A new set of Covid-19 measures for retail outlets came into effect on New Year’s Day and are scheduled to last until January 31. As part of the latest attempt to combat the spread of Covid-19, Ireland will remain under Level 5 restrictions for the entire month of January and possibly longer. Under the measures, […]

5 years ago

It’s here. It’s finally here. January 31st, how the hell are ya? For a while there, I didn’t think we’d make it…glad we powered through though. Not only is it payday (yay!), it’s also the last day of Dry January. Plenty of reason to celebrate I think you’ll agree. If you plan on marking the […]

6 years ago

Let me set the scene… It’s Saturday night, you’re getting all glam. You’ve messaged the girlos to ask what they’re wearing…different variations of the ‘jeans and a nice top’. Standard. You’ve established that you’re going out out as opposed to just out. Which means that heels are probably involved. You wince at the thought, but […]

6 years ago

One of the city’s best-kept secrets, The Little Pig is hidden along the streets of Dublin 2. Oozing mystery and intrigue, The Little Pig is the perfect place for a cocktail or two…and to ring in Year of the Rat. Throwing a celebratory bash in honour of the Chinese New Year, the speakeasy has teamed […]

6 years ago

The Shelbourne has teamed up with The Virgin Mary Bar to come up with one hell of a cocktail menu. And in better news, each drink is completely alcohol-free. So, you can still have your fave beverage without the booze. Featuring six different drinks, the menu is available in both the No. 27 Bar and […]

6 years ago

After a Christmas season of indulgence, Dry January is already underway for those who are taking the pledge. If you’ve ever gone through it, you’ll know it can be a bit of a slog, particularly if there are any social events you simply can’t get out of. However, one Dublin spot has come to the […]

6 years ago

No one wants the holidays to end, least of all me. While I’m definitely looking forward to getting back into a routine, I’m not looking forward to the early mornings, life admin and general gloominess that January seems to drag along with it. Find yourself in the same boat? Ease yourself back into normality with […]

6 years ago

“The work that has gone into the 2019 Gaiety Panto is no laughing matter and Aladdin is one of the most spectacular shows in years.”  Is there such thing as the ‘Best Panto in Ireland’? I don’t think so. Each one caters to a different need – The Helix is always the funniest thanks to […]

6 years ago

Throughout the summer, while GAA fans were engrossed in the All-Ireland football and hurling championships, a new set of eyes was experiencing all of the drama for the first time. U.S. YouTuber and comedian Josh Pray has been entertaining and in some cases, it has to be said, annoying supporters with his baffled reactions to […]

7 years ago

If you’re starting or heading back to college this month, finances are likely to be tight as you knuckle down to a new year of hardcore study. As most people are aware, a fiver doesn’t usually go very far in Dublin but thanks to LEON, students will be able to stretch their cash a bit […]

7 years ago

You’ve heard of Dry January, but have you heard of Sober September? Well this is the autumnal equivalent of its winter counterpart apparently. Good news for our livers. Today is September 1, in case you blinked and missed it, and for many marks the start of a month-long attempt at sobriety. The goal is […]

7 years ago

The National Library of Ireland has a wealth of incredible photos that have been remastered which are now available on Flickr. There are thousands available under the creative commons license and in a bid to get you looking through this wonderful and free resource, we thought we’d pick 23 of the best that showcase […]

7 years ago