We all do funny things when we’re not thinking straight, particularly for special events when the pressure is on. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s one of those big events where things can go seriously wrong when you’re not thinking straight. So.. Have you ever forgotten Valentine’s Day completely? Or maybe you assured […]

10 years ago

Sick of your stereotypical Valentine’s Day plans of candlelit dinners or classy cocktails? Don’t want to be seated beside a whole load of other couples, banging elbows with the person beside you as you cut your steak? This year why not shake things up a little bit, and have a Valentine’s Day with a difference. […]

10 years ago

Valentines Day is fast approaching, and no doubt many of you in long term relationships might be excitedly wondering if it’s the perfect day to propose. Well we’ve heard our fair share of questionable proposal locations, so we decided to take out all the hard work out and list the top 10 places to propose […]

10 years ago

Ingredients (makes 2) 10 mls brandy 250 mls double cream 175 grms top quality milk chocolate 20 grms caster sugar 100 grms top quality dark chocolate Fresh cherries White chocolate for garnish Some reckon that oysters are an aphrodisiac, while others claim that asparagus is the deal sealer…..they might be, but they have nothing and […]

10 years ago

Got any plans for Valentine’s Day yet? If not, don’t worry – Lovin Dublin’s got you covered… On the most romantic day of the year, Ireland will be playing (and hopefully crushing!) France at “fortress” Aviva. So the French are known for their food and romance, and the Irish ain’t that bad at either. But […]

10 years ago

A documentary filmed along the Camden Mile from Aungier Street to Rathmines Bridge on Valentine’s Day, what could possibly go wrong? Camden Chaos takes a look at the characters that make the area as vibrant as it is – from butchers and street traders to nightclub bouncers and partygoers, there’ll be all sorts. Valentine’s night […]

10 years ago

If at first you succeed, do the same thing again and again. That’s how the saying goes, isn’t it? Well, that’s certainly what we were thinking after the resounding success of our Valentine’s Day Brunch Club – and it’s why we decided to do the same thing again this weekend, back in the wonderful surrounds […]

10 years ago

It may not be for everyone – but if you’re doing Valentine’s Day, you have to do it right.  Somewhere romantic, unique, special…a place that will create a great memory, and of course, impress that special someone. The best spots in Dublin tend to fill up pretty quickly, however – so to ensure you get in […]

10 years ago

We all know how shit January is.  We’re basically biding our time between Christmas, New Year and… I dunno, Easter? Valentine’s Day?  Thankfully though, Platform 61 – a slick underground joint on South William Street that’s one of the deadliest new spaces to have opened in the last year in Dublin – might just help put things right […]

10 years ago

We’ve all been there – you have a wee bit of flirtation or a cheeky shift in da club, exchange numbers and never expect to hear from them again… However, a young lady by the name of Victoria decided to explore those loves lost. Hailing from upstate New York, she has spent the past few summers […]

10 years ago

Fucked up and forgot to get pressies for that special someone? You’re a terrible person. However, we’re here to help with some thrifty, thoughtful and kinda ridiculous suggestions on how to rectify the situation… Handmade coupons Go for popular PG options like ‘1 Hug Voucher’ or ‘Get Outta The Dishes Free Card’, or be a little bit naughtier… […]

10 years ago

If the idea of a stranger hugging you is your worst nightmare, I’d suggest that you stop reading right about now… Yesterday, we received an email from Hugs for Health & Happiness saying that we had missed out on a key Valentine’s weekend event for singles – the cuddle party. “What’s a cuddle party?!”, you ask. Well… […]

10 years ago