High electricity bills seem to be the latest unsavoury trend for Irish hospitality. Things have gone a little bit bananas when it comes to electricity prices. While it’s something we have been warned about for months, the reality of it is chilling. Hospitality venues countrywide are being notably vocal about the huge bills they […]

4 years ago

A casual return to his old neighbourhood absolutely made one debutant’s night. According to The Independent, Bono made a journey back to his childhood home in Glasnevin on Sunday 4th September where he came across Lucie Dunne, an 18 year old off to her Debs. In a wholesome series of photos it looks as […]

4 years ago

And the best part of it is that it’s all free. As someone who feels like they’re constantly having to buy water when they’re out and about, this is a life saver. It seems that new water bottle refill machines are being rolled out in Irish train stations, as Refill Ireland have posted below. […]

4 years ago

Spread the word! Ever fancied owning a cute food shop in Clonakilty? Well, now you can. Lettercollum Kitchen Project took to Instagram in June to announce that after “18 glorious years in business” the current owners would be taking a step back in September. Now that time has officially come, and they’re on the […]

4 years ago

His daughter spotted it first, saying it was a “ghost ship.” According to The Independent, a father and daughter duo spotted a submarine off the coast of Donegal while out for a walk. Cavan man Ryan Nolan told them that initially his daughter Lena had seen it just above the water, describing it to […]

4 years ago

It’s been celebrity central in Ireland lately. First the stars of Euphoria, then Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry, and now Ms Lindsay Lohan. Given that there was a nationwide search for her lookalike, this one is hardly surprising, but we’re obsessed nonetheless. The Bridge Tavern, based on Bridge Street in Wicklow, were shocked and […]

4 years ago

“It is necessary to ensure our customers a nice and quiet lunch break.” The Tasty Corner have had enough and they’re putting their foot down. The Cobh café took to Facebook to ban students from the premises during lunch hours due to the “continuous misbehaviour of some kids.” In their post The Tasty Corner […]

4 years ago

Did your local establishment make the list? It’s a heavily debated topic in some circles around the country, and for years, groups of friends have fallen out over the simple question; where is the best carvery in the country? Previously known as the Great Carvery of the Year competition, Ireland’s Favourite Roast is one of […]

4 years ago

Our faith in humanity has officially been restored. Rare does a day go by where the phrase “cost-of-living crisis” isn’t heard. Used with the same frequency as the housing crisis at this stage, everything, and we mean everything, has astronomically increased in price (I don’t even have the strength to talk specifics, nor do […]

4 years ago

Customers vented their frustration after their discounted orders were cancelled. On Wednesday, 31st August, Brown Thomas suffered from a serious pricing error, whereby shoes from high-end brands like Vejas and UGG were hugely discounted. Naturally customers jumped on this, purchasing the reduced items; however when Brown Thomas realised the error, they made a statement […]

4 years ago

According to Tripadvisor. Coffee Friend has put together a list of the top coffee spots to check out if spending a weekend in Belfast. In a city with such a wealth of food spots and cafés, it can be overwhelming deciding where to get your cup of joe. But this list, put together from […]

4 years ago

Highlighting some of Ireland’s top hiding locations. One of the best things about shopping for books second hand is the possibility of finding gems like this. Declan Cashin (@Tweet_Dec) agrees, posting a picture of a second-hand copy of thriller Gone Girl with a very personal inscription. Dated 15th July 2014, friend Lucy appeared to […]

4 years ago

Wondering where the best spots to eat and drink are in Munster? The Irish Restaurant Awards season continues, with the Munster edition taking place in Radisson Blu Little Island, Cork last night. We’ve already covered the winners from the Leinster and Ulster edition of these awards, and now it is Munster’s turn. Michelin-starred restaurant […]

4 years ago

“It just got worse and worse and worse.” There seems to be a never-ending trail of scams and hack attempts; sadly the people behind it are getting better at making them look real. Niall Fitzmaurice (@nfitzm) fell victim of one such scam, and has shared his AIB fraud story on Twitter, with the hopes […]

4 years ago

Be still, my beating heart. As someone who grew up during the time when mega franchises Lord of the Rings and Pirates of the Caribbean were hitting our screens, one could say I used to (yes, used to) have an unhealthy obsession with a one Mr Orlando Bloom. To the point that I received birthday cards […]

4 years ago

“How in the name of God is this possible?” Poppyfields Café were in for a shock when they received their electricity bill, spanning for just over two months from the 8th June to the 19th August 2022. A small café in Westmeath, they in no way expected their electricity bill for 73 days to […]

4 years ago

Back to school is an exciting time, but it’s important to stay safe. It’s officially back to school season, a time met with equal measures of excitement and dread. I think we can all remember being forced into our school uniform and having to get countless pictures with our siblings ahead of a new […]

4 years ago

Donegal set to say goodbye to this much loved plant-based café. Wholegreen siopa in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal has been an institution for its locals. The plant-based café and shop makes all its food daily on the premises using only high quality seasonal ingredients, and it’s known as a spot to stop in for some […]

4 years ago

“We have decided to hibernate Loam for the winter.” Sad news for Galway locals. Michelin star restaurant Loam have made the early decision to close for the autumn and winter months. In a long Instagram post they stated that: “Facing such uncertainty this Winter and after much deliberation we have decided to close Loam […]

4 years ago

The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner… It’s time to get psyched for spooky season, otherwise known as Halloween. Autumn is by the far the most superior season (argue with the wall, I’ll never change my mind on this); there’s the return of pumpkin spice lattes, sweater weather, and […]

4 years ago

They overtook the previous record from October 2019. The number of homeless people in Ireland in July was 10,568, a new record high for the State. This is an increase on June’s figure of 10,492, as well as the previous record for the country of 10,514 in October 2019. According to data released on the Government […]

4 years ago

There are currently 2.5 million people working in Ireland. Ireland’s employment level is currently at 73.5% in new date released from the Central Statistic Office (CSO). According to The Labour Force Survey Quarter 2 2022, the employment rate for people between 15-64 is up 68.6% on the same quarter last year. That same survey states […]

4 years ago

It’s not all good news, however. The cost of taxis is set to rise as well. New legislation coming into effect next week means that all taxis must provide a cashless method of payment. As of the 1st September, taxis must accept credit and debit card payment for journeys, as well as cash. The […]

4 years ago

Bumble discovers how the cost of living crisis in Ireland affects dating. The cost of living crisis and hyperinflation have taken their toll this year; like the housing crisis before it, it’s essentially all anyone talks about. It affects all aspects of life, so it’s no surprise that it also affects how Irish people […]

4 years ago

Irish professionals living out their dream career is a rare phenomenon, unfortunately. In a study done by Allianz Insurance and The Journal, it was shown that only 30% of Irish people are in their dream job. Over 10% of people reported that they wanted to be a teacher when they grew up. 8.3% wanted […]

4 years ago

The population has grown by 88,000 in the last year, the biggest yearly increase in Ireland in 14 years. Studies from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show that Ireland’s population has seen its biggest increase in a single year since 2008. At the end of April the population rested at 5.1 million, meaning it […]

4 years ago

Heading north for a staycay? Check out the best restaurants on offer in Ulster. It’s awards season in Ireland where hospitality is concerned. On Monday the Bar of the Year Awards were held, and just last night so were the Irish Restaurant Awards for Ulster. Last week Leinster’s best restaurants were revealed, now it’s […]

4 years ago

Have you had a drink at any of these spots? In the face of heated competition from 500 entries, Dublin venue Bar 1661 has been crowned Ireland’s Bar of the Year for 2022. Now in its 17th year, the Bar of the Year Awards took place on Monday (22 August) to recognise “the excellent bars, knowledgeable staff […]

4 years ago

The Glenpark Estate resident went missing on Sunday afternoon. A wallaby, that goes by the name Winnie, is still missing after escaping from Glenpark Estate in Tyrone on Sunday afternoon. According to The Journal: “Two of the small, Kangaroo-like animals arrived at the estate in Omagh on Sunday. One jumped over a fence and […]

4 years ago

We’ve got a fair few suggestions, including a twin duo, a political party leader, and a former contestant… News spread this morning that Laura Whitmore had officially stepped down from the Love Island hosting podium, citing “the format, including flying back and forth to South Africa” as one of the main reasons for her […]

4 years ago

Following a string of incidents whereby staff members have suffered abuse from customers, Rye River Café are putting their foot down. Things have been difficult for this Kildare café as of late. After only posting earlier in the month about staff shortages due to holidays and sick leave, Rye River Café in Kilcock have […]

4 years ago

Drinks Ireland recently released some facts about wine-drinking in Ireland. In a new study done by Drinks Ireland, they discovered some Irish wine facts, including that it was Ireland’s second favourite beverage. It comes as a runner-up to beer, which shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone. Despite this, their study showed that wine […]

4 years ago

No road trip is complete without a cheeky stop off here and there. Doing a Galway to Dublin road trip soon, or find it’s something you have to do on the regular? Well thanks to Pól Ó Conghaile (@poloconghaile), travel editor for the Irish Independent, and the question he posed on Twitter, we have […]

4 years ago

Through their Plate 4 Plate scheme. What an incredible accomplishment for the Mexican restaurant chain. Zambrero has just hit a huge milestone with their Plate 4 Plate scheme whereby they have officially donated 60 million meals. They took to Instagram to share the news with their followers and customers, saying: “We’ve passed our 60million […]

4 years ago

Yes, I’m aware it’s August. Before you start, I know we’re still technically in summer (well I’m actually one of those people who believes that Autumn has begun, but that’s an argument for another day) and we’re still having relatively good weather. But with the announcement of the Late Late Toy Show 2022 date, […]

4 years ago

If you suspect your dog has parvovirus, bring them into your vet ASAP. This summer has seen confirmed cases of parvovirus in Ireland, a viral infection which affects canines. This virus can be extremely contagious and fatal if it goes untreated, so it’s good for dog owners to be aware of it and its […]

4 years ago

If you’re wondering where you should say “I do” In a study done by luxury jewellers Austen & Blake, every county in Ireland was ranked for how perfect it was for that special wedding day. They judged it using a number of factors, including number of venue and catering options, florists, Instagram geo-tags, hotels, […]

4 years ago

Congratulations to all the winners. The Leinster edition of the Irish Restaurant Awards 2022 took place at The Knightsbrook Hotel in Meath. There were tons of winners across the board; you can check out some of the most exciting categories below (and add these spots to your list of places to try). Best Restaurants […]

4 years ago

Wild Isles is set to air on BBC One soon. Legendary documentarian David Attenborough is bringing his trademark love of nature to Ireland in a new series for the BBC. The 96-year-old will present Wild Isles, a new five-part series for BBC One and iPlayer focusing on the wildlife of Ireland and Britain. “In […]

4 years ago

“There needs to be, to a certain extent, a moratorium drawn on this now by the authorities and the Gardaí.” Leslie O’Hora has called for a “moratorium”, or a temporary ban, on stag and hen parties in Ireland. The call for the ban follows the death of Paul ‘Babs’ Connolly in Westmeath over the weekend, who […]

4 years ago

The ideal bevvy for a stroll on the seafront. Years after first arriving in Ireland, the bubble tea trend continues to go from strength to strength. Bray recently became home to Chill Cup Bubble Tea, which you can find on the Main Street and opened for business on Monday the 1st August. Chill Cup […]

4 years ago

The fashion event of the summer is finally here. Following months of anticipation, it’s finally here. The new uniform for An Garda Síochána is operational from Monday (15 August). The House of Garda revealed the new-look uniform in February, with the new threads being rolled out across selected stations over the country over the past few […]

4 years ago

Cue “But it’s only August” comments…. While I agree it’s maybe a wee bit early to be discussing Christmas (sure Halloween hasn’t even happened yet), these things take months to plan. And the Late Late Toy Show 2022 is no exception. Host Ryan Tubridy officially announced today that applications are open for this year’s […]

4 years ago

Geraldine Mullan began her “Field of Hope” to remember her family. Two years ago, Geraldine Mullan tragically lost her husband and two children when their car went off the road and into Lough Foyle. The tragedy inspired Mullan to create something to remember her family by; a sunflower field in Donegal. According to RTÉ […]

4 years ago

Looking for some sweet scenes? While international travel is huge this year (just ask anyone in the queues at Dublin Airport) two summers of staycationing have proved that you can still get an instagrammable trip right here in Ireland. Wondering which road trips will do the most for your Instagram feed? Chill Insurance has […]

4 years ago

One county recorded a decline of over 30%, while another just 1.4%. The amount of pubs in Ireland has decreased by a considerable amount in the past couple of decades, per a new study carried out by the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI). According to the report, there are now 1,829 less pubs […]

4 years ago

Reasonably priced food, and sustainable as well. If you’re passing Dundrum in County Down anytime soon, you won’t go wrong wandering into Scopers for some grub. This hot food bar launched in late July by chef Paul Cunningham, who appeared on Great British Menu 2021 as one of four chefs representing Northern Ireland. His […]

4 years ago

With over 30 draught taps, it’s a hipster’s dream. Brewdog is a multinational brewery and pub chain, set up in London as well as Dublin. Now they’re taking to Washington Street in Cork, and officially opening today Friday, 22nd July. Brewdog are certainly making a big deal of the occasion; the first 100 people […]

4 years ago

Hospital charges for under 16s will also be abolished. Last October Minister Stephen Donnelly secured free contraception for women aged between 17 and 25 in the 2022 Budget. The time to implement it is nearly here; hospital charges for under 16s, as well as contraception charges for women in the above age bracket will […]

4 years ago

“I know you have been badly let down, particularly by a housing system characterised by unaffordable homes and extortionate rents.” While travelling Australia, Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald had a message for any Irish people living there who want to come home. In a candid speech she acknowledged how particularly young Irish people […]

4 years ago