Does that special someone in your life deserve a little pampering? Course they do, we all do. So we’ve teamed up with South William Clinic & Spa to bring you the Ultimate Valentine’s Day Treat. One lucky reader will be celebrating this Sunday in style. South William Clinic & Spa is the ultimate city centre haven, known […]

10 years ago

Looking to charm the pants off someone this Valley’s Day? You’re gonna need flowers, chocolate and a great sense of humour. Enter Wordbird who have started doing a particularly brilliant range of very Irish Valentine’s Day cards to help you with the humour side of things.  No matter where in Ireland the love of your life […]

10 years ago

Letter and card writing may be deemed a lost art what with the rise of technology and all… However, we all bloody love receiving any post that isn’t a bill, when it does happen. So why not celebrate your friends, be they single, taken or looking, with a Valentine’s card on the international day of love. They’ll love you forever for […]

10 years ago

Looking for some wedding reception inspo? Mr. Tayto’s got you covered… Today I learned that they do weddings at Tayto Park. What the… pic.twitter.com/zhdJqzWEPh — Suzanne Sheridan (@SuzieSheridan) January 31, 2016 Just think of all the photo ops – the rollercoaster, the animals in the zoo, the cute little train, the dino statues – the possibilities […]

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Panicking about the imminent day of romance? Snap out of it!  Get out next weekend to some of these cool events instead… Smithfield Valentine’s Market Fair Nab yourself some cool new threads and grab some delicious grub at Generator Hostel’s Valley’s Day extravaganza.  There’ll be plenty of gifts and goods galore for sale from over forty traders, live music […]

10 years ago

The best things in life are cheese, and that’s a fact. Anyone who says otherwise needs their head examined.  So, If you’re scratching your head about what to get that lovely person in your life for Valentine’s Day, here is a brilliant solution… Heart-shaped cheese.  Ok so it’s probably a bit cheesy (sorry!) but like, it’s on brand for […]

10 years ago

Looking to steer clear of the raucous crowds of Superbowl Sunday in the city centre? Right you are.  Set up your gaf like the fortress it is, with ample beers, seating and craic to go-round, and you’ve got yourself a sports party – a sports party that your wallet will thank you for. Wow your guests […]

10 years ago

Looking for something to indulge in while watching the rugby today, but just don’t know where? Us too. So we’ve compiled a list of the best, tastiest, meatiest and spiciest.  We’ve done the thinking, so you don’t have to. Aren’t we sound. 1. The Blazing Sombrero, Gourmet Burger This beauty is combined of guindilla pepper, pickled […]

10 years ago

Coeliacs have a bit of a raw deal – they can’t eat the majority of delicious beige foods out there.  So, if you happen to have a gluten free human in your life, treat them this Valley’s Day by bringing them to somewhere where they can have practically everything on the menu. Need some inspo […]

10 years ago

Last Friday, it seems like half of Dublin flocked to the first Hennessy Lost Friday in the RHA. Produced by independent, alternative-space loving promoters, Homebeat, Hennessy Lost Friday showcased some of the most innovative creative talent from Ireland’s diverse arts scene. There was plenty of Hennessy cocktails, colour and creativity with live music from Anna Mieke Bishop, Talos, Forrests and Toby Kaar.  There was also DJ […]

10 years ago

Straining your brain to come up with the perfect Valentine’s gift? Look no further, because here it is: the personalised potato. Yup. A website named Mystery Potato is now providing the service, putting your own personalised message on an uncooked spud for that special someone in your life. The service isn’t just for Valentine’s Day, of […]

10 years ago

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and even if they say they don’t want anything, they really do.  Weir & Sons has kindly given these beautiful Alex and Ani pieces to give to one lucky Lovin Dublin reader. These pieces are impeccably designed, with the inspiration behind them being, ‘Love – the source of all good things and the most wondrous of emotions’. D’awww. […]

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