It was the news that none of us wanted to hear, but that we kinda knew was bound to happen. Amid endless rumours of international mega-chains eyeing up the premises (and offering sky-high rents for the privilege), Berlin d2 finally confirmed today that it will be closing its doors for the last time on the weekend of May 21/22. The […]
9 years ago
Now THIS is how you should go see the Absolutely Fabulous film… Not only do you get Edina and Pasty on the big screen for the first time, but you also get to drink bellinis and eat some glam food at the Light House Cinema. Kicking off at 11.30am this Sunday, June 3 guests will have the option […]
9 years ago
A Dublin solicitor has been denied the licence to open a pub in Temple Bar, based on the fact that there are already enough licenced premises in the area. Dermot O’Neill had applied for a licence to cater for an estimated 130 customers with Aston Hospitality Ltd. According to The Journal, Judge Karen Fergus said there were enough pubs near 5 Aston Quay […]
9 years ago
Our favourite cupcake confectioners in Dublin city had a big day out yesterday… Graham and Daithi have been selling some of the most delicious, and inventive, cupcakes for some years now along Coppinger Row at The Cupcake Bloke stand, as well at various markets across the city. They’re two of the nicest people you’ll ever encounter, and are […]
9 years ago
The Cupcake Bloke have really outdone themselves for Taste, which means you’re in for a major treat… But hold up a second, before you tuck into those drool-worthy cupcakes, slurp down a few oysters with Simon Lamont of Shuck London at his stand. You can enjoy all this and more at Taste of Dublin in the Iveagh Gardens this weekend, […]
9 years ago
Taste of Beer kicked off on Wednesday night, and was an evening of celebration not only of the Taste of Dublin, but also for the Open Gate Brewery’s brand new experimental brews. And we can tell you that they are well worth celebrating. How? Well, we popped along last night. And, since you asked so politely, we’re going […]
9 years ago
To celebrate the 100th birthday of the legendary Roald Dahl, Platform 61 on South William street are holding a Roald Dahl-inspired brunch on Saturday November 5. Adorable. The Welsh-born author sold over 250 million books worldwide, with favourites including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The Twits and The BFG. All movies featured some interesting, and certainly quirky, food delights. Who could forget Snozzcumbers and Whizzpoppers? There will […]
9 years ago
It’s no secret that we have the BIGGEST crush on Dublin city. Visually, physically, emotionally. Any city steeped in history is aesthetically pleasing but Dublin really does go that one step further with its iconic red brick buildings, stunning architecture, gorge canals, famous statues, enormous river and general ride-ness. Wrap it in Christmas lights and […]
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