the guac, your taste buds will be shaking like maracas after indulging in these unreal dishes. Pair […]

7 years ago

Pablo Picante doesn’t just do burritos, we’re obsessed with their tortas! Their gourmet Mexican sandwiches are seriously good, as in… lunch goals. A torta is a sandwich made with a crusty bread roll, served hot. They’re are actually more popular and authentic than burritos in Mexico and Pablo Picante in Aston Quay and Clarendon Market […]

7 years ago

Summer is here and while it might not feel that way at the moment thanks to this absolute washout of a weekend, there’s one thing that always brightens up any evening: food and frozen cocktails (preferably in margarita form). The perfect summertime combination if you ask me. Here’s some of the best places around the […]

7 years ago

First dates can be tricky situations at the best of times. Are you going for dinner? Or just drinks? Somewhere fancy? Or more casual? What in god’s name are you going to talk about? Do you kiss on a first date? The last question struck quite the conversation in the Lovin office but, the majority […]

7 years ago