Sligo seduces with its stunning Wild Atlantic Way scenery, surf and setting nestled beneath the beauty of Ben Bulben and Knocknarea. It is a place of great legends and literary giants, where Queen Maeve stands guard and Yeats lays resting. Its spectacular waves welcome surfers and its wild ways welcome walkers whilst its majestic mountains […]

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Paul Flynn is a top Irish chef, serving up modern Irish culinary goodness at his restaurant, Townhouse and Cookery School in Dungarvan in County Waterford. Paul started his cooking career with Nico Ladenis in London in the late 80s before returning to Ireland in 1993. While cooking great food and teaching others from around the […]

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County Clare is an adventure playground for lovers of the outdoors. It is home to the longest cave system in Ireland, the most visited natural attraction in the country and The Burren UNESCO Global Geopark which brims with brilliant things to do. With its dramatic location along the Wild Atlantic Way the scenery is stunning […]

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Vanessa Kiely O’Connor is a dairy farmer who exudes passion and all of the values that make great Kerrygold Irish butter.  Vanessa provides milk to make Kerrygold butter from her best-in-class farm where her herd receives excellent care and the land is well tended to. It’s this passion, care and love that makes Kerrygold butter […]

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Hugging the River Shannon, Limerick is a lively, rejuvenated city brimming with historical and heritage hotspots as well as super shopping and sporting experiences. Limerick impresses with its medieval and Georgian architecture, marvellous museums and ancient castles. Fusing harmoniously with this rich culture is all things edgy; street art sits alongside galleries, traditional food markets […]

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The NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards recognises and celebrates the top quality milk farmers in Ireland, and the McKenna farm in Monaghan run by Darran McKenna was crowned the overall winner in 2018. “I’m just doing what every other Irish farmer does – looks after his cows as best he can and gives them […]

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Dublin beguiles with its charm, culture, creativity, and a unique setting surrounded by hills and by the sea. It is a combination few other cities can match. The city has an intimate feel and a lively heart. It revels in its modernity but also in its cultural heritage. It is upbeat and cosmopolitan yet still […]

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Cathy Mac Kenna is an up-and-coming baker living in County Monaghan. She pays a visit to the Mahon family farm in County Galway, beautifully nestled between Galway Bay and The Burren.  If there’s one thing that’s needed for good-quality baking, it’s great butter. Cathy Mac Kenna has been baking since a young age, having inherited […]

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Carrick-on-Shannon in Leitrim is one of Ireland’s most popular inland resorts and as a result, it is well geared up for holidaymakers of all types and all ages. Nestled in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, it makes the most of its enviable position on the banks of the River Shannon, offering a whole host of water-based activities […]

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Carlow, in Ireland’s Ancient East, is a destination for those who love horticulture, history and haunted houses, as well as those who just like to be surrounded by stunning scenery. Now that we can explore more of our beautiful country it is time to make a break for it and although Carlow is the second […]

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Where can you see iron-age monuments and tombs that predate the Egyptian pyramids? Where you can sail to a different country in less than 15 minutes? Where you can captain a boat used in the tv show Game of Thrones and where you can fill your belly with an abundance of locally produced food and […]

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After months of waiting to travel, it’s time to get out there and make a splash, and Athlone in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands is an awesome destination for those looking for a wet and wild time. It is a popular destination with water-enthusiasts but perfect for landlubbers too as there is so much to do both […]

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Ah jaysus, we’re feeling awful generous lately. We’ve partnered with Titanic Belfast to give one of our lovely Lovin.ie readers a lovely break away for two to Belfast. We have VIP Passes for Titanic Belfast PLUS an overnight stay in the Titanic Hotel Belfast. Being a mere 90-minute drive from Dublin, this prize sounds quite […]

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Wexford, in the sunny south-east, is peppered with scenic views, historic sites and sandy coastlines. It’s the ideal destination for those who want some vitamin sea too. From Vikings to Normans, Wexford has been luring adventurous invaders for centuries and still does with its exhilarating experiences, fantastic festivals and brilliant beaches. So pack your picnic, […]

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We’ve teamed up with  Try Lamb to celebrate European Lamb. Now if you never thought of European lamb as being a delicious, versatile and sustainable meat to enjoy, well we’re about to change that. Because we’re here to encourage you to get adventurous and try lamb in ways you’ve never tried it before. And chef […]

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Here are seven magnificent places in Ireland you can get to by car. 2020 is the year of the staycation. luckily, Ireland is bursting with absolutely breathtaking scenes that are just waiting to be discovered. To celebrate the launch of the new MINI Countryman, a premium SUV with progressive and modern styling, available as petrol, […]

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What’s so great about living on this little island? Well, there are some wonderful day trip adventures to be had in every corner of the country. From the drama of the Wild Atlantic Way to the breathtaking natural beauty of the midlands, there are loads of amazing spots you can get to and from within […]

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We’ve teamed up with Mr. Kipling to inspire you to have a long-overdue (and seriously delicious) afternoon tea catch-up with your pals this week. Plus, we’re giving away a gorgeous hamper so you too can create your own afternoon tea experience for you and your friends. Life is all about the special little moments. The […]

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An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that outdoor gatherings of up to 5,000 may be permitted by September. He said: “If things continue to go in the right direction, and if the virus stays suppressed, I think we could see some small outdoor mass gatherings in September. “I would envisage cinemas opening in August but […]

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39 incredible Irish female artists and musicians have teamed up to release a cover of the iconic Cranberries hit Dreams to support those affected by domestic abuse in Ireland. With all proceeds going to Safe Ireland, the national social change agency working to end domestic abuse and coercive control in Ireland, the single will be […]

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The Irish government is reportedly considering offering a staycation voucher to the value of €500 to give the tourism sector a boost. According to The Irish Mirror, hotels, restaurants, tourist attractions and outdoor activities would all be part of the staycation voucher scheme. The plan was presented to the three parties currently engaged in new […]

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An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said today that the government is considering easing restrictions and allowing hairdressers to open early. Speaking on 2FM this morning, Varadkar said: “We always said that if they went in the right direction, if cases kept falling and the number of people in hospital with COVID kept falling, we would speed […]

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Supermarkets in Ireland have revealed their dedicated shopping hours for elderly and vulnerable people as Ireland enters Phase 2 of the easing of lockdown restrictions. Here are the times shoppers are being asked to avoid to allow elderly persons and cocooners to do their shopping. Tesco Tesco’s website states: “We know it can be hard […]

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Imelda May read out her moving poem ‘You Don’t Get To Be Racist And Irish’ for Culture on RTÉ today. Imelda May will release Slip Of The Tongue, a debut EP of her poetry this month. The first track, Home, was released last month. Today, Imelda read out her poem ‘You Don’t Get To Be Racist […]

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Niall Horan, Gavin James, Dara O’Briain and more Irish celebs are set to take part in an online charity gig in aid of the London Irish Centre. On Thursday, June 11 at 8pm, The London Irish Centre will live stream the event online via their Facebook and YouTube pages. And the lineup is stellar. As […]

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Leo Varadkar described summer 2020 as “far from lost” as he told the Dail when he expects international travel to resume. The Taoiseach said: “It is far too soon for people to book their holidays yet, but summer is far from lost.” “However, we need to be confident that it is safe before we make […]

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An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that the Pandemic Unemployment Payment is to be extended by “months, not weeks”. Varadkar has stated that those who were working full time before the crisis will continue to receive the €350 per week payment, but this will be reduced for part-time workers, who will see their payments reduced […]

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There is a way you can donate to Black Lives Matter even if you don’t have the money. And that’s by watching a video on YouTube. Zoe Amira, the account that uploaded the video, explains how it works: “This video project was created to offer people a way to donate and financially contribute to #blacklivesmatter […]

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Penneys has had to address rumours that they will be reopening on Monday, June 8 as the country enters Phase 2 of the government’s roadmap to lift lockdown restrictions. A number of posts have been circulating on social media suggesting that Irish Penneys stores will reopen on a trial basis this coming Monday. A spokesperson […]

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A Tyrone midwife is one of the July cover stars of British Vogue. 24-year-old Rachel Miller from Coagh near Cookstown is featuring alongside other NHS frontline workers. Having grown up on a farm, she told British Vogue that she became fascinated with pregnancy and birth during lambing season, which inspired her decision to become a […]

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Lidl is now selling a whole home cinema range. I don’t know about you, but I’m dreaming of a movie night out the back garden. The range includes a Phillips Neopix Ace Projector (€269.99) as well as a Celexon Projector Screen (€69.99) and a Sharp 180W Bluetooth Slim Soundbar with Subwoofer (€99.99). All are available […]

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The Dail held a minute’s silence at 12pm today for those affected by racism. The Dail Business Committee made the decision following a letter from Culture Minister Josepha Madigan. As well as the minute’s silence, the Dail is also to hold a debate on racism next week. The minute’s silence was held before Dail statements […]

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This young woman took to Instagram to explain her experience with racism in Ireland and why the black community in Ireland is now speaking out following the killing of George Floyd. “Why the black community in Ireland is so triggered by what is happening in America.” Titled “Let’s Talk About The Elephant In The Room”, […]

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An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has spoken out following the death of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter demonstration that took place in Dublin yesterday. Thousands of people marched from O’Connell Street to the US Embassy in Ballsbridge chanting “Black Lives Matter”. Taking to Twitter last night, Varadkar wrote, “Racism is a virus that we […]

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Yesterday, thousands of Irish people took part in a demonstration in Dublin to protest the killing of George Floyd and to support the Black Lives Matter movement. The protest began on O’Connell Street and made its way towards the US embassy, with participants chanting “Black Lives Matter” along the way. Dublin stands with you #BlackLivesMatter […]

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Irish showband legend Brendan Bowyer has died aged 81. He passed away in his LAs Vegas home surrounded by his family. The news was confirmed on the beloved entertainer’s Facebook page: “It is with deep sadness and regret that we announce the passing of Brendan Bowyer. Ireland’s most beloved International entertainer for 62 years. “Brendan […]

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In accordance with the government’s roadmap for reopening the country, Penneys along with other non-essential retailers will be allowed to open on June 29 at the earliest. Although Penneys Ireland is yet to outline what measures will be put in place to ensure social distancing can take place, stores have been reopening across Europe with […]

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Gardaí had to turn away more than 100 cars from popular Wicklow beaches on what was the hottest day of the year, according to reports. Drivers apparently came from areas in Dublin and even as far as Dundalk to visit the popular Wicklow beaches. Government guidelines state that travel of over 5km from a person’s […]

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The heatwave is to last as Met Éireann give us an update on the bank holiday weather. Have the sun cream at the ready, folks. Because the good weather isn’t going anywhere any time soon. According to Met Éireann, yesterday was the hottest day of the year with parts of the country reaching over 27C. […]

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A brand new dating show coming to RTE will help single people find love in isolation, and we’re so here for that. Listen, us singletons have it hard in isolation! And that’s why we need something like this to help us! Love In Isolation will arrive on the RTE player in June and sees 12 […]

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Lidl is selling an unreal bouncy castle water slide and we really, really want one. Considering we’ll all be spending summer out the back garden, we would get an awful lot of use out of this. Priced at €249.99, the Play & Splash XXL Bouncy Castle with Water Slide goes on sale in Lidl stores […]

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Producers of I’m a Celeb are considering introducing various health and safety measures to ensure this year’s edition of the show goes ahead. A source told The Sun: “I’m A Celebrity is six months away but bosses are holding meetings about how they can ensure it still goes ahead in the current climate. “A raft […]

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Today is set to be the hottest day of the year with part of Ireland expected to reach over 27C. The heatwave is also set to continue into the bank holiday weekend. The west and midlands are set to get the highest temperatures. Met Éireann said, “Today will be warm, dry and mostly sunny. Maximum […]

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Ryanair has posted a video of what precautions will be taken when international travel resumes. The airline plans to return to 40% of normal flight schedules from Wednesday, July 1. The airline posted the video to Twitter, saying that some of the new guidelines include aircraft disinfecting, cashless inflight service with limited stock, mandatory face […]

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A trailer has been released for a brand new Irish thriller, Broken Law, set to hit cinemas in August. And lads, it looks class. The stellar cast sees some of the stars of Cardboard Gangsters, John Connors, Tristan Heanue, Graham Earley and Ryan Lincoln reunite for this edge-of-your-seat drama, as well as Irish actors Gemma […]

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It’s set to be a scorcher, lads. Met Éireann predicts that Thursday is to be the hottest day of the year, with temperatures expected to reach up to 25C in parts of the country. While Wednesday will also see temperatures climb towards the mid-20s. Met Éireann describes Wednesday’s weather forecast as ” dry in most […]

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Normal People producer Ed Guiney spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about the possibility of a second season of the show. He told them, “We’re not thinking about a second season at the moment. “Maybe in the future at some point in time. What we are doing is the same team are adapting Conversations with Friends, […]

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People have been sharing their #RepealMemories on social media on the two year anniversary of the referendum. One Twitter user shared photos of post-it notes in Temple Bar the day after the referendum took place. https://twitter.com/aoiph/status/1264835169229340673 Meanwhile, Women’s Council Ireland shared their memories on Twitter, writing, “Today marks the second anniversary of the day that […]

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It’s a windy one out there, lads. Luckily, there are loads of fantastic movies for us to catch on TV this weekend. Here’s what you’ll be able to catch tonight (Friday, May 22): England Is Mine, 9.45pm, RTÉ2 Tropic Thunder, 11.55pm, BBC One NI Spotlight, 11.20pm, BBC Two NI Taken 2, 9pm, E4 The World’s […]

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These are the titles that are expected to be leaving Netflix in June. So you better get watching. Although we are buzzing to see what gets added to Netflix every month, we’re also sad to see what’s taken down off the platform. And it looks like there’s some pretty decent stuff going in June. According […]

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