Look avocado toast, you’ve had your moment. You’ve filled the bellies of millennials and prevented us from getting mortgages for the last decade, and it’s been a wild ride. We’ve had fun. But now it’s time to make room for a new brunch queen. And we may have found the dish up for the job […]

5 years ago

We may never emotionally recover from this. When I think back over the last 18 months (which I try to do as infrequently as possible) I find it easiest to identify each lockdown by what everyone was watching on tv rather than anything else. It’s just the easiest, least traumatic option. For example: Lockdown 1 […]

5 years ago

We all know the feeling. You’re flaked out on the couch on a Sunday afternoon. Maybe you’re feeling a little fragile after a big Saturday night, maybe you’re just back from a four hour hike you’ve been dragged on by the outdoorsy person in your life and just need to not think for a while. […]

5 years ago

Over the past few months, the Princess Di content has been coming at us from all angles. While we were busy attempting to recreate Emma Corrin’s quintessential ~Diana side smile~ in the mirror, Kristen Stewart was behind the scenes working on her soft spoken lilt for pending biopic Spencer. But what about the Diana fans […]

5 years ago

We’re back again with another option for an idyllic Irish getaway. Now that summer is over and we’re well and truly back into our usual routines, we’ve already started planning our next weekend away in our heads. Sure don’t we all need something to look forward to in fairness? As the cooler months creep in […]

5 years ago

This is the kind of combo we can get on board with. Have you ever snuck a few spoonfuls of peanut butter straight from the jar (the only way to do it) and thought to yourself “yeah it’s good, but it needs a touch of stout”? Well, today’s your lucky day. Artisan peanut butter producers […]

5 years ago

We’ll miss them all. Even the wee English fella. Is there a household in Ireland that hasn’t ruptured with laughter during a Derry Girls ep? We’ve cringed, we’ve cried, we’ve bopped along to the soundtrack and viewers from all over the world have found ways to relate to this iconic retelling of growing up in […]

5 years ago

If he can make it there, etc etc. There’s a chef going viral on Tiktok for his advice on preparing pasta, risotto and general hot takes on Italian cooking. Makes sense, TikTok is the first place we go for cooking advice these days tbh. However, we were fairly surprised that the guy giving the advice […]

5 years ago

Just wait til Tyra hears about this. If you’ve ever looked down at your hands and thought “wow, these babies should be in an ad campaign”, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Boojum are on the hunt for the Mex Top Hand Model – someone to unwrap burritos, dip chips into guac […]

5 years ago

We might as well just accept it at this stage. Christmas is here. Sure, it’s still 19 degrees and we’ve only just about gotten used to schools traffic returning. But that won’t stop the Christmas stockings and novelty pillows filling the aisles of department stores across the country. I’m starting to think the best thing […]

5 years ago

God knows, we all need a bitta help in this area. After months of seeing no one other than the DPD delivery driver during the day, the prospect of returning to the office for workplace banter or just general social interactions can feel a bit… much. How exactly does one engage in small talk by […]

5 years ago

Time for your Wednesday morning cry sesh. Back in June we heard that national treasure Adam King was set to star in his own animated series, Adam Loves Adventure. After stealing the hearts of the nation during his appearance on last year’s Toy Show, it’s only right that he becomes a more permanent fixture on our […]

5 years ago

It’s a hit, and you don’t even know it. Since making its way onto the West End in 2017, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie has become an instant fan favourite. The coming of age tale follows Jamie New, a sixteen year old facing discrimination and bullying for his sexuality in his hometown of Sheffield. Despite this, […]

5 years ago

It’s going to be a remake for the ages. It’s been two years now and we’ve just about come to terms with the fact that Kim Cattrall won’t be making an appearance in the new SATC reboot. The road to acceptance wasn’t an easy one but look, it had to be done. After the journey […]

5 years ago

You can find anything on TikTok these days. Including a herd of friesians walking in unison to the tune of Kelis’s Milkshake. It’s the niche subcategory we never knew we needed, but now can’t imagine our lives without. If you’ve ever wondered what life on a farm is like, get yourself over to the Kerry […]

5 years ago

After eighteen months of working from home, many office workers can’t bear the thought of being without their furry friend eight hours a day, five days a week. Many people also became new dog owners during the pandemic, and may be unsure of how to do right by their pup as the gradual return to […]

5 years ago

We’ve been closely following his movements all summer and taken inspiration from his lengthly naps in the sun, and we’re delighted to hear Wally has been spotted again. 22 days after the last confirmed sighting off the coast of West Cork, Seal Rescue Ireland have confirmed that Wally has been spotted again – this time […]

5 years ago

This morning saw office workers across the country packing lunches, rummaging for leap cards and taking deep breaths as they mentally prepared themselves for the revival of canteen banter. As well as a staggered return to the office for some workers, a number of other changes to restrictions came into place this morning. Here’s every […]

5 years ago

Is there a person among us who hasn’t been dreaming of the first gig they’d go to after all this madness ends? And when picturing the dream act to headline said gig, it doesn’t get much more iconic than Fatboy Slim. The megastar is set to Eat, Sleep, Rave and Repeat on our own wee […]

5 years ago

It’s that final kick into Autumn you’ve all been looking for. Nothing says goodbye sun cream, hello wooly jumper like a lightly spiced, cream topped PSL. It’s the definition of Autumnal, gals. If you’re a Cork coffee lover wondering where to pick one up, get yourself out to Yumm Cafe in Kanturk, who are launching […]

5 years ago

Anything that features slowed down, creepy version of Britney’s Hit Me Baby One More Time is bound to be good. Especially when it involves these two psychopaths. https://www.instagram.com/p/CT7VLwIFw4_/ The past eighteen months have been challenging for a vast and complex array of reasons, but the delayed release of the new season of You has definitely been […]

5 years ago

As a great man once said, “bacon is good for me”. The words of the great King Curtis have been a mantra we’ve adapted in our daily lives, and they never fail us. Happy? Eat some bacon. Sad? Eat some bacon. Confused? Eat some bacon. It just works, people. We’re clearly not the only ones […]

5 years ago

We were today years old when we found out Autumn is Grey Seal Pupping Season. Luckily, Seal Rescue Ireland know their stuff and have advice for anyone who comes across a wee fluffy pup as they start to appear around our coastlines. Obviously, with regular appearances from Wally and footage of basking sharks off the […]

5 years ago

His comeback track Bad Habits has been at number one for about eight years at this stage, and now you’ll have the chance to sing along like your life depends on it at a real life, in person gig. Ed Sheeran has just announced his Mathematics world tour (or “+-=÷x” if you want to get […]

5 years ago

It’s giving Balenciaga with a side of bin bag. Whether you wanted to or not, at this stage you will have seen Kim Kardashian’s response to the ‘American Independence’ theme at this year’s Met Gala. Her look reached beyond the fashion obsessed side of social media right over to meme land, and it’s not hard […]

5 years ago

The new video for one of the band’s most iconic songs was released yesterday. If you’re a Pillow Queens fan, you’ve probably spent the last eighteen months dreaming of belting out “I’m not a rat, if you’re not a rat, a rat, a rat, a raaaaaat” from the front row of a sweaty venue. And […]

5 years ago

Well guys, we’ve made it to Thursday. It wasn’t easy at times, and we deserve a reward. Can I recommend a few minutes of distraction from work to enjoy some hilarious TikToks? I won’t tell your boss. Let’s be honest, it’ll help you to work more effectively for the rest of the day. In this […]

5 years ago

If you don’t know Padraig Howley yet, it’s time for you to go on an Insta deep dive. The Clare based welder made the decision to go vegan earlier this year at the tender age of 67, and documented his journey on Instagram with the help of his daughter. He prepares vegan dishes while treating […]

5 years ago

It’s not a sentence I ever envisioned myself writing, but there you go. Following an appearance at the National Ploughing Championships in Laois yesterday, A League of Their Own hosts Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp carried on down the M7 to enjoy a spot of road bowling in Kerry. https://www.instagram.com/p/CT2CSpks-Q7/ According to the Independent, the […]

5 years ago

Petition to get Taylor to change the lyrics to London Boy. Not to get too dramatic right off the bat but when you’re a musician or a creative of any type, receiving positive feedback and compliments on your work is crucial for your survival. And if the positive feedback and compliments are coming from Taylor […]

5 years ago

Festivals? Free stuff? It’s the combination of two of our favourite things! On September 25th the people of Sligo town will be treated to performances by Paddy Casey, Soda Blonde, Damien Dempsey and more. A seriously impressive line up for a free gig. Wild Roots in the Park will take place in the Stephen Street […]

5 years ago

Have you got a mini Greta Thunberg at home who’d like to get more involved in the world of climate action? If so, there’s an event happening tomorrow for lower primary school classes which will give your little one the tools and motivation to make a difference in your local community. Trash, Tales and Treasure […]

5 years ago

Forget about the Met Gala, this is the event of the year. We’ve no doubt Kim K would be there with bells on if she could find black wellies to match her outfit from Sunday. In 2019 the popular event was attended by almost 100,000 people each day, but in the interest of public health, […]

5 years ago

While we were busy yesterday losing our minds over Kim K memes and re-writes of the message on the AOC dress, two Irish icons were in the background having the craic. I am of course talking about Samantha Barry, the Cork born and bred editor in chief of Glamour Magazine and Emily Ratajkowski, who’s been […]

5 years ago

If you’re a Sligo based yogi looking to keep doing your salutations to the actual sun, we’ve got good news. Your Wellbeing Warrior, the Sligo based yoga, massage and outdoor adventure group will be continuing their outdoor yoga classes throughout September “and beyond”, according to their recent Insta post. https://www.instagram.com/p/CTopYyoD3AW/ Classes with Your Wellbeing Warrior […]

5 years ago

At least, that’s what is says on Twitter. Last night, the people of Ireland were involuntarily transported back to the summer of 2014 and the now infamous Five in a Row Fiasco. It’s pretty much on the JC history curriculum at this stage so I’m sure you know the story. When Garth Brooks announced his […]

5 years ago

On September 23rd, a death-dropping, fan-thworping new season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK will grace our screens. And we’re overjoyed to hear that one of Ireland’s most iconic pop stars is set to take her rightful place on the judging panel. Over the years, Nadine Coyle has become so much more than a singer for […]

5 years ago

Have you followed the Sophie Toscan Du Plantier murder story from local whisperings, to podcast, to Netflix documentary? If so, you might be interested to know Ian Bailey will be interviewed on Virgin Media One tonight. Ian Bailey: The Big Interview, Monday at 9pm on Virgin Media One.Join Colette Fitzpatrick for an in-depth interview with […]

5 years ago

It’s the kind of in between-y weather you hate to see but look guys, we’ll get through it. We could be saying goodbye to summer for real this time as rainfall is forecast across the country for the coming week. According to Met Éireann, it’ll be generally cloudy and misty today with showery outbreaks moving […]

5 years ago

Well guys, that was emotional. After a whirlwind journey and a final score of 2-14 to 0-15, Sam travelled back to Tyrone for a fourth time on Saturday night. If you’re a Mayo supporter, you might not be in the headspace to laugh about it just yet. And that’s okay. Time is needed to heal […]

5 years ago

Starting from next Thursday, Limerick City will be abuzz with music, comedy and general craic thanks to Sionna Music and Arts Festival. This is very high up on the list of things we love to see. The festival will take place over the course of two months in venues across the city, kicking off next […]

5 years ago

Yes, you read that right. Second hand September is a great time to make ourselves more aware of the world of sustainability, and what steps we can take personally to help. A great way to reduce your own carbon footprint is by making more sustainable shopping choices, which understandably can seem like a daunting concept […]

5 years ago

And a very Instagrammable one at that. Fadó Coffee popped up in Douglas a couple of months ago and if you haven’t checked them out yet, consider this your sign to. https://www.instagram.com/p/CR1NeWiJwSf/ Seriously, how cute? The beautifully decorated 1975 Peugeot van is currently set up outside St. Patrick’s Woollen Mills and is a must for […]

5 years ago

Good news for the coffee lovers of Innishannon. There’s a new spot to hit up for your morning flattie, and pick up some delicious pastries and a loaf of  speciality sourdough while you’re at it. https://www.instagram.com/p/CTcz8sfM35L/ After a few months of mystery and an intrigue inducing “coming soon” sticker keeping the secrets of the new […]

5 years ago

If you’re in need of a giggle today, these are essential watching. If you’re up to date with your Irish book news, you probably saw that Asking For It author Louise O’Neill announced her latest novel Idol, set to be released next May. And if you’re a professional Insta sleuth-er like myself, you might know […]

5 years ago

Obviously, we all love Dog TikTok. It’s 98% of the reason we go on the app. But yesterday we came across a different type of vid – in this one, the dog wasn’t dressed in a Halloween costume or looking guilty in a corner after reefing a load of food out of the cupboard – […]

5 years ago

When these videos started popping up all over our Twitter and Insta feeds earlier this year, we were transported back to those customer service jobs it’s taken us years of therapy to forget. The excruciatingly accurate sketches document the private thoughts of every retail worker ever as their fifth Karen of the day asks to […]

5 years ago

Fall Right Into Place Festival at Claregalway Castle has been underway since yesterday, but there’s still time to make it your weekend destination. For Irish music lovers, this line up is a dream come true. If you’re looking to get the weekend started early there are tickets available for todays show, which kicks off at […]

5 years ago

We’re very excited about this one! There’s nothing handier than a drive-thru coffee spot. We’ve seen them pop up more and more over the last few years and it’s a trend everyone can get on board with. Coffee without having to get out of your pjs? Without having to take your sleeping baby out of […]

5 years ago

The celebrity documentary trend is here to stay, and we’re not complaining. They’re emotional, they’re poignant and they give us the chance to really understand what was going on behind the scenes for some of the worlds most iconic celebs during infamous moments in their careers. For me, the obsession began with the Whitney doc […]

5 years ago