We thought this man couldn’t get any more extra. When people hit the big 3-0, they tend to go all out. I mean, it’s a big milestone saying goodbye to your twenties, right? MMA fighter Conor McGregor has decided that for his birthday this year he’s going to get a life-size statue of himself. The […]

8 years ago

Lidl are keeping our greens greener. Lidl has released a biodegradable banding completely eliminating plastic. The German global discount supermarket has created a fruit and veg innovation that will remove 10,000 kilos of plastic every year. That’s pretty feckin’ cool! They took to Twitter today to announce the news: We’re excited to show you our […]

8 years ago

Ah sure we all love a bit of celeb spotting. Actress Katie Holmes has been spotted being a tourist in the lovely county of Kilkenny. The Dawson’s Creek star visited Kilkenny Castle and made sure to pose for some photos. What an amazing time of year for her to visit. Kilkenny shared the photo on […]

8 years ago

Craving a takeaway but scrimping on pennies? This Friday and Saturday, online food delivery service Deliveroo are offering free delivery in all restaurants on the app across the country. This deal is available in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick and Belfast. YAAAAS. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Deliveroo (@deliveroo) on Jul 3, […]

8 years ago

Nothing in this world satisfies me more than sitting down in a gorge café and nursing a delectable coffee. Limerick has some fab foodie spots as of late and bars a plenty. If it’s a standout coffee you’re looking for however, there’s only one place to be – Rift Coffee on Mallow Street. Rift Coffee […]

8 years ago

Imagine making six cocktails in six minutes – This guy is a master of his trade. The final of the World Class Irish Bartender of the Year competition took place last weekend at the Taste Of Dublin and the buzz in the tent was like no other. There were three bartenders competing against one another, […]

8 years ago

Being Irish, we weren’t blessed with sallow skin. Going abroad, a lot of us need a little bit of help when it comes to looking summery. You can get that honey-toned skin with the rub of a mitt and without burning yourself or spending all day lying out on a sun bed. Eh hello, more […]

8 years ago

Beyoncé and Jay-Z are the loves of my life. The only time I’m not lovin’ them however, is when they keep their music from me. The power couple dropped an album together con Saturday and fans have been going crazy ever since. Only problem is, in true Beyoncé fashion it’s only available on Tidal. Or […]

8 years ago

We’ve all done it, you get to the airport and all sense of time goes out the window. You’ve got time to kill so you and your mates take that obligatory check-in picture over a few pints at the bar. It’s 9am and you’re on your second round – This wouldn’t happen anywhere else. Ryanair […]

8 years ago

Summer is here so it’s time to celebrate with a few cocktails in hand. If you’re looking for something a little out of the ordinary from your local, there’s some really fun and exciting events happening over the next few months. On June 27th, internationally renowned London cocktail bar, Callooh Callay will be hosting a […]

8 years ago

1. Family Frame – Kilkenny Design Something to hang up in the gaff. Clann means family and this frame is just adorbs. 2. Fergus O Neill Print – Jam Art Factory Ah sure feck it, it’s grand. This has Irish dad written all over it. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jam […]

8 years ago

Nothing screams luxurious getaway like a day in a top class spa. The Osprey in Naas, Co. Kildare has just opened a brand new spa, designed by Hugh Wallace. The €1.2 million job brings a natural sanctuary vibe to the urban hotel. It’s designed to act as an oasis of relaxation for its guests. The […]

8 years ago

It’s become an Irish tradition to finish off the summer holiday break with one last hurrah at Electric Picnic. This year will be my fourth and it’s one of the events I most look forward to during the year. This year’s line up is bigger and better than ever so it’s guaranteed to unforgettable. Time […]

8 years ago

Festival season is the best time of the year. You get to dress up, listen to some unreal music, spend time with friends and drink in the sun (hopefully). Irish festivals just keep getting better and better and Body&Soul is up there as one of my absolute faves. It’s fast approaching and if you’re as […]

8 years ago

Picture this – You’re going on your hols but you’ve been super busy, so packing is a last minute job. We’ve all been there. It’s 3am and you’re just about to head off to the airport when you realise… Dun dun DUUUNNNN – You’ve forgotten your passport at home. No, no not at home in […]

8 years ago

We’ve all been there – You wake up after a night on the beer and you can’t tell whether some food will cure or kill you. You attempt to cook something to ease off the groaning sounds in your stomach and settle the raging pains in your head. Well, for this Twitter user, the result […]

8 years ago

Festival season is my absolute favourite time of year.  I adore rummaging through vintage shops to find unique pieces and I spend most of my evenings scrolling through websites looking for the perfect outfit.  Festivals give you a chance to go completely OTT and werk it and fully express yourself. They’re a free for all really […]

8 years ago

Coffee is an essential part of my day, I just can’t function without it. Every coffee lover will know the struggle of finding the perfect spot for your daily coffee fix. Well, my Carlow friends, there is a new café waiting to be discovered in Borris. Pop Coffee Co opened up in Joyce’s Pub last weekend […]

8 years ago

I don’t know about you but i f*cking love going on an IKEA trip. I literally book out a whole day for it because I spend so much time looking through their selection of candles, wine glasses and bed linen.  Summer is fast approaching and with the change of season, comes the need for a […]

8 years ago

If there’s one thing I’ve learnt in the last few years, it’s that no two friendships are the same. I’ve got friends from almost every walk of life and I’ve met them all at very different stages of my life too. Some of them would have met me as a child, some when I was […]

8 years ago

Getting married is one of the most special days of your life. You’ve dreamed of finding the perfect dress ever since you were little when you used to put a tea towel on your head as a veil… just me?  When my sister told me she was engaged I couldn’t cope with how excited I […]

8 years ago

It’s that glorious time of year again – Eurovision! The Eurovision is a celebration of different cultures and music, but more importantly it’s the perfect opportunity to check out some foreign fitties, scream at the telly and get pissed with your mates.  There seems to be a running theme in every Irish household each year […]

8 years ago

TK Maxx is one of those shops that you could find yourself getting lost in for hours. There are so many interesting and wonderful things on sale but you really have to go rooting to find them. The store is now selling colourful, woven baskets that have been made by women in Uganda. Each basket […]

8 years ago

I’m an absolute sucker when it comes to palettes. I have a basket in my room where I keep them all and it’s currently over-flowing, no joke.  Palettes are great because they have lots of options, they’re easy to transport and there’s usually a mirror to make sure you’re looking A1. It can be hard […]

8 years ago

When the sun comes out, I can’t help but dream of lying on a beach somewhere in a gorge swimsuit sipping out of a coconut with exotic flowers in my hair. Reality soon kicks in and I realise I’m sat at a desk for the day but hey, holidays are fast approaching. If there is […]

8 years ago

We have heard many stories through the years of the heartbreaking consequences of bullying yet it still seems to continue. With the rise of social media, it has become more toxic and victims find it hard to escape.  Last night a music video was released telling the tragic story of Nicole (Coco) Fox Fenlon, who endured […]

8 years ago

I went to see The Greatest Showman back in January and I haven’t stopped playing the soundtrack ever since. It’s definitely up there as one of the best musical films released in the last while.  Anyone who knows me will know I have a serious grá for Gaeilge and I love to see people promote it […]

8 years ago

So you’re as sick of this crappy weather as we are? Stressed in work? Tired? You need a pick me up my friend and a little mood-booster.  We got you. Ice cream is happiness in a cone, or tub. Whatever you’re into, you can’t beat it, especially when it’s free.  For the May Bank Holiday, […]

8 years ago

So you’re wrecked and the only thing that will keep you on your toes at work for the day is a glorious cup of coffee, or maybe two… or three. Turns out, even though you’ve been making yourself feel guilty for polishing off that third cup, you’re not doing yourself that much harm according to […]

8 years ago

Moving to a new country can be daunting, to say the least. You’re leaving your Mammy’s roast dinners and Barry’s tea behind and completely immersing yourself in a new culture. It’s so important for that reason, to choose somewhere that’s got friendly locals to make you feel welcome along with good career prospects.    Every year […]

8 years ago

The airport is a funny place when it comes to attire – There’s those who have rolled straight our of bed, thrown on a trackie and barely brushed their hair, hens and stags wearing cringe-worthy t-shirts and others who are dolled up to the nines to take that obligatory “check-in photo” to share on Facebook. […]

8 years ago

H&M have found a way of combining high-street with designer chic and it just works, a little too well tbh .  We’ve seen them pair up with the likes of Balmain and Erdem already and they have had queues longer than the bloody Liffey outside of the flagship store full of eager customers. There’s few times […]

8 years ago

Ah the noughties, coming home from school and turning on that tiny television you had to watch some quality programmes. You were always up to date with them too because god forbid you wouldn’t be able to share your opinion over lunch with your mates the next afternoon.  If this sounds familiar, there is no […]

8 years ago

Today the Cabinet will discuss whether or not Ireland should have its own independence day. The prospective bill and its date will be discussed in the Dáil. There is speculation that it may be celebrated annually on January 21st, as that was the date the Dáil sat for the first time in 1919.  But don’t get your hopes […]

8 years ago

I have to admit, when I think of ASOS – homeware doesn’t spring to mind. In fact, it was only the other day in a wave of procrastination that I stumbled upon it and oh my god… It’s feckin’ fab. I absolutely adore homeware and I feel that with every piece I buy, my house […]

8 years ago

Ireland has been kicking-ass in the drink world as of late. We can barely go a week without a new gin or craft beer being released and it’s such a buzz. There are so many brilliant minds coming together to make some deadly creations and it really is something to be proud of.  About a month […]

8 years ago

It’s no lie that we are gin obsessed here in Lovin HQ and we still get that little rush of excitement every time a new kind or flavour is released. We’ve seen some pretty cool gins come about as of late, but never, ever have we seen a gin that changes colour when you add tonic. […]

8 years ago

If there’s one thing I adore about festival season it’s that you can dress beyond over the top and completely out there.  The festival shop from Pretty Little Thing has just dropped and it embodies just that. It’s full of sparkles, bold patterns, bright colours and statement pieces – a.k.a the dream attire for festival queens. […]

8 years ago

A new trend that has come about in recent years is to have two separate hens, one with the family and one with friends. For the bridesmaids this can be a bit of an added stress, but in fairness it does make sense to keep those classy aunts as far away from willy straws and […]

8 years ago

Nail art trends have been sweeping the web as of late, each one getting more ridiculous than the next. From vaginanails to corkscrews, we have to admit we haven’t been the biggest fan of them.  There was nothing more glam than one colour nails… until now.  Picasso nails are here and they truly are a […]

8 years ago

Anyone who knows me will know that I am totally and utterly obsessed with makeup. In fact, there are few days I’d go without it. I really feel like I’m not ready for the day until I’ve fixed up my brows and drawn on my signature eyeliner flicks. There is no better feeling than […]

8 years ago

Lucky for us all, Easter weekend falls at the end of the month this year, so chances are you’ve just gotten paid, yaaaaaas! If you’re heading out this weekend and you’re beyond fed up of your usual go-to fancy outfits, why not splash out a little and get yourself a new number.  Go on, you […]

8 years ago

There’s nothing like curling up on the couch on a Sunday evening and tucking into a tasty choccy bar.  I like my chocolate as dark as my soul so I’m a big fan girl when it comes to Green & Black’s Chocolate. So when I heard that they have released four new flavours, I got […]

8 years ago

1. The Bachelorette  Three friends get together and completely lose the rag. Between taking drugs, getting off with the wrong men and destroying the brides wedding dress this movie is up there as one of my absolute faves on Netflix. You’ll be crying from laughing from this one. via GIPHY 2. The House Bunny A […]

8 years ago

Hungover this morning?  If so, we’re pretty sure that you’re hating on those pints you were only guzzling down last night. There’s no denying when it comes to alcohol – It’s a love hate relationship. But how does alcohol feel about this? The lads from Foil Arms and Hog have done it again by releasing […]

8 years ago

Sitting by the fire in a big, comfy, velour chair, drinking Hendricks out of a goblet-esque gin glass while listening to a pianist play my favourite tunes from Les Mis – now that is my ideal Saturday evening. Lucky for me, that’s how I spent my last weekend. I’ve learned recently the benefit of weekend […]

8 years ago

In a world where we have all become a little bit too obsessed with gin, we sometimes forget how tasty and unreal other spirits can be.  So when I heard that a brand new rum, Ireland’s first ever rum for that matter, has just been released, I couldn’t help but let out a squeal of excitement. I’m a proper alco-nerd […]

8 years ago

Jack Frost is nipping at those noses again and it’s time to spend a few evenings in wearing your cosiest dressing gown and fluffiest socks. On nights like these all you need is a good Netflix series, one that’s an easy watch. There are a tonne of Rom-Coms on Netflix but we’ve found that some […]

8 years ago

Black Mirror is one of the most discussed Netflix shows as of late, partly because the ideas behind it are mind boggling but also kind of possible.  Often times watching a series as such can lead to further “what ifs” on the subject matter. This morning a Twitter user asked for people to pitch their […]

8 years ago

What did we actually do with our lives before Netflix? It’s hard to remember. Ah yes 2018 is nigh and with it comes some unreal Netflix series and movies to binge on and beat the January blues. We are pretty sure you’re all going to be finishing up Black Mirror in the next few days (or […]

8 years ago