We can practically smell the fear from half of Dublin this morning as news is spreading that Coppers dancefloor and its dark corners may no longer be a safe place for secret shifts. “What happens in Coppers, stays in Coppers” will apparently not quite be the case anymore… And tbh we’re shitting it. The Dublin […]
9 years ago
We stroll by them every day and pay no heed, but who knew these life-size lumps of stone or metal knew the intricate inner workings of our minds? Turns out they’ve all been there, done that and gotten the bronzed t-shirt. Who knew? 1. When you’re still mad off your head waiting for the bus […]
9 years ago
Ireland’s first lululemon store opened in Brown Thomas on Grafton Street yesterday. And people are freaking out. lululemon is one of the most-hyped about Canadian exports of the last few years. Their best-seller? Workout leggings. Irish women (and men) used to stock up on the likes of Hollister, American Eagle, Abercrombie and Victoria Secret PINK […]
9 years ago
Mexican, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Indian, Turkish, Vietnamese… You name the cuisine — we probably love it. But for the week that’s in it, we’re going back to our roots and feasting on massive Irish feeds only. Here’s where to get ’em: 1. O’Neills Pub — Suffolk Street, Dublin 2 O’Neills offer one of the most […]
9 years ago
Paddy’s Day is a great excuse to brush up on your Gaeilge and have the chance to feel wildly patriotic as the whole world celebrates our tiny island’s heritage. Here is a full list of the most important phrases you’ll need. Learn them, use them, and watch the faces of your friends and potential love interests go green […]
9 years ago
Every year we swear upon our abnormally pale pinkies that we are never, NEVER, going to spend St.Patrick’s Day in town again. The crowds, the noise, the queue at every single goddamn bar: It’s too much. But for some reason, some still unknown annoyingly patriotic Irish reason – we waltz on into the city centre […]
9 years ago
If you’ve ever hit up Coppers on a Tuesday (and sure haven’t we all?), then you might already be familiar with Dj Alli B, AKA Alan Brady, who’s a resident tune spinner at the club. Well, he’s created an unreal remix of the Irish football tune ‘Put ‘Em Under Pressure’, which as any football fan […]
9 years ago
Basic bitches. They’re everywhere. Once used as an insult, it’s now practically become a term of endearment as we begin to make peace with the fact that there’s a bit of basic bitch in all of us. Still not convinced? Here are 19 ways to spot one in Dublin… 1. They use the following emojis after every sentence 2. A fab night out includes a trip to Coppers, DTwo, […]
9 years ago
Better safe than sorry, eh? Especially when it comes to an expensive vino. That’s where wine condoms come into play. Looks like a condom but actually preserves your wonderful wine. The website description reads: “WINE CONDOM(s) sit flush with the rim of the bottle. Most wine stoppers on the market sit 1/2- 2 inches (or more) […]
9 years ago
Homelessness is as present in Dublin today as ever. So Coppers are teaming up with the wonderful Simon Community to try and raise awareness and much-needed funds to help end homelessness in Ireland. The #CoppersForCoppers initiative wanna help you get rid of your spare change in the club so you can get your bit while doing your bit! […]
9 years ago
Cash or card? It’s one thing paying for your pint with coppers but it is another thing entirely to pay for your drinks with counterfeit euros. Like this work of art that somebody used in Harry Byrnes in Clontarf last weekend: A €30 note… how rare. It looks SO real – whoever made this has quite the talent […]
9 years ago
Ever arrived into the city, late and hungry, and wondered if there was anywhere at all you could get a cheap meal that doesn’t involve looking at a Eurosaver menu? Well you’re in luck – there are plenty of places to get a feed late around midnight in our fair city. 1. Trocadero, 4 St […]
9 years ago