“Sorry, did you mean to say Wexford? Wait, it’s beside Cork yeah? It’s in Leinster though, right? Yup – if you’re from Waterford, you’ll know all too well that these are the questions every Dub throws at you once they hear where you’re from. The treasures Waterford has to offer are regularly overlooked by people […]

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1. Congratulations! You have a new match! 2. Right. Which one is it? Please be the one with the amusing bio about her dogs… 3. YES! It’s her. 4. AND we have a mutual friend! Excellent. Hellooooo, conversation-starter. 5. Okay it’s someone called Mike who I don’t actually recognise. Who the hell is Mike? 6. […]

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Most places look better in the sun – but in Dublin, perhaps because we get it so rarely, is a very special case. There’s something about this city that sparks into life when 1. Blue skies and a still Liffey? You can’t bate it… Another beautiful sunny day in the city. #Dublin #Love #Ireland #Irelanda […]

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Dublin’s new Lord Mayor, Críona Ní Dhálaigh, invited the LD crew into her gorgeous gaff earlier. Having gotten video messages from “Dublin Dave” the Mayor of Dublin, California and from Dublin, Ohio she thought it was high time that our very own Lord Mayor got a word in edgeways. Take a gander at the video […]

10 years ago

A while ago we received a message from “Dublin Dave”, the Mayor of Dublin, California ahead of their 4th of July celebrations. And now Dublin, Ohio have gotten in touch with us… While we’ll all be partying at tomorrow’s 4th of July Festival here in Dublin, this is what our namesake city in Ohio will […]

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When you think of your favorite country for food, you probably think of takeaway mainstays like Mexican or Thai. As a native of the U.S. of A., I urge you to reconsider. American food deserves way more credit than it gets. Here’s why. 1. Some people just love to hate on American food 2. It’s […]

10 years ago

It’s late June, and here in Lovin Dublin that means one thing: it’s time to get excited about the 4th of July, the one day of the year where it’s acceptable to eat your bodyweight in deliciously decadent burgers, hot dogs, spicy wings, ice cream and just about any all-American snack you can lay your […]

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Saturday’s referendum result made front pages all over the world, and hammered home to international audiences what we at home already know – that Ireland is a modern, progressive nation that’s doing all it can to shake off the shackles of its conservative past. But it’s not the first time that’s happened. We’re well known […]

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It might not be a banner weekend for wide releases (Sorry, who ordered The Bad Education Movie?), but this weekend still holds a few late summer treats in store for those looking beyond their local multiplex. Happenings: The Grand Budapest Hotel Thursday, 20th August.Gates 7.30pm, Film starts 9pm approx.Merrion Square Few films released last year […]

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The Harbour Hopster Fest is taking place this weekend at the Harbour Bar in Bray and it looks set to be an all-around good time for foodies and craft beer heads alike. This Saturday and Sunday will see a veritable smorgasbord of fine fare and cold ales down at the Harbour Bar to celebrate the […]

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A restaurant called Porndog is soon to open its doors in Dublin and we are decidedly intrigued by it. While details about Porndog remain vague, we do know they’ll have a selection of spicy dogs and growlers. At the moment, however, Porndog is still in the process of setting up shop. Here’s one of their […]

10 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 […]

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