Yesterday (May 20), McDonald’s opened six of their Dublin drive-thrus. A spokesperson has revealed when they plan on opening the rest of their drive-thrus in Ireland and the UK: “McDonald’s aims to open all Drive-Thrus in Ireland and the UK in early June.” They added, “As employees and the business adapt to a new way […]

5 years ago

We would love to see this! Co-creators of The Inbetweeners Iain Morris and Damon Beesley have teased a reunion. The pair said in an interview with Digital Spy that they are still in contact with the original cast and would never rule out working with the four again. They said: “We’ve written and shot two […]

5 years ago

Cork city is set to pedestrianise streets and increase cycle paths as the city gradually lifts lockdown restrictions. As part of Cork City Council‘s first phase of reopening the city, a number of measures have already been put in place to ensure social distancing can happen on the city’s street, including the pedestrianisation of the […]

5 years ago

Although we’re fairly devo about the Eurovision Song Contest being cancelled for this year, we are still planning on getting our fix of Euro-pop goodness. Because RTÉ is airing an alternative Eurovision night this weekend. On Saturday, May 16, this year’s entries will still get their time to shine as RTÉ will show a special, […]

6 years ago

An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar addressed the Dáil today, explaining how he hopes the current situation leads to a different looking society in the future including greater working from home. He said, “As we reopen our country and rebuild our economy, we have the opportunity to reshape our society in ways that will benefit our citizens […]

6 years ago

This Instagram account posts screenshots of fairly bizarre Irish headlines and I have to admit, I’m quite obsessed with it. If there is one thing I love, it’s social media accounts like this. Out of context Reeling In The Years? Sign me up. Ugly Irish houses? Absolutely. Celebs visiting Navan? Hook it to my veins. […]

6 years ago

This may well be our next binge-worthy show. A trailer was released today for a brand new astronaut drama coming to Disney+, produced by none other than Leonardo DiCaprio. The Right Stuff, an eight-episode series landing on the National Geographic section of Disney+, follows seven American astronauts during the space race. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=koptJPPOXJE&feature=emb_logo The official […]

6 years ago

The Department of Social Protection has warned against a text scam they have been made aware of, which is targeting those in receipt of Pandemic Unemployment Payment. The texts claim to be sent from the Department of Social Welfare or Intreo offices, telling recipients that they are due a Covid-19 pandemic payment and to follow […]

6 years ago

A fisherman has been keeping Fungie the dolphin company during the lockdown as he is feeling ‘lonely’. I’m not crying, you’re crying! If you have been to Dingle, you have most likely spotted this delightful Dolphin. Jimmy Flannery told the Independent that he is taking daily trips out to see Fungie as he is feeling […]

6 years ago

Yes, you read that right. You can now book a private video chat with an alpaca in County Wicklow. K2Alpacas, known for providing super fun alpaca tours at Callow Hill, Newtownmountkennedy, Wicklow, have now moved online due to the Covid-19 outbreak. And that means virtual tours as well as private video chats with alpacas. I […]

6 years ago

Looking to shake things up with a salmon roast this weekend? This Roasted Salmon Darnes dish looks absolutely delightful. We’re teaming up with Lidl to show you how to prepare it perfectly, using salmon sourced from Irish waters, no less. This is an ideal recipe if you’re having dinner at home with bae. Here’s how […]

6 years ago

Thinking about how you’re going to make this year’s Easter roast a showstopping affair? Well, there’s no better way to do that than by using the best of what Ireland has to offer. So, we’re here to show you how to make a stunning Easter roast using a succulent leg or rack of Bord Bia […]

6 years ago

We’re all cooking at home a lot more as of late. And at this stage, you probably feel like getting adventurous and creating the perfectly wholesome Irish roast. So, we’re teaming up with Lidl to show you how to make a seriously mouthwatering Easter dinner using locally produced Irish beef available in Lidl stores. Whether […]

6 years ago

Meghan Markle is set to narrate a brand new documentary produced by Disney for Disney+. The new streaming service, which launched in Ireland this week, wrote in a tweet: “Disneynature’s Elephant, an Original Movie narrated by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, starts streaming April 3, only on #DisneyPlus.” Disneynature’s Elephant, an Original Movie narrated by […]

6 years ago

Kodaline guitarist Mark Prendergast has confirmed that he tested positive for Covid-19. The band member joined Eoghan McDermott and Doireann Garrihy on 2FM to tell them about his experience. He said: “About 10 days ago I felt this very, very dry cough. I was in my parents’ house. “It was quite obvious it was a […]

6 years ago

It looks like it’ll be another weekend filled with movies and pyjamas. This weekend, there are some class movies on TV this weekend for you to enjoy with the family or with your mates over a video chat! Here’s what you’ll be able to catch tonight, Friday, March 20: Jagged Edge, 11.50pm on RTÉ One […]

6 years ago

Virgin Media have explained their decision to replace last night’s edition of Inside The K with an episode of Gogglebox Ireland. Viewers were not happy after last night’s edition of The Guards: Inside the K was pulled from Virgin Media’s schedule and replaced with an episode of Gogglebox. The channel revealed the short notice change to […]

6 years ago

Due to the spread of Covid-19, oral and practical exams for Junior and Leaving Cert students have been cancelled, although full marks are to be rewarded. The exams were due to take place between March 23 and April 3, but will now be cancelled altogether. The Minister for Education Joe McHugh told a press conference, […]

6 years ago

As part of the national effort to tackle the spread of Covid-19, Irish Distillers, the producers of Jameson, is to start making hand sanitising gel. And they will be providing this to the Health Service Executive for free in partnership with Cork firm Mervue Laboratories. Meetings were held between the companies and the Department of […]

6 years ago

There is just no stopping this Longford gal! And it looks like the reality star could be heading for the jungle as bookies have included her in a list of suspected contestants for this year’s I’m A Celeb. Paddy Power released their predictions for the show’s 2020 series, which isn’t expected to begin until November. […]

6 years ago

Ambr Eyewear has announced that they will provide free reading glasses to people over 60 who may be self-isolating during the Covid-19 pandemic. As most of us are discovering already, reading is probably going to become a big part of our day-to-day for the next couple of weeks. So for many people, their reading glasses […]

6 years ago

Listen, whoever tells you that a colouring book is for kids is sadly mistaken. Because it’s one of the most calming and therapeutic activities you can do to give your mind a rest. And that’s why we’re pretty buzzed about this. Dublin illustrators Jill & Gill have a released a free colouring book PDF that […]

6 years ago

Aer Lingus has removed its change fees, saying that the charge will not apply for flights booked for March, April and May. From 3pm today, the airline will not charge customers who wish to change their flight destination within these three months. if there is a fare difference between the two flights, this will still […]

6 years ago

The full lineup for tonight’s Late Late Show has been announced, with much of the show expected to centre around Covid-19 advice. Dr Sarah Doyle will join Ryan this week, giving viewers a ‘how-to’ guide on self-isolating and quarantine. They will relocate to the Fair City set for a portion of tonight’s show, taking viewers […]

6 years ago

Center Parcs Ireland has announced that they will close for two weeks following yesterday’s covid 19 statement from An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. They announced the closure in a statement: “In line with the government position regarding coronavirus, the decision has been taken to close Longford Forest from Friday 13 March to Sunday 29th March 2020.” […]

6 years ago

Whether you’re visiting or you’re a born-and-raised Galwegian, these cocktail classes in Galway make for a fun way to celebrate with your mates. We all love sipping away on a cocktail. But making them is actually such a scream. We’ve decided to highlight five cocktail classes in Galway that make for a super fun and […]

6 years ago

Yes, you read that right. Lidl has revealed plans to open their first pub in Ireland. The German discount supermarket has announced that it’ll open a new store in Dundonald, Northern Ireland. It has also submitted an application to open a licenced public house on the premises, as well as an off-licence service. They said […]

6 years ago

Fancy living like they did in the olden days? Well, staying for a night or two in this round tower in County Down will do the trick. It turns out, you can actually book a stay for two in the gorgeous historical site, located deep in the woods of the Clandeboye Estate, County Down. Giving […]

6 years ago

Navan is some spot for one spot. It really is a world of its own, isn’t it? And who knew that Navan was the spot to be when you’re rich and famous. Well, apparently it is, according to this Instagram account, which can only be described as absolutely iconic in my eyes… So, ladies and […]

6 years ago

Wondering where to look for property in Galway? These ten areas were super popular amongst house-hunters in 2019. According to stats provided to us by our mates over at Perfect Property, these were the top ten most popular areas to buy property in Galway. 10. Headford Located 26 km north of Galway City, there are […]

6 years ago

It’s March and surprise surprise, it’s still baltic out. But it’s not all bad. Cold weather means we get to curl up on the couch, eat snacks and spend the weekends watching telly. So, you’re probably looking for Netflix recommendations. It looks like our friend Jorge wasn’t the end of the bad weather. Frosty, wet […]

6 years ago

Looking for places to visit before they’re rammed with tourists? Even though we’re all mad for a bit of travel this year, there are still loads of places that are waiting to be discovered. Transylvania, Romania Home to some of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns, Transylvania has a heap of history, culture, food and experiences for […]

6 years ago

EVENT UPDATE: Due to concerns around the coronavirus, we are postponing our Livin Galway Summit at Mick Lally Theatre on Thursday, March 12th, in line with the latest guidance from the Department of Health. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. We will continue to monitor updates, and look forward to hosting you at a later […]

6 years ago

If you didn’t know already, 2020 is a leap year. You know what that means! Many marriage proposals are on the horizon. So, ladies, it’s time to get creative! Here are five fun and creative ways you can propose to your other half at home this year. Hide the ring in a bowl of crisps […]

6 years ago

When you’re looking for your fix of sunshine when abroad this year, you’ll probably want to head to the beach or lay by the pool. But there are some incredible rooftop bars you simply NEED to check out that provide you with that well-deserved chance to soak up that sun. So here are four STUNNING […]

6 years ago

If you’re looking for a different kind of staycation this year, then you should definitely consider staying in one of these treehouses in Ireland. As far as novelty stays go, we think this pretty much ticks every box. How many people can say they’ve holidayed in a treehouse? Here are six in Ireland that you can […]

6 years ago

If you’re on the hunt for a thrilling, adrenaline-inducing adventure in Ireland this year, then this should do the trick Yep, you can go hovercraft racing in County Cavan. Odd.ie (Outdoors and Dirty) offer just that, coining themselves as “the only place in Ireland you can do hover-drifting on wild open water.” Be warned, they […]

6 years ago

We fancy staying in this weekend, and we know you probably do too. The weather hasn’t been the nicest as of late so all we’re craving is chilling under a cosy blanket with good food and quality TV. Pure bliss. So, here are six reasons you’re probably going to want to stay in this weekend. We […]

6 years ago

Exciting nature? Found it, mate. These caves in Ireland are definitely worth taking a trip to see. Is there anything more thrilling than taking a deep dive into a dark cave to discover something you’ve never seen before? I think not. Aillwee Cave This cave can be found in Ireland’s most unique geographical area, The […]

6 years ago

The Six Nations is now in full swing! And lads, we are off to a flying start. And there is some serious buzz about the place. So, Irish rugby star Donncha O’Callaghan has teamed up with Aer Lingus and hopped on over to Cardiff to try to convince Welsh supporters to convert. In return, he […]

6 years ago

Pinatas are a crazy fun addition to any party. And these ones are sure to provide a laugh amongst you and your mates during your next get together. From hilarious creations to absolutely beautiful ones, we are pretty obsessed with this. Want to throw it back to your younger years of drinking Dutch Gold for […]

6 years ago

New year, new you. Time to style your kitchen! Honestly, what better time to inject some new life into your kitchen space than at the start of a new decade? If you’re on that vibe like I am, then you’ll be buzzing to know that B&Q has just announced a brand new, super stylish kitchen […]

6 years ago

According to figures from Perfect Property, there are ten spots in particular that have proven to be very popular among people looking for property in Cork. This got us thinking, what is it about these areas that draw people so much? Well, we’re going to explore just that right now. Based on figures given to […]

6 years ago

Staying in this weekend doesn’t mean sacrificing a night of laughs and entertainment. This is 2020, folks! Pretty much everything we need is already in the gaff. So, we were feeling inspired to come up with the ULTIMATE guide for when you and your mates and/or other half stay in this weekend. Think top-quality telly, […]

6 years ago

For such a small island, we are absolutely spoiled for choice when it comes to little trips and adventures. And a weekend in Kilkenny has to be one of the most exciting ones there is. From class nightlife to history to unreal dining opportunities, you’ll probably find it hard to pack it all into just […]

6 years ago

For such a small island, Ireland really is bursting at the seams with natural beauty. And these photographers capture it perfectly, inspiring us to travel Ireland this year. If you follow us on Instagram, you’ll know that we often feature some brilliant photographers on our feed. These are just some of those accounts. @i_roamireland Martin’s […]

6 years ago

2020 not only sees the arrival of a new year but a new decade. So what better time to spruce up the gaff? That’s why we’re pretty buzzed about this new affordable kitchen range that has just been announced. B&Q announced the range just in time for the new year, describing it as “high-quality design […]

6 years ago

We now officially know Ireland’s best takeaways after the Just Eat National Takeaway Awards took place last night. And it’s no surprise that this one took the top spot. Drum roll, please… Ireland’s favourite takeaway is… Saba To Go in Rathmines. If you’ve ordered a meal from this Thai place before, you’ll know that all […]

6 years ago

‘No Context Reeling In The Years’ is the Twitter account you didn’t know you needed in your life. Twitter is by far my favourite social media platform. I feel like Instagram is where everyone shows off their highlights and tries to show how unreal they are. But Twitter is where you’ll find gold like this. […]

6 years ago

Since the start of the new year, we have been daydreaming about one thing. Sunny holidays! Looking forward to soaking up some sun in the most beautiful and exciting destinations is what’s getting us through these January blues. On that note, we’ve been given some susnpiration to book our next trip and get our fix […]

6 years ago