From special Christmas cookies to amazing mince pies and everything in between. Tis the season… for trying out all of the Christmassy goodies we can get our hands on. We love this time of year, because everywhere gets so indulgent with their treats, and this year more than most, we deserve all the treats we […]
5 years ago
This isn’t a label we pass around lightly. Everybody knows what goes on with a mince pie. Or at least generally we do. A lovely shortbread pastry surrounding a filling of dried fruits, all diced up and mixed with spices. There isn’t A LOT that can be done with such a staple in the world […]
5 years ago
Not to spoil it for anyone who has yet to watch it, but last night’s Late Late Toy Show was a real tear-jerker. Going down as possibly one of the best to date, viewers were particularly taken with eight-year-old Saoírse Ruane and her inspiring story. One of the talented boys and girls to have made […]
5 years ago
It’s Late Late Toy Show day and children all over the country are preparing to eat some treats while watching Ryan Tubridy try out all the gadgets that Santa will be bringing this year. Most little ones will be watching the Late Late Toy Show unfold from the comfort of their sofas but for some, […]
5 years ago
The Cupcake Bloke has continued on with his yearly tradition, baking four delish cupcakes inspired by the fashion choices of his fave Schitt’s Creek character. Any Schitt’s Creek fans out there? Obviously that’s a silly question judging by how many awards the show picked up at the Emmys this year… nine if you’re asking. Breaking […]
5 years ago
We said almost. The 77th annual Golden Globe Awards took place in Beverly Hills over the weekend. Saoirse Ronan lead the way for Irish nominations, up for ‘Best Actress’ for her role in period drama Little Women. meryl streep giving saoirse ronan a hug and then proceeding to stop and take a picture with her […]
6 years ago
Is there anything better than freshly baked goods? I’ve gotten into a bad habit of doing my grocery shop in one place. When I was younger I remember calling into one of the local bakeries, the butcher and the fishmonger to pick up bits for the weekly shop. Such practices have more than one benefit […]
6 years ago
I recently visited Lisbon and discovered the wonderfully delicious treat that is Pastéis de Nata. Since then, I’ve had a craving, a hunger, an urge to indulge in one of these crumbly, creamy tarts again. Problem is, I’m in Dublin. Well, my prayers were answered when The Cupcake Bloke recently opened their new bakery in […]
6 years ago
It’s disgracefully damp and dreary out there; few things will cheer us up but food never fails. You might not make it out for a walk this evening but you know that cafés and restaurants will always be a cosy spot to take shelter. Here are seven dishes that are worth trekking through the wind […]
7 years ago
It’s Six Nations Saturday AND the official start of Paddy’s Weekend. Two very compelling reasons to go green this weekend. While ‘going green’ is usually associated with piles of kale (with a side of sacrifice) – this weekend, green gets interesting. Here we’ve rounded up five of our fave patriotic dishes available in the city […]
7 years ago
I’m eating my way around Dublin one plate at a time. Now it’s time to really dish (geddit?) the deets and let you in on what’s really tickling my taste buds. Each week I’m going to compile a boujee lil’ list for you all to explore. Enjoy my lovelies xxx (Yes, I just put “xxx” […]
7 years ago
A milkshake that will bring ALL the boys to the yard. If there’s one thing I’ve learnt from working in Lovin, it’s the best desserts are drank through a straw (during your meal). Pretty solid lesson, right? When I’m on a cheat meal night (every night of the week, let’s be real here), I like […]
7 years ago