No.76 is working on becoming its best self. After 5 weeks in business, new Cork spot No.76 are closing in order to make “enhancements” to their bar, with the goal to make the bar/restaurant an “even more beautiful experience.” The bar wanted to open for the busy Christmas period, as well as stagger out […]

1 year ago

The number has increased from the 77 reported in 2022. There was a 19% increase in enforcement orders served on food businesses in 2023 compared to 2022, jumping up from 77 to 92. According to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) 76 closure orders, three improvement orders and 13 prohibition orders were served on […]

2 years ago

You don’t want him calling you an idiot sandwich, do you? Like him or loathe him, there’s no doubting the credentials of Gordon Ramsay and, when he talks about the restaurant industry, we should listen. The decorated chef and very angry man, who has been awarded 17 Michelin stars throughout his career, has now given us a […]

2 years ago

We all knew it was coming, but that doesn’t make it any less disappointing. Paul Mescal, Saoirse Ronan, Cillian Murphy – now Barry Keoghan is another name in the long history of British people claiming Irish actors as their own. Irish fans have been piling on to the British magazine GQ after the publication claimed that the Saltburn star […]

2 years ago

There’s your 2024 summer hols planned for you now. Waterford has been getting heaps of praise as of late. Last month it was named Ireland’s most Christmassy county, largely down to the annual Winterval festival, and the month before it joined Wexford on a Condé Nast Traveller list of Best Places in the UK and […]

2 years ago

“There is nothing to do.” Dubai is one of the world’s most lusted after holiday spots, but it has also recently been crowned one of the most overrated tourist locations. Although it is beloved by influencers and ex-Love Islanders, Dubai came out on top of a poll of what locations Redditors think is the most overhyped. Home […]

2 years ago

Definitely not what you need in January. While Christmas now feels like a distant fever dream, many are attempting to start the new year with big ambitions. The gyms are packed to the rafters, spinning classes are fully booked for weeks, and everybody’s Googling how to get shredded in six weeks. With that in mind, […]

2 years ago

There was an 105.2% increase on grants permitted. It will come as no surprise to the young people in this country that last year saw the largest amount of people emigrating to Australia – most of us could have deduced this by our dwindling friend groups, and Instagram showcasing the location tag Melbourne more often […]

2 years ago

Close to half off all vehicles that had their NCT in 2023 failed. A report by the Irish Independent on Wednesday, January 3, showed that a total of 1.5 million vehicles took part in the National Car Testing service last year, with 747,820 not passing the full test. The NCT service has also revealed which test centres rank […]

2 years ago

If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Transport For Ireland (TFI) have issued an urgent warning for commuters over a scam surrounding the Leap Card. Commuters have been warned not to interact with a scam social media page “attempting to sell Leap cards” online. The page in question told users they […]

2 years ago

It’s prime umbrella breaking weather. Met Éireann have issued three new weather warnings over the next three days as Ireland continues to be battered by rain and wind coming into the New Year. Storm Gerrit caused havoc throughout the country after Christmas and there seems to be no let up as we enter 2024. According to […]

2 years ago

We’ll spare you the “Exercise more” and “Drink water” entries for obvious reasons. While once a popular part of beginning a new year, resolutions have had a bit of a bad rap as of late. In a world where we reside firmly within the clutches of the wellness industry, it’s no longer enough to wait […]

2 years ago

It will only set you back about €10mill. Look, we’ve all been there. We have all partaken in a little light torture which comes in the form of setting the Daft price limit to the max, and seeing what is available to purchase, if not by us, then probably some filthy rich American who is […]

2 years ago

Lazy… or genius? A man has divided the internet for serving the Christmas dinner he prepared for his family on foil oven trays. According to the Daily Mail, the images were posted on social media by the man’s wife in 2021 – who said that the husband and father tried out the hack the previous year to avoid […]

2 years ago

Hugh Jackman posted a tribute to the late chef on Instagram. Bill Granger, known as the “King of Breakfast” for his simple but effective breakfast recipes, has died at the age of 54. The chef and restauranteur has long been heralded as the inventor of millenial favourite, avocado toast. He passed away peacefully in a […]

2 years ago

Always err on the side of caution. Met Éireann has issued a warning to those taking part in Christmas swims this year as “potentially dangerous sea conditions” are set for along the Atlantic coast. While any hopes of a white one look dashed at this point, it does look like it’s going to be a windy […]

2 years ago

It’s been a weird and wonderful year for stories. We’re coming to the end of another news filled year, and before we enter 2024, and see all that is in store for us there, we decided to take a little look-back at the stories that most caught your attention in 2023. There’s a little mixture […]

2 years ago

“The rumours are true…” We love to see a bit of good news with regards to hospitality, particularly nightlife, and this is good news indeed. Iconic Galway nightclub Electric, who shut down just over two years ago, are seemingly going to make a comeback in 2024. The venue was multi-purpose, with an arcade bar, rooftop […]

2 years ago

It was the first time they had been together since 2019. Christmas is just under a week away and we are so ready to switch off and spend time with those who matter most. The holidays are all about being with the people who genuinely love and care about you, whether that’s your blended family, […]

2 years ago

It’s officially in; our hot takes on Christmas traditions, what can stay, and what we wish went years ago… Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, and it comes with a whole host of its own traditions, some of which we love, others… not so much. Having enjoyed almost three decades of festivities, […]

2 years ago

This feels very 2020. It’s hard to believe this will be our fourth Christmas where Covid is a possible reality for many of us, but there we are. It’s not quite the threat it was back in 2020, but there are still some rules and restrictions in place to ensure you don’t pass it along […]

2 years ago

Contrary to popular belief, there is nothing wrong with getting a voucher instead of a physical gift. For better or worse, we are a species who procrastinate. The more important and timely something is, the more likely we will put it off until the day before. While it can be easy to just get through […]

2 years ago

If you’re in need of more brussel sprouts, check the opening hours for the shop first. Every year, supermarket doors close on Christmas Day and work shorter hours around then to allow their staff to take very well-deserved breaks from the chaos of the Christmas season. So, whether you need to grab something last minute […]

2 years ago

If you haven’t dipped your toes into this trendy activity already, this might just persuade you. If you’re thinking about implementing any new traditions this year, like heading for a swim into the Irish sea or the Atlantic, here’s what you need to know. Robyn Hatton, Bikini Competitor and Online Wellness Coach has explained why making […]

2 years ago

“I’m not much of a crier, but I did.” Ryan Tubridy has opened up about his shocking RTÉ exit and the ensuing saga in a recent podcast interview. Speaking on the Doireann and Friends podcast with his former colleague Doireann Garrihy, the ex Late Late Show host said that he “run out of juice” leading up to […]

2 years ago

“Through this they hope to do Christy proud.” Irish rock band Aslan have made a statement announcing they intend for the band to continue following the death of Christy Dignam in June. Aslan won’t perform at the Christy Dignam tribute concert, which is set to take place in Dublin in May of next year, but […]

2 years ago

A serious flex – bualadh bos Waterford Huge news for Waterford, as they have been awarded the title of European City of Christmas 2024. According to Waterford Council News, the International Jury of the European Capital and City of Christmas 2024 competition unanimously voted for this Munster county. Waterford taking home this award is largely […]

2 years ago

Deep breaths, deep breaths. Condé Nast, a prestigious travel media site, have made a bit of a blunder by including the Wild Atlantic Way on a list of the top 10 UK road-trips to embark on. The mistake was immediately obvious as the social post on Instagram promoting the article featured a photo of Dunquin, […]

2 years ago

Is there a better winter warmer than hot chocolate? While there are many things to lament now that the weather has gotten considerably chillier – bad road conditions, inside out brollies you’ve only had a wet week (literally), choosing between layering in three hoodies or turning on that oh so expensive heat – one of […]

2 years ago

This offer is for a very limited time. Circle K has announced details of a new flash fuel discount its implementing nationwide to celebrate Christmas. From 1pm to 4pm on Thursday (14 December), the price of its premium miles and milesPLUS fuel will be reduced by 20c a litre at participating service stations across the island of Ireland, […]

2 years ago

We were sweating there for a while. The question on everyone’s lips at this point in time, 12 days out from Christmas Day, is whether Santa will be able to enter Irish airspace – naturally. This is clearly something on the minds of our country’s leaders as well, with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar taking some time […]

2 years ago

Mattresses, bedding materials, and personal hygiene items were all found. A total of 10 businesses were served closure orders according to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland in November. This included food businesses in Kerry, Dublin, Kilkenny, Cork, Louth, Sligo, Tipperary, Meath, and two in Limerick. The reasons for the closures ranged from inadequate pest […]

2 years ago

“There’s plenty more to come.” A school in Northern Ireland has gone viral for its “brilliant” cover of the Pogues’ classic Christmas single ‘Fairytale of New York’. Holy Trinity College in Cookstown released its students’ rendition of the song last Wednesday (6 December), the same week as the funeral for Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan. In a caption accompanying the video, the secondary […]

2 years ago

Jack Frost may be settling in for December 25th. Met Éireann‘s weather predictions for Ireland have suggested that a White Christmas may be in store for some. Over the last few weeks, Ireland has experienced a wave of unsettled weather conditions, including two back-to-back storms over the weekend and a localised tornado in Leitrim. While […]

2 years ago

“What is a barter account?” These days if we ever have a drop in brain function for even a millisecond, we’re straight onto Google to fill in the gaps. While it has wholly changed the way we think, work, act, and feel on a day-to-day basis, the search engine also tells us a lot about ourselves and […]

2 years ago

Rest in peace Frank. Former presenter of the popular Irish kids show Bosco, Frank Twomey, has died from a short illness, his family have confirmed. The Cork-born presenter was a man of many talents over is long career – a comedian, television personality and theatre producer. He was, however, best known for his presenting role alongside […]

2 years ago

Huge win for Ireland and the lads. Three Irish actors are up for Golden Globes in the ‘Best Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama’ category. The awards, which take place next month, will see Barry Keoghan, Cillian Murphy, and Andrew Scott all go head-to-head in the same category. Keoghan is nominated for his […]

2 years ago

A must-try for those of us whose love language is going for a coffee and a pastry. The most popular bakeries in Ireland have been revealed, with fifteen across the country getting a shoutout. Pulled together by Betway, the betting website used the number of hashtags and views each place has racked up on Instagram, […]

2 years ago

Something to get the heat back into your bones post-swim. If you’re daring enough to brave the Irish sea on the 25th, you may want to make your way to Greystones beach. The Fat Fox are planning to open for two hours on Christmas morning, between 9am and 11am, ready with coffees and other treats […]

2 years ago

One of the few pros of lockdowns. Great news as the Office of Public Works (OPW) have confirmed the return of their Winter Solstice livestream from inside the passage tomb at Newgrange for 2023. During the sunrise on the shortest day of the year (Dec 21), for a duration of 17 minutes, direct sunlight penetrates […]

2 years ago

Forget the June wedding, these locations look their best over Christmas. Save My Day has compiled Ireland’s very best wedding venues, and this time they’re focusing on where looks best over the Christmas season. There’s something inherently magical about a castle during the colder months that may suits some couples more than the traditional summer […]

2 years ago

Manifesting those hot festival days while in the throes of winter. Look, we might be in pre-Christmas mode, but all the festivals are officially announcing their summer line-ups, and it’s making us beyond excited for Festival Girl Summer. Beyond the Pale is officially returning to Glendalough Estate in Wicklow between June 21st and June 23rd, […]

2 years ago

“Fly higher than any mountain our Hero.” Tributes are pouring in for an Irish man who died this week while attempting to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania for his 40th birthday. James O’Connor, a chef at Cork’s famous restaurant Tonys Bistro and father-of-three, is reported to have suffered a heart attack just a few hundred feet from […]

2 years ago

“Nothing to see here.” Tommy Bowe was put through the ringer on Ireland AM on Wednesday morning after an X-rated segment was presented on the show. The former Ireland rugby international was alongside his co-host Muireann O’Connell as they brought on sex educator Jenny Keane to show off some adult Christmas presents. Keane, owner of Oh Moment, which […]

2 years ago

A lot has changed in 33 years. Christmas is just around the corner and if you’re anything like me you can’t wait to finally stick on Home Alone. You’ve already watched Jingle All The Way, Ross Kemp’s Christmas Carol, and Scrooged, but you’re anxiously awaiting a date a little sooner to the 25th to stick […]

2 years ago

Removing some of the stress of flying. Anyone who has the luxury of flying regularly knows that one of the less pleasant parts of air travel is the journey through the airport beforehand. The heart-stopping moment of weighing your bag before check-in, the stomping through the throng of others travelling, and worst of all, the […]

2 years ago

If you’re a regular commuter, these new changes could be music to your ears. From Sunday, December 10th, Irish Rail are improving their services by expanding schedules and introducing new train services. Additional services have been introduced in a new timetable for stations in Cork, Carlow, Westport, Portlaoise, Mallow, and Drogheda. You can find all […]

2 years ago

They only need 3,474 Christmas jumper-clad participants, no biggie. If you’ve got a Christmas jumper, and you live not far from Marina Market in Cork, they need your help to break a Guinness World Record. In what, you might ask? Well, the most people wearing Christmas jumpers in one place at one time of course […]

2 years ago

The pub will be open on Christmas Day. Charlie’s Bar, the Irish pub behind the viral Christmas ad highlighting the loneliness of older people during the holidays have launched a fundraiser for the charity Age NI. The Enniskillen pub posted their take on a festive ad last week, gaining a huge reaction from viewers across the world, and leaving […]

2 years ago

There are over 2,000 lots up for grabs. An online auction consisting of film props and historic homeware is set to go live on Tuesday December 5th. Aidan Foley Auctions is hosting the bidding event, with the lots currently residing at 60 Prussia Street in Stoneybatter, Dublin. In-person viewings in Dublin took place over […]

2 years ago