Chef Takashi Miyazaki is heading in a more casual direction. Ichigo Ichie, a kaiseki style Michelin-starred restaurant in Cork has decided to rebrand as a casual bistro in January 2024. Kaiseki style dining is a Japanese tradition of a multi-course meal; there are very few restaurants who serve food in this style in Ireland, so […]

2 years ago

Nothing like a cheese toastie to keep the hanger away while you’re shopping. Huge news if you’re planning to do some of your Christmas shopping at Kildare Village this winter, as there is a new food offering available, and we’d recognise that Simpson-yellow toastie truck anywhere. Griolladh, who have launched to Dublin sandwich fame over […]

2 years ago

An inspired idea for an office Christmas party. This classier ‘booze’ cruise is the perfect way to spend an evening coming up to Christmas, ideal for group bookings and of course any festive parties that you might have coming up in Cork. Popscene and Cork Harbour Cruise have teamed up to bring this incredibly Christmassy […]

2 years ago

Be their guest. Dublin-based restaurant Library Street, which can be found on the Michelin Guide, is coming to Cork for one night only, at none other than the Manor House at Castlemartyr Resort. Chef Patron Kevin Burke of Library Street will takeover the kitchen to bring the exquisite dishes and sharing plates that he is […]

2 years ago

The perfect wholesome silly season activity. With horror movies, pumpkin spice lattes, and fancy-dress parties already becoming a distant memory, Christmas and winter activities are rolling in fast, and with them comes a top ice-skating experience in Ireland’s Rebel county. Alpine Skate Park has officially reopened in Cork as of today, November 3rd, providing one […]

2 years ago

If you just can’t with the cold weather. As winter looms into view, you may be looking for a last-minute getaway to soak up some sunshine away from the dark nights and chilly mornings. But with Christmas on the horizon, you probably don’t want to break the bank with a long-haul flight to the other […]

2 years ago

Your next holiday destination, perhaps? If you’re a real beer enthusiast, and looking for somewhere to enjoy it on the cheap, the best place to head is to Debrecen city in east Hungary, where Europe’s cheapest pints can be found. Well, it turns out the ‘cheapest city for beer’ in Europe is located in east […]

2 years ago

A silver lining of the darker evenings. November has only just begun but already the Christmas and festive experiences are pouring in and booking up. One place putting on an unmissable magical event is Beyond The Trees at Avondale in Wicklow. This treetop experience is going festive for winter, decorating the 40 metre high forest […]

2 years ago

A way to give back this festive season. Christmas time is known for its gift-giving, amongst all the decorations, mince pies, and parties. However for some people, December can be a difficult time, even a lonely one, especially for those with little family or friends around them. If you’re looking to give back during the […]

2 years ago

They book out fast, so don’t be stalling. Spooky season has officially given up the ghost… which leaves nearly two whole months of anticipating the most magical time of year – Christmas. As of today, Mariah Carey has officially defrosted in time for the festivities, and if you’re looking for some fun experiences to get […]

2 years ago

Add this to the long list of things we love to see. Niall Horan, 30, is one of the richest young celebrities in the United Kingdom, according to Heat Magazine’s 2023 Rich List. The former One Direction star, who resides in London, ranked third on the list, which analyses the earnings of celebrities aged 30 and […]

2 years ago

This annual report was released today. The number of assassinations thwarted since 2016 by An Garda Síochána has been revealed in their latest annual report for last year, released on Tuesday, October 31. Gardaí have thwarted 80 attempted assassinations in the last seven years, according to the report. While no further detail was given by Gardaí, the […]

2 years ago

And barely a Barbie or Ken to be seen. It’s that time again – Halloween season is nearing its end, and before we lament its passing for another year, we have to have a look at all the costumes because Irish people are nothing if not creative. While there are some consistent costumes I will […]

2 years ago

Ireland has the most dates of any other country he’s touring in. Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band effectively blew the roof off Ireland after his three-show run in May 2023, and ever since then, fans have already been keeping a keen eye out for when he might return. About two months ago, there were heavy […]

2 years ago

November is off to an unsettling start. Just two weeks after Storm Babet, which closely followed Storm Agnes, the UK Met Office named Storm Ciarán on Sunday October 29th, and it’s on its way to Ireland. Storm Ciarán is set to pass close to the south coast of Ireland on Wednesday November 1st, with Met […]

2 years ago

“They’re not safe for even experienced cyclists.” Transport minister Eamon Ryan has admitted that Irish roads are not safe enough for children walking or cycling to school. Speaking at the Dail this week after it was revealed that road death numbers so far in 2023 have already surpassed 2022’s total, Mr Ryan said change was needed, despite roads being […]

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The actor has been on an acting hiatus for a few years. Born in Germany as the son of an Irish mother, the Killarney-raised Michael Fassbender returns for a project a little closer to home. The 46-year-old is set to star in a new biopic about the Belfast-based rap group Kneecap. The feature film, confirmed […]

2 years ago

Palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy. This is some pretty monumental food news. Recently we wrote an article about all the food we’ve always wanted to eat from TV shows or movies, but somehow we forgot to include songs, and Mom’s Spaghetti would certainly have been pretty damn close to the top of […]

2 years ago

There was also a big increase in those who identify with no religion. The latest census figures have revealed the dwindling control of the Catholic Church in Ireland, with a 10% drop of those identifying with the religion. While still remaining the most common religion in the country, the Central Statistics Office (CSO) report that the number of Irish […]

2 years ago

I think we will all welcome that extra hour in bed. Come Sunday (October 29th), we will gain an extra hour in bed when the clocks go back. While this sounds like more energy, a sleep expert shares that the clocks changing can actually create a number of problems when it comes to falling asleep […]

2 years ago

Who wouldn’t want to live like the Queen of the Upper East Side for a day? I got to experience just a sliver of the Blair Waldorf lifestyle when visiting the Heritage Hotel in Laois. The stunning spot in the midlands is one of the dreamiest hotels in Ireland and would definitely get Ms. Waldorf’s […]

2 years ago

Air fryers are all the rage, but they might not always be the most effective cooking method. They’ve been around a while, but in the last couple of years air fryers have become the trendiest cookware item to have in the kitchen. The Airfryer brand was introduced by Philips in 2010, but the term started […]

2 years ago

Looking for the inside scoop? What is it about American food brands landing in Ireland that just get us so excited? Anytime there’s even a whiff of us getting an In-N-Out (remember when we had it for literally one day – good times), or rumours of the opening of a Wendys (now that I mention […]

2 years ago

“I have a tinge of sadness bidding this farewell.” After 34 years in Carrigstown, Bela Doyle is leaving the Fair City. Doyle, played by Jim Bartley, is bidding farewell to the show after announcing his retirement. Bartley joined the Fair City cast in 1990 – at the height of this nation’s Italia ’90 euphoria – […]

2 years ago

The logistics of the ban are yet to be finalised. The Government are preparing plans to ban mobile phones from school classrooms, according to a new report. The Irish Mirror states that senior Government ministers are eager to combat the excessive use of phones – particularly smartphones – in Irish schools and that Education Minister Norma Foley is working on legislation […]

2 years ago

A huge achievement for such a new space. 18 restaurants have been added to the Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland, two of which were Irish. One was Amy Austin, based in Dublin, while the other was Bramley based in Abbeyleix, County Laois. Bramley is run by husband and wife duo Sam and Emily […]

2 years ago

SJP will be so pleased. Lonely Planet have come out with their best travel destinations for 2024, and Ireland has made it, with Donegal ranking as the 4th best region to visit worldwide. Ireland’s most northern county beat out regions such as Pais Vasco in Spain, Southern Thailand, and Montana in the United States. This […]

2 years ago

Latest reports reveal a further decline in viewership. RTÉ have confirmed that viewing figures for the latest episode of the Late Late Show have dropped once again, marking a worrying trend for the show’s future. Latest figures reported by RTÉ reveal a further decline in viewership since Patrick Kielty first took to the chair as host, […]

2 years ago

Gone but never forgotten. It’s hard to believe we have had three trips around the sun without our favourite dolphin. 2020 was a bad year for many reasons, not the least of which was that’s when Fungie officially went missing on October 17th. Having visited the seaside village mere weeks before this, I count my […]

2 years ago

The country is bracing itself for further flooding following the damage caused by Storm Babet last week. Met Éireann have issued multiple weather warnings around Ireland. A Status Orange rain warning is in place for Waterford, Wexford and Kilkenny until 1am on Tuesday, October 23, while most remaining counties are covered by a Status Yellow rain warning. The Status […]

2 years ago

If you’re eligible, now would be a great time to donate. As of Sunday October 22nd, the Irish Blood Transfusion Service (IBTS) are urgently looking for regular blood donors as their supply level has fallen. They are looking for donors that fall into the RH Negative blood groups specifically, O-, A-, and B-, (although all […]

2 years ago

Bitta education with your weekly Penneys shop. If there’s something that fits with the Irish aesthetic, it’s a significant piece of history being featured in something incredibly modern. Think the Viking ruins which can be viewed beneath a glass floor in a Lidl in the middle of Dublin. Or the fact that a Tesco in […]

2 years ago

This new food craze is my new Roman Empire. If there’s one thing that TikTok is class for (and let’s be honest, there’s more than just one) it’s discovering new food trends and obsessions. It’s where we all first learned of the Gigi Hadid vodka penne (not exactly something she made up, but we appreciate […]

2 years ago

The statue arrives during the week of what would have been Collins’ 133rd birthday. A new Michael Collins statue is officially being unveiled on Friday October 20th at midday. The statue was secured in place yesterday morning at 6am at Grand Parade, welcoming the former Irish revolutionary back to Cork city for the first time […]

2 years ago

Have you ever been? Ireland is a country full of history, and with a lot of history, comes the potential for a lot of ghosts. All over the country there are paranormal hot-spots, locations consistently linked to spiritual activity, whether that be malevolent or not. Betfair Bingo has collated a list of the country’s most […]

2 years ago

Much of Midleton suffered serious flooding as a result of the storm. If you’ve been anywhere near the internet over the last two days, you will no doubt have seen the devastating photos and videos of the extensive damage done by Storm Babet, in Midleton specifically, that have been circulating. Cork bakery The Grumpy Bakers […]

2 years ago

A Samhain feast to remember. Jordan Bailey and Majken Bech-Bailey, the dynamic duo behind 2-Michelin star restaurant Aimsir, are hosting a dining experience like no other in Slane Castle towards the end of October. Aimsir is temporarily closed, but Jordan and Majken haven’t taken their foot off the gas, launching their unique hospitality and events consultancy, […]

2 years ago

We understand the temptation. Spooky season is great craic for many reasons, but it can be a highly stressful time for your dog, and not just because of the constant bang of fireworks the moment that dusk falls. While the temptation to dress your dog up, whether that be to match your own costume, or […]

2 years ago

Talk about fairytale core, am I right? Just a week after noticing a former Donegal Garda station was up for auction on Daft, another has come to our attention, only this time it’s up for sale in Longford. I don’t know about you but it’s giving big where Sleeping Beauty was stowed away from Maleficent […]

2 years ago

The guided price for the property portfolio is over €10 million. Popular British pub chain JD Wetherspoon intends to sell off several of its pubs in Ireland – in counties Cork, Waterford, Galway and Carlow. An Geata Arundel in Arundel Square in Waterford, The Linen Weaver in Paul Street, Cork and The Tullow Gate in Tullow Street, […]

2 years ago

Kilkenny is the only county in Ireland without a Tesco. One of the many things we might take for granted is having a Tesco nearby. I can honestly say it’s never crossed my mind how I’ve always been in close proximity to the supermarket, no matter where I’ve lived, and I assumed this was the […]

2 years ago

Summer holidays felt like they went on forever, but now the weekend goes by in the blink of an eye – here’s why. We’ve all wondered it at some point: why does it feel like time goes faster as you get older and why did the days feel so much longer when you were a kid – […]

2 years ago

If you’re glued to the app like the rest of us, you’re going to want to pop into a few of these. Influencer marketing agency Ubiquitous recently completed a study looking for the top restaurants around the world according to TikTok. The study found that Amy Austin in Dublin, which is Ireland’s number one most […]

2 years ago

The Labour Court previously deemed the 35 age limit as “not appropriate”. The age limit for those hoping to join the gardaí is set to be raised from 35 to 50. Currently the age limit for candidates applying to join the gardaí sits at 35 years old. Anyone applying must be 18 years of age […]

2 years ago

Cork locals, you’re going to want a pizza this. Another one of Dublin’s best restaurants has just opened a location in Cork – none other than Sano Pizza. Just last week we reported that Griolladh, an absolutely class toastie spot with several spots in the capital, were planning to open their first restaurant outside of […]

2 years ago

The story of how Wicklow’s Hollywood influenced America’s Hollywood is wild. If you live in the area, you’ve definitely caught sight of the original Hollywood sign in County Wicklow, but you perhaps don’t know the history behind it. It’s based at the end of the Wicklow gap, and the name derives from the area’s association […]

2 years ago

“Watch this space.” JP McMahon, chef and restauranteur, took to Twitter to announce the news about the future of Aniar. The Galway based restaurant has had a Michelin star since 2012, praised for its “back-to-nature” ethos, championing of ingredients from Ireland’s Atlantic Coast, clever cooking which blends traditional and modern techniques, and delicate, well-balanced dishes. […]

2 years ago

Sounds better than some rented accommodations. There’s a new property on the market and it is none other than the former Bunbeg Garda station in West Donegal. Going for sale via public auction, the advised minimum value of the station sits at €30k, with open viewings taking place on various dates between now and October […]

2 years ago

Collins made headlines earlier this year when he revealed he did not know his ‘exact salary’. Richard Collins – the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for RTÉ – has resigned, according to the broadcaster. On Wednesday afternoon (11 October) RTÉ’s Director General (DG) Kevin Bakhurst informed staff of Collins tendering his resignation, RTÉ News reports. The outlet states that Collins “will work […]

2 years ago

Does a trip somewhere count if you don’t insta-story it? We all know that one of the main reasons why travel anywhere is so we can share our trip on Instagram, not only to show off our exceptional photography skills, but also to spur on pure, unbridled jealousy from strangers and loved ones alike. Ireland is in […]

2 years ago