When you consider the fact that you’re not even technically supposed to use your phone on a forecourt, it seems something of a miracle that this didn’t escalate into something far more serious. A derelict house in Portmarnock went up in flames last night, and required four units of the Dublin Fire Brigade to extinguish […]

10 years ago

Whenever a new restaurant opens there’s always a stampede of critics beating down the doors to get in and tell the world about it first.  People love hearing about the latest hot spot, but that’s often unfair on the fledging restaurant trying to find their feet. So when it came to reviewing Luna I wanted to give it […]

10 years ago

Nothing leaves me aching for a cocktail like a long-ass week. So in order to combat that need until next weekend, I have decided that I should start drinking them tonight. Yes, it’s a Sunday but surely one can’t hurt? I deserve it. 1. The Escobar, Sophie’s A refreshing blend of Hendricks Gin, elderflower liqueur, […]

10 years ago

It’s another miserable day out there, yet there is one benefit to all those cold faces and wet feet – you’ve the perfect excuse for a tall cup of delicious hot chocolate. When it comes to warm chocolatey goodness, we don’t mess around – much like the rest of the population. So here are 11 of the very […]

10 years ago

Thousands of people are taking to the streets again this afternoon to call for an immediate referendum on the 8th Amendment, with protests taking place in Dublin, London, Brussells, Warsaw and Berlin. The ‘Rise and Repeal’ demonstration kicked off in Dublin City Centre this afternoon, with a massive crowd expected to travel from all over the […]

10 years ago

Smithfield has gained quite a reputation in recent years as one of Dublin’s favourite eating and drinking spots.  The northside district has a whole pile of great pubs and  wonderful restaurants to choose from and next month it will be encouraging everyone to come on down and enjoy all the culinary goodness it has to offer.  The […]

10 years ago

Well this is a scumbag move. In the run-up to the fifth annual March for Choice 2016 this Saturday, marking the Global Day of Action for Access to Safe and Legal Abortion, posters have been hung up around the city to raise awareness. However, at least one gentleman would rather awareness was kept to a minimum… PLS RT @freesafelegal March for choice posters cut […]

10 years ago

Yesterday, we brought you the news of the 59 outrageously cute puppies that were seized at Dublin Port. The dogs wore expressions of confusion and sadness and even the coldest hearts melted. The Dublin Society of Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals appealed to the public in a bid to find new homes for the animals. People […]

10 years ago

An accident on Harcourt Street is causing delays for Luas commuters of up to 20 minutes on all Green Line outbound services.  An ambulance is now at the scene.  Plan your work commute accordingly, although there are very few options available right now… Green Line: Trams operating with 15-20 minute delay due to emergency services blocking the […]

10 years ago

You could hear American accents all over today with the Georgia Tech VS Boston College game on in The Aviva.  Georgia Tech’s Yellow Jackets won 17 – 14 to Boston College’s Eagles. A massive fair play to all of the players, band members, cheerleaders and dancers who put up with our miserable, rainy weather for the day.  […]

10 years ago

Anyone who’s been to music festival Electric Picnic in recent years will know of the incredibly eclectic and trendy stage that is Salty Dog.  Designed like a ship, and home to some really cool newcomers and deadly music veterans, this stage is an experience that just can’t be relived at home. Or, at least, couldn’t… […]

10 years ago

I grew up eating Mexican food. My family and I would frequent the same Mexican restaurant at least two nights every week, and I’ve gotta say it never got old. The ultimate Mexican treat, for me, has to be nachos,  with all that salsa, melted cheese, creamy guac, spicy jalapeños, chives, and lots of beans.  They’re beautiful – and the best part is, they can be shared […]

10 years ago