What exactly is the story with the tickets for nightclubs situation? The introduction of the new guidelines for nightclubs and late night events have led to confusion among vintners and those looking to plan a night out alike. During the week, the government announced that nightclubs must be ticketed, with tickets to be purchased no […]

5 years ago

Forget financially. We’re never going to recover from this full stop. Joe, Jeff, Carole Baskin and all our other favourites are back for an equally insane second instalment of the hit Netflix series. I’m instantly being transported back to season 1 of lockdown, where everyone and their dad was planning their Tiger King halloween costume […]

5 years ago

In the mood for a spook this midterm? Then a visit to Easkey in Sligo could be just the ticket. The village’s iconic scarecrow festival is now underway for the 8th year running, and we can’t wait to feast our eyes on all the crow creepers that pop up this year. So far, we’ve seen […]

5 years ago

These guys have goblins and ghouls of all ages covered with gorge events scheduled this week. If you’re looking for a family friendly Halloween activity in Donegal this midterm break, Nancy’s in Ardara have you covered with this dotey kids quiz. Yourself and any mini brain boxes you have at home can don your best […]

5 years ago

Are you looking to cash in on that sweet, sweet, “one for everyone in the audience” action? Or watch on and laugh as a child on a tractor shuts Ryan Tubridy down with a simple “níl” when he asks them what the craic is? Then listen up. Applications are open now to be in this […]

5 years ago

Jenny Keane, a trained holistic sex educator and sexual wellness coach informed her followers over the weekend that her account was under threat of being revoked. Jenny’s account has over 50,000 followers, and is full of information for anyone with questions around healthy sexual experience. It’s a powerful platform and useful resource for anyone looking […]

5 years ago

To be fair to Sting, he called this years ago. A message in a bottle which may have been cast into the ocean during the 1970s or 80s has been discovered in a Russian port. According to RTÉ, the message in a bottle was put into the Atlantic Ocean by scientists in Galway decades ago, […]

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At this rate, we might as well just keep the party going right through to next Saturday. We’ve had a hard year and it’s what we bloody well deserve. Bray natives know there’s no better spot for a bitta live music than the Harbour Bar. The cosy interiors, gorge drinks selection and general inimitable buzz […]

5 years ago

It doesn’t get much more picturesque than that. If you’re still on the hunt for a great, family friendly event for this spooky season, there’s a Halloween Extravaganza happening on the 31st at The Avon Lakeshore. Throughout the evening there’ll be face painting, magicians and fireworks, and it looks like the perfect family day out. […]

5 years ago

Over the past few months, we’ve seen Biscoff pop up in lattes, on top of ice-cream sundaes, baked into brownies and so much more. But Servd in Westport have just changed the game in a way we didn’t know possible. Biscoff lovers, you may want to be sitting down for this. Behold, Servd Biscoff Pancakes. […]

5 years ago

If you already ploughed your way through season 4 of You within three days of it coming out, you’re not alone. As a matter of fact, Cardi B did the exact same thing. Obviously, Cardi’s a busy woman. She’s a multi-Grammy winner with a rake of number ones, and she’s also got a newborn and […]

5 years ago

Many a Saturday of my youth I spent on the dance mats and trying and failing to knock at least one bowling pin down, and now there’s a whole new reason to visit Bray Bowl. It’s already a solid option for date night and kids parties, and who could ever forget BYO Bowl? (Not sure […]

5 years ago

One for anyone in the mood for a good scare on Halloween weekend. Looking for a Halloween event with a nautical twist? It’s a bit of a specific request but fear not, we’ve found just the thing. Cruiser Boats Ireland are hosting a Ghost Disco Boat party on Saturday 30th of October from 12-1pm. On […]

5 years ago

It’s that time of year. Summer is now nothing more than a far-off fever dream that we’re not sure even actually happened, and we’re itching for our next sneaky weekend break to shake up the monotony of every day life. And if you’re in the mood for a unique weekend getaway with a dreamy pool […]

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Listen, it’s the season for it. We’ll take pumpkin spice aaaaaanything. What started out as a caffeinated drink in little known coffee chain Starbucks has become a cultural phenomenon. Pretty much every cafe you visit has their own variation of the seasonal bev, and it’s so much more than just a drink these days. You […]

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If there’s one thing there can never be too many of, it’s pizza spots. Which is why we’re so buzzed to see Opera in Wicklow Town have launched a stunning new pizza menu showcasing the best of Irish ingredients, with vegetarian and vegan options too. The Wicklow foodie spot just celebrated their first birthday, and […]

5 years ago

It’s two of our greatest loves combined – Halloween and vintage bargains. There’s a huge kilo sale happening to celebrate Halloween on October 30th in Old Soul Vintage, Tramore. If you’ve never been to a kilo sale before, the rules are in the name. Grab a kilos worth of vintage clothes, and it’ll set you […]

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Look, maybe it made us completely despise ourselves, but at some stage in our lives we’ve all uttered those infamous words – “Only in Ireland”. To be fair, there are things that happen on this island that are such a specific brand of bizarre, you’d have to assume they don’t occur elsewhere. Surely not like. […]

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There are a lot of cool Halloween events happening this year, but heading out for a surf while dressed as Lady Gaga is next level. Rebelle Surf, a Strandhill surf group are hosting a Halloween Fancy Dress and Surf event on Sunday October 31st. The Divas for DVAs event is a fundraiser for Domestic Violence […]

5 years ago

Have you always wanted to be in a girl or boyband? This could be your chance. Louis Walsh is on the hunt for talented young singers in Ireland. If you are aged between 16-21 years old, and can sing and perform, he wants to hear from you!  Do you look like a popstar, sound like […]

5 years ago

I can’t tell you how long I’ve been waiting to write this article. How often I’ve expectantly perused Chrishell’s insta, purposefully ignoring any evidence that herself and Jason are actually a couple but still diligently searching for any small indication of a date for the new series. After binging seasons 1 through 3 in the […]

5 years ago

You won’t want to miss this one. The early to mid noughties in Ireland were mostly taken over with Robert Sheehan hysteria. It can’t have just been me. That’s what I tell myself anyway. Teenagers fell in love with him as Nathan in Misfits, then he truly became a household name (and surely contributed to […]

5 years ago

Whether you start decking the halls in early November or would rather just avoid the festive season altogether, the makers of this documentary want to speak to you. Award-winning director Ken Wardrop is creating a new short documentary to shine a light on the impact Christmas has on our lives each year, both positive and […]

5 years ago

If you don’t already know that TG4 is one of the brightest stars in the Irish Twittersphere, it’s time to get to know. They’re always ridiculously on the ball with a cheeky meme or stunning bit of commentary on pop culuture, as gaelige of course. Obviously, yesterday’s government announcement had everyone talking. Twitter, as the […]

5 years ago

Not to state the obvious or anything, but it’s been a rough couple of years. In the depths of the dreary lockdowns of January and February you may have found yourself thinking – “If only Daniel O’Donnell would bring out some new music. Something uptempo with a music video showcasing classic DO’D moves and a […]

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Could be new music, could be a new haircut. Who can really say. As one person guessed on insta – “holy sh*t, did he finally make it to the church?” In fairness, that’d surely be a monumental moment in his career. The Bray native (who earlier this year surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify) took […]

5 years ago

Good news for the little witches and ghouls of Ireland. The government have given the go ahead for trick or treating to return this year, according to the Independent. During his announcement today regarding the easing of current restrictions, Taoiseach Micheál Martin said that children are “not the problem”, and when asked whether children would […]

5 years ago

Somewhere around the Blackstick/Shanliss areas in Ardee, Louth, Ruby the fox became separated from her owners yesterday. If you’re thinking foxes can’t be pets, that’s fair enough. I’m sure you wouldn’t be the only one to feel that way. But a quick peek at this TikTok will show you that Ruby is one domesticated lil […]

5 years ago

We’ve been feeling the results of Brexit in many ways over the past months, but now it’s even coming for our good Christmas gravy. Marks & Spencer has withdrawn the Christmas Food To Order service from its shops in the Republic of Ireland, according to the Irish Times. A spokesperson for M&S confirmed the decision […]

5 years ago

On the 30th and 31st of this month, Marina Market will be turning spooky. It’s already one of our fave spots to head to if we find ourselves in the Real Capital of a weekend – every type of food stall you could imagine, vintage/craft stalls and delish speciality coffee from Guji, sure where else […]

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Eitleog (eh-til-ogue) is the Irish word for kite. It’s also the name for the new festival by Cavan Arts Festival, taking place this October mid-term break. Cavan Arts Festival is bringing the age old traditions of kite making and flying into the modern day with this hybrid event, taking place partly online and partly “on […]

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Can you imagine how much your four legged friend would love to go door to door, collecting treats from all the neighbours? Well now they can feel like they are, with these dotey Halloween themed dog treats from a Galway-based business. https://www.instagram.com/p/CUk6WP6MR2a/ These limited edition “Howl-oween” treats (obsessed) come from Doggos Delite, an Irish company […]

5 years ago

A scarier terrain to navigate than the glass bridge, if you ask me. It’s the highest rating show in Netflix history, and it’s also aglow with bright colours and relatively easy to recreate costumes and games. So naturally, kids want in on the Squid Game action. Obviously, children re-enacting any of the Squid Game challenges […]

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Or adults. Biscuits don’t discriminate. If you’re looking for a creative activity that’s less messy than pumpkin carving with a far more delicious end result, these biscuit kits are the way to go. They come from Irish small business Pompous Pantry, and the love and attention to detail that goes into each kit is insane. […]

5 years ago

If you’ve been looking to get out on the water and explore a historic town from a different perspective, we’ve found the activity for you. Explore Enniskillen in Fermanagh by night on a glow in the dark hydrobike. There’s a sentence I never thought I’d type, but there we go. https://www.instagram.com/p/CUTDBRujz0z/ This tour from Erne […]

5 years ago

It’s one of the biggest weekends in the Irish musical calendar, and we’re delighted it’s going ahead this year. Every October bank holiday weekend, jazz lovers flock to ~the real capital~for this much loved musical event. If you’re planning on making the trip but haven’t decided yet on a gig to go to, fear not. […]

5 years ago

Why do I feel like this pizza is about to call me a langer? If you’re a Cork feen or beoir simply bursting with pride for your county, you need to get your hands on this red and white pizza from Oak Fire. This colourful dish was created to celebrate Deliveroo’s sixth year in Cork, […]

5 years ago

In fairness, it’s the season for it. If you’re trying to figure out your brunch plans for this weekend and in the mood for something with an ~autumnal~ twist, we feel you. Leaves are falling, the blanket scarves are out and the general consensus is that everything tastes better with pumpkin in it. Luckily, Cafe […]

5 years ago

Please spiral downward into a black hole of emotion in an orderly fashion. Adele stans all over the world today are cancelling zoom meetings and closing the curtains so they can sit in a dark room and listen to Easy On Me on a loop. It’s called self care, look it up. Not many artists […]

5 years ago

And before you ask, yes, it has Snake. Ahh, 2002. A simpler time. Where your phone battery lasted for about two weeks and if you were spending €100 to get a screen fixed, it must have been the screen door of your mobile home in Wexford, because your phone one certainly would not be breaking. […]

5 years ago

We’ve got goosebumps. If you’ve ever worked as an actor or in pretty much any aspect of the creative industry, you know how hard it can be to get your foot in the door. Your best option is to make something yourself, often using your own money and resources, and hope it goes viral enough […]

5 years ago

Last updated October 14, 2021 Ahh, good aul mozzarella. Pizza would be nothing without it, that’s a given, but it can actually be used for so much more. There’s no limit for these mild, smooth, creamy parcels of deliciousness. Looking for a bit of inspiration? Here’s a collection of amazing recipes from some of the […]

5 years ago

The perfect event for creative kiddies with a spooky side. Killruddery are challenging you to come together with your family and get creative while making your very own scarecrow for their scarecrow competition. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVAQZFxs23u/ Ahead of next Thursday October 28th, you’re invited to bring your own ready made scarecrow to Killruddery, where your creation could […]

5 years ago

I’d say hook it to my veins, but I’d worry that’s something Joe and Love would take literally. Just as we were gearing ourselves up to frantically binge season 3, it’s been confirmed that Netflix sensation You will return for a fourth instalment. It’s hard to get excited about this while we’re focussing our attention purely on […]

5 years ago

It’s a good day to be a Westlife stan. They’ve been teasing it for the last couple of months, and this morning the foursome officially released their new single. If you spent the late 90s and early noughties blaring their self titled debut album on your disc man, this new release should hit the spot. […]

5 years ago

Sometimes, watching the news can be a traumatic experience. Luckily, Irish Twitter is always close at hand to put a comical spin on things. The details of the 2022 budget were revealed yesterday, with free contraception for women under 25, the €5 increase in welfare payments and half price public transport for young people all […]

5 years ago

This is the kind of good news we need on a Wednesday. Over the past few years, Cians on Bridge Street has solidified its place as one of Westport’s top foodie spots. People travel far and wide for their burgers, donuts and cocktails, and we’re delighted to report there’ll now be another spot to avail […]

5 years ago

Ever since we clocked his mother’s Mayo brogue on the family episode of Love Island, we’ve been petitioning for Toby to return to his homeland. He had possibly one of the most entertaining character arcs in Love Island history, going from villain number one, to aggressive weight lifter, to villa guidance counsellor in a matter […]

5 years ago

Sure in fairness, no publicity is bad publicity. Yesterday afternoon, the trailer dropped for the new Home Alone movie. The remake of the 1990s classic sees a family head off to Tokyo for Christmas leaving one little member behind. Chaos ensues. You know the story. Some are excited for the reboot, others less so. But […]

5 years ago

Good news for anyone currently wasting away in work, dreaming of their next trip away. There’s an Aer Lingus sale on now, so that means you have to book it. It’s just the sensible thing to do. Investing in self care. Striking while the iron’s hot. I know I don’t exactly need to convince you […]

5 years ago