Shelbourne Social: A slick, moneyed operation so eminently hateable and unfashionable in these post-Tiger times. This behemoth of an eatery in Dublin 4 has been mainly referred to as the new ‘Dylan McGrath place’ since opening its doors a couple of months ago. That is the position McGrath has graduated to in his decades-spanning career […]

7 years ago

The early bird no longer catches just the worm, oh no. The early bird gets the tastiest meals at a fantastic price also. Who doesn’t love eating out but tackling into a full 3-course a couple of nights a week can be expensive. There is a solution to this which means you can still […]

7 years ago

Ah sure don’t we all love a free lunch? The Back Page is known to give out a free lunch to people with certain names each week, I have yet to see the day where Éadaoin is mentioned. Think I’ll be waiting forever… This week the lucky names are Jennifer and Joao. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvtg4kZnnVB/ So if […]

7 years ago

There’s more to dating than the same old bars, restaurants, and the cinema, you know. This city has a plethora of weird and wonderful dating options to choose from. Embrace the unusual ones, they’re always the best craic. We’ve rounded up a few that just might tickle your fancy… 1. Paintball Harbouring pent up […]

7 years ago

The Dublin Pub of the Year has been revealed at the Irish Hospitality Awards 2019. The ceremony which took place at the Crowne Plaza in Dublin this week was hosted by best-selling author Andrea Hayes and honoured establishments in 28 different categories across various Irish regions. The Gravediggers in Glasnevin was awarded the prestigious title of […]

7 years ago

We use them every day, and they’re the sole reason that we don’t have to wade through the depths of the Liffey (like so many did at one stage) to reach our preferred side. The bridges of Dublin are dripping in history and come with some of the best stories in Dublin. So treat yourself […]

7 years ago

Perfect sushi needs perfectly fresh fish, and one spot in town surely beats out all competition in that regard. Toyko Kitchen, a tiny counter-service eatery on Bow Street is basically in a fish store. The fish is chosen from the fishmongers just metres opposite and prepped straight away for hungry locals and wandering office […]

7 years ago

If you haven’t guessed already I’m Lovin living in Dublin. Problem is, often times when you’re working and living in a city, you don’t get to see much of it. Think about it, when you’re travelling, you go to all efforts to see everything the destination has to offer. When you’re home, you tend to […]

7 years ago

Having revolutionised modern magic and mesmerised audiences unlike any performer in history, the magician, illusionist, and stunt artist, David Blaine will embark on his first-ever U.K. and Ireland tour. Blaine’s one-man show brings his unique brand of entertainment, promising to be an unforgettable interactive experience that both shocks and amazes. An experiment in and of itself, his […]

7 years ago

Cheese + wine = LIFE. That’s a fact, alright? Don’t argue. Just sip that Merlot and munch on some Manchego and all will be well in the world. One spot in Dublin who knows this very well is the beloved Walshs Pub in Stoneybatter. We say beloved, ‘cos it won the All-Ireland Pub of The […]

7 years ago

People whose names begin with ‘H’ have gotten a pretty nice deal over the years. Helen Of Troy was considered to be the most beautiful women in the world, for instance. Halle Berry? Oscar winner. As for our very own Hector Ó hEochagáin, well he’s just a national treasure. via GIPHY Have any of the aforementioned […]

7 years ago

Life can be hard, and living in a hectic, busy city like Dublin can make it even harder. Some days don’t go your way and make you want to hide away from the world – and that is always the day that you’ll get stuck behind the slowest tourist in the history of the universe […]

7 years ago