There’s been a rise in quirky yet specific cafés popping up recently with a cereal-dedicated café opening in Shoreditch in London, the crisp sambo café in Belfast, and Tokyo even have their own Owl Café at this point. So it’s no surprise that Dublin is going to be getting its first Board Game Café […]
9 years ago
As our name suggests, we’re massive fans of Dublin, and we will defend her honour even on the days when the skies are grey, and the Liffey is looking a little dirty. However, Dublin is lucky enough to be situated in Ireland, which is abundant with cool cities and slick spots outside of the commuter […]
9 years ago
If you ever listened to something called blog house, or went to Crawdaddy back in the day, or if you’ve ever had a post-apocalyptic haircut, then today is a sad day. Carles, author of website Hipster Runoff, has auctioned off his blog to an anonymous bidder. Hipster Runoff is dead, and I can’t help but […]
9 years ago
Christmas is just days away! At this point you’ve probably just resigned to the fact that you’re going to be broke until February so you may as well just go with the flow and enjoy the rest of the fun and exciting events that Dublin has to offer in the run up until Christmas. Check […]
9 years ago
A Luas line that travels under Glasnevin Cemetery – yes, under – on its way out to the airport? That’s what seems to be on the cards, according to a report in today’s Irish Times, as Transport Minister Paschal Donohoe has initiated a review of transport options across the Northside and towards the airport. The […]
9 years ago
The weekend before Paddy’s Day means that there’s so much on – everything from club nights and live music to international DJ sets. If you’re on the fence, take a read of the following recommendations and see if any of them tickle your fancy! Friday The Pig’s Ear Launch Party They started off as a […]
9 years ago
What am I drinking? Dublin Smog – earl grey tea with vanilla and steamed milk Where am I drinking it? Accents Coffee and Tea Lounge on Stephen’s Street: the comfiest couches in the city centre. The music can sometimes be a little loud, but the downstairs den feels like a homely living room. t’s a […]
9 years ago
I’ll start by saying that this is by no means a comprehensive list. Know why? If I were to attempt to write a complete list of the truly astounding things that Cork has to offer I would quickly wear out the keyboard of my Macbook Pro, and have to phone Apple customer support… or just […]
9 years ago
These guys take a pop at all things ‘artisanal’ with their video about bespoke water and it’s bloody brilliant. Uploaded by Paul Riccio, the video tells the story of the Timmy Brothers, AKA The Water Makers. The Brooklyn-based brothers talk about taking their customers on a journey with their signature batches which utilise ancient, painstaking […]
9 years ago
For such a little island, Ireland still manages to be majorly attractive to international travellers, having managed to get an amazing four places on the top 500 must-see sights of all time, a list compiled recently by Lonely Planet. Avid travellers will be familiar with Lonely Planet, the world’s largest guidebook publishers that has been […]
9 years ago
Ice cream fans rejoice – American speciality ice cream chain Baskin-Robbins is about to open a series of stores across the Republic and the North of Ireland. The move comes with Baskin-Robbins’ new plan to expand across Europe, with stores slated to crop up in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Waterford/Wexford and Belfast. Baskin-Robbins was founded in […]
9 years ago
The weekend is upon us again and you’re looking for something to do. Small hitch though: you don’t want to drink. Pssh, ain’t no thang. We’ve got you covered yet again with these six wholesome activities for this weekend: Smithfield Market Fair Have a day at the fair with this monthly event in Smithfield. It […]
9 years ago