One of the most popular places to go for a night out, Opium closed down in May for a complete refurbishment, and is opening again tomorrow night for a welcome back partaay. We popped down to get a first look at the new spot, and it’s gotten a serious style upgrade. Playing on the Japanese […]
8 years ago
Are you a big fan of cream crackers? Maybe you’re obsessed with fig rolls? (JK literally no-one is obsessed with fig rolls, jeez.) Anyway, biccie fans can now take a trip down memory lane and learn all about Jacob Biscuit Factory with a new tour held at Dublin City Library and Archive. This major exhibition will explore all aspects […]
9 years ago
Currently unemployed or looking to move jobs? Then you need to haul ass to this slick, free event on Tuesday, October 3 in The Mansion House on Dawson Street. The sixth event from Upstarter aims to connect jobseekers with some of Ireland’s most innovative companies. UpStarter is also aimed at anyone in the process of setting up a […]
9 years ago
If you’re anything like us, the words ‘lunch’ and ‘work’ usually mean a quickly eaten sambo at your desk, with a trip to the outside world for a coffee if you’re lucky. In actuality, this is a pretty unnecessary form of self-punishment. Think about it: You’re entitled to a whole hour of freedom from your desk shackles. So […]
9 years ago
The senior football final at Croke Park in September is one of the great days in Ireland. A day where no matter who you support you can be proud of our sport and the home of the GAA, otherwise known as Croke Park. These 21 photos and videos help share that insane atmosphere, the colours […]
9 years ago
Every week, Lovin’s food writer Sarah Clayton-Lea scours the streets for the best eats in the whole of Dublin. From market stalls to six-course tasting menus, consider our review series, The Dish, your one-stop guide to all things tasty in the city. This week we took the good ol’ DART down to the pretty seaside […]
9 years ago
*Disclaimer: the following images could lead to copious drooling, dizziness and severe hunger pangs.* Proceed at your own risk. From the people behind Box Burger, Platform Pizza and Pow Bao – we bring you… Fish Bar *Cat not included. Located in the beloved Harbour Bar in Bray, Fish Bar opened back in February and has […]
9 years ago
When a loved one is sick, there’s nothing you wouldn’t do to keep them safe, comfortable and happy, and that’s exactly what Daisy McDonald’s family are doing. Daisy, who is four years old and suffers from Rett Syndrome, is home after an intense time in hospital battling pneumonia several times. Daisy is non-verbal and cannot […]
9 years ago
Hill 16 in Croke Park holds a very special place in Dublin fan’s hearts, with the terrace being a sea of blue for every game. Legend says that it was built with some of the rubble from 1916 Rising, which gives the area of a great sense of history and pride. But today it’s been […]
9 years ago
Ireland’s first ever Escape Room on a boat is now a thing – and its docked (literally) on Grand Canal Dock. Opening in July, the 1916 Dutch sailing barge ‘ZORG ELLA’ is the first of its kind in the Grand Canal Dock, Dublin 2. Inspired by the popularity (and re-broadcasting) of the hit 1990s game […]
9 years ago
My Shining Armour is one of our favourite Irish online stores. They just know our taste so well. Too well, in fact, we’ve probably spent half of our salary on this dreamy site in the past year alone. It’s that good. Here are ten gorge pieces we currently have our eyes on… 1. Marble and […]
9 years ago
If you’re anything like us, you’re seriously struggling to get some decent sleep in this heat. But tonight, that can all change. We’ve done a little research to find some tried-and-tested methods to help you slumber comfortably in these high temperatures. Try a few of these methods tonight… 1. Make yourself a cold water bottle Just like you use a hot water […]
9 years ago