Anyone who missed the Ray D’Arcy show last night wouldn’t have seen a very special appearance by current Rose Of Tralee Maggie McEldowney. The Chicago girl was taking part in a lip sync battle with RTÉ’s Eoghan McDermott and she did not disappoint as she mimed along with 1998 classic C’est La Vie by B*Witched. It was […]

10 years ago

It’s no secret that Dublin’s housing scene could make even the most seasoned of house hunters quake in their best shoes (all to impress their prospective landlord, of course). But while some of the properties on offer are less than desirable to say the least, some are rather beautiful. Albeit at a price. This unbelievable set up will set you […]

10 years ago

We’ve a bit of bad news for you this Monday morning, as the wet weather is back with a bang. Met Éireann has issued a status yellow weather warning for Galway, Mayo, Cork and Kerry, warning that there are torrential downpours expected between now and midnight. Between 25 to 35mm of rain is expected to fall over the course […]

10 years ago

When planning a wedding the honeymoon might seem like the easiest decision of all: yep, always wanted to go there. Grand, let’s book it so. Sorted. And while I promise I’m not trying to complicate things, there are some considerations to take into account… like the weather, how to save a few bob in the process, and sorting your […]

10 years ago

If you’re looking for something a bit unusual, look no further. “What do you get if you mix a load of iconic acid house bangers with an orchestra?” – Haçienda Classical. Haçienda Classical is making its debut performance in the Ireland, bringing the critically acclaimed show to Dublin’s 3Arena on Saturday, December 17. The setlist will be chock-full of […]

10 years ago

It’s officially back to school season, which means it’s only a matter of time before winter woollies, coats and hats are essential.  Penneys are way ahead of us, with their first new season stock already in store. Honestly, get in there now and get it while it lasts.  Here are 16 pieces to pick up while […]

10 years ago

The way Irish couples are getting married has changed dramatically in recent years. So, while church weddings are beautiful, couples are increasingly looking for alternative venues IN which to get spliced. However, this can cause anxieties of its own. If we can’t get married in a church, then where? Is a registry office with manky torn carpet our only choice?  Not at […]

10 years ago

2016 was such a bad year.  You know it, I know it, we all know it.  It’s fair to say we’re all ready to say farewell to the year in which we lost Bowie, Rickman, Cohen and Prince, so make sure to do it in absolute style.  There are so many options for NYE entertaining, from pints in the local […]

10 years ago

Is this the most clever marketing tool yet? We think so, and we hope it’ll catch on. Bang Bang, the quaint little café of dreams in Phibsborough, have posted about their distaste when it comes to all of the Black Friday nonsense, and are rewarding their customers for thinking the same. That, in its entirety says: […]

10 years ago

Oh hey there Metropolis… Look at you over there, making our week bearable.  Three deadly nights and two whopper days are ahead of ticket holders of this event, which met rave reviews last year and is set to be even better this time around.  Jam-packed with everything and anything from the spoken word to art installations, […]

10 years ago

We’ll admit that we are fairly partial to some good guacamole – and we know, too, that it’s not difficult to make. Like, at all. Mash a load of avocados with some garlic, lime juice and coriander, and voila! Add chilies, tomato and onion if you like – it’s that simple. Which is why it’s such a […]

10 years ago

Today we bring you Bang Bang – yet another seriously cool Phibsborough spot. It’s a trendy, rustic deli and shop on Leinster Street North that serves unreal food and sells cool, artisan products.  Our favourite.  Coffee? They serve Silverskin coffee, one of my personal favourites. A rich and full roast – just what the doctor ordered.  Prefer your […]

10 years ago