‘Shelfie’ is a brand new series for book-lovers, that allows you to peruse the bookshelves of some of Ireland’s most interesting personalities and find out how reading has shaped their lives (as well as their top book recommendations). Today, we catch up with Caitlin McBride on her daily reading habit and some of her favourite […]

6 years ago

What better time to compile a list of stand-up comedy specials on Netflix than right now, when we could all do with a laugh? Netflix has become the Holy Grail for comedy content in recent years and while mainstream stars like Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle and Ricky Gervais make up the vast majority of views, […]

6 years ago

A Rathfarnham restaurant is offering free daily meals for over 60s. Chrysanthemum, a Chinese restaurant found at Old Orchard Inn, Butterfield Ave, gave detail in a Facebook post on Saturday. They wrote: “If you know that your neighbour is a person aged 60 or above, please inform them of our contact information, and we will […]

6 years ago

Bags of sandwiches for the homeless appeared outside Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre on Monday morning. The bags of O’Brien’s sandwiches were accompanied by a sign which wished homeless people in Dublin a happy St. Patrick’s Day. It’s assumed that the sandwiches were provided by the O’Brien’s cafe in the shopping centre although there was no […]

6 years ago

If you’re looking for a delicious lunch in Ranelagh, you’re spoiled for choice. Let’s be honest – the little village has it all, so finding good Ranelagh restaurants for lunch is never too hard a task. It’s on the Luas line, it’s super close to town, there’s a Tesco a Lidl and a SuperValu on […]

6 years ago

The first Creme Egg appearance of the year means Easter is on its way. Don’t worry, it’s still a ways off though. Easter Sunday falls on April 12th this year – meaning there’s plenty of time to get your creme egg fix before then. Probably the best way to do so? At a Creme Egg […]

6 years ago

Love day…or laugh day? I know which I prefer. Valentine’s Day is approaching and with it the chance to let your inner romantic loose. But if you’re allergic to cheese and soppiness of any kind or if you just really like being gas, then these Valentine’s Day cards will be right up your alley. Not […]

6 years ago

Staying in? Lovin Dublin’s Date Box meal kit is officially available to order. Go on and treat yourself! This place is all that, and then some. Trust me – Bread 41 is the real deal. Freshly baked goods hold a special place in my heart (and my stomach) and unlike Kate Saunders in the Lizzie McGuire Movie – […]

6 years ago

Grogans on South William Street is well-known for being quite busy on the weekends but you’d be hard-pushed to squeeze into this latest version. A new Instagram account has emerged called @dublinbricks and, according to its bio, it’s ‘rebuilding Dublin, brick by brick, pub by pub.’ Dublin Bricks is the work of creative designer Gianni […]

6 years ago

It was a December to remember for the Strawberry Hall Santa. Last week, the Strawberry Hall pub took to social media to reveal that their beloved Santa Claus had gone missing. The story took twists and turns as the Dublin pub cried out for Santa’s safe return and the Father Christmas figure even had its […]

6 years ago

This slick new restaurant has just opened in Grand Canal Dock and we got a first look. Unlike our regular Early Doors segment, this was a sponsored first glimpse at the hottest new spot in Grand Canal Dock. Say hello to Mackenzie’s: As you can see, Mackenzie’s is pretty slick. Their interior is decked out with studded […]

6 years ago

It’s a Christmas miracle! All week, the elves at the Strawberry Hall have been hoping for their beloved Santa to be returned and, well, this might be the next best thing. Last Saturday, the three-foot Claus was stolen from the pub in the Strawberry Beds and was said to have appeared on a ‘high-profile’ Instagram […]

6 years ago