Fancy bringing the electricity of Aviva Stadium to your own front room? Here’s how… Let’s face it: on match day, there’s no better place to be than right in the centre of the action at Aviva Stadium. While we may not be able to make it to the home of Irish rugby, we can bring […]

4 years ago

Sligo is an under-rated staycation spot, and here are the reasons why you need to go! If you’re into good food, fresh Atlantic air and cosy pub snugs – Sligo needs to be on your staycation list! There is so much to do and see in Sligo; from learning to surf in Strandhill on some […]

4 years ago

If you’ve ever been at The Cork Jazz weekend you’ll know that there is recovery time involved… The Cork Jazz is a WILD weekend and by god have we missed it. This weekend The Jazz was welcomed back with open arms by the Rebels and blow-ins (like my good self) alike. We all know that a good […]

4 years ago

The much anticipated removal of the US travel ban was confirmed last night by The White House After more than 18 months, the United States borders will re-open to fully vaccinated European travellers on November 8th. The Assistant Press Secretary of the White House, Kevin Munoz took to Twitter to confirm the re-opening of land […]

4 years ago

This popular foodie spot in Westport is back again with one of its more experimental toasties, and we’re excited. Mixing meals isn’t exactly new – left over pizza is a respectable breakfast in my books, and a big dirty fry for dinner is the absolute cure on occasion.. But once again, the team at This […]

4 years ago

Set yourself a new challenge this October, raising money for a very worthy cause at the same time! October is a great time of year to get back out and get active before the evenings start to get a little darker. After a glorious summer, why not stay active and set yourself a new challenge […]

4 years ago

The change in the weather this week has been real. We’ve been rooting out our wooly hats, reaching for the fluffy throws while watching TV and slowly making the change from short to long pjs. It’s official: hibernation season is upon us. Time to cancel plans and spend weekends preparing warming winter stews, the full […]

4 years ago

With its central location, warm welcome and reasonable prices, Thyme is a real hit with locals and tourists alike. I’ve got a text! It’s John Coffey, owner-chef of Thyme Restaurant Athlone sliding into my DMs with the juicy details of tonight’s dinner menu. Now, this is my idea of foreplay.  However, despite dreaming about the […]

4 years ago

We’re planning a few staycations for this autumn, and if you’re the same – why not add Limerick to the list? If you’ve got a staycation booked in Limerick, but aren’t really sure where to go or what to do, we’ve got you covered! From delicious food markets to the best spots for pints and […]

4 years ago

We’ve got the scoop on how you can win some amazing prizes on your next staycation… Are you still hoping to fit in one or two more staycations before the end of the summer? So are we! The nation fully embraced Ireland as a holiday destination this year, and there are plenty of hidden gems around […]

4 years ago

If you were thinking about heading to Passage East to hop on the car ferry, you might want to make alternative arrangements… A ‘Sailing Update’ was announced on Facebook late yesterday evening. The Passage East Ferry Company ferry service usually operates a regular and daily passage across the River Suir linking the small villages of […]

4 years ago

We all love a bubble bath, especially at the weekend and we think you’ll enjoy this one! Every time I think of a bath the Sesame Street song plays over and over in my head, Ernie singing – “Rubber duckie you’re the one, You make bath time lots of fun”. Anyone else? No? Potentially showing my […]

4 years ago

With some of the most unique and scenic views on the entire island, a meal in this Picnic Pod needs to be on your bucket list Located in West Clare, on the edge of the Cliffs of Moher, Guerin’s Path leads to one of the highest viewing points of Ireland’s most famous cliff edge. We can vouch […]

4 years ago

If we didn’t already love a Millennial Pink, well we definitely do now! We previously mentioned the cutest little trailer in Wexford, it’s called The Milk Van. This is a great spot if you’re heading to the beach; it’s located on the Cahore Cliff Walk in Wexford. They’re open on Mondays and Tuesdays from 12pm […]

4 years ago

We were really shook to the core with the revelation that the iconic Willy Wonka was made 50 years ago… We wouldn’t dream of flicking on last year’s I’m A Celeb, but it got us thinking about what other iconic movies are turning a couple of decades old – that we’d be happy to sit […]

4 years ago

Yes, you read the headline right.. A Kinder Bueno pork sausage… We’ve heard of Kinder Bueno ice cream, Kinder Bueno cheesecake and Kinder Bueno Croissants. But this is a first! We love sausages. We love Kinder Buenos. The combination is intriguing but also slightly distressing. Sweet. Savoury. Chocolatey. With a slight wafer crunch perhaps? However, […]

4 years ago

Well, isn’t this the type of content we all need on a rainy Friday morning! They say when you love your job, it doesn’t feel like work at all. It’s evident that Garda David Fitzgerald absolutely loves his job! We all know at this stage, that the guards love a little boogie here and there […]

4 years ago

This video was everything we needed this Monday, it definitely brought us joy! If you haven’t heard of Influencers in the Wild – it’s a must follow!! Throughout lockdowns and working from home, it’s been one of those pages that just keeps giving and giving and giving. The content is absolutely hilarious. Okay quick run […]

4 years ago

This weather is un-bloody-believable! If only we had some garden furniture… Well, if you’ve been looking for an outdoor dining set and haven’t managed to pick on up, this could be just the thing you need. The set includes chairs, a tempered glass top table and a parasol – it’s the perfect set up for […]

4 years ago

The Leaving Cert Weather arrived a month late, but we’re loving it! The good news continues, as Met Éireann have predicted that this good weather is set to last until at least Friday. High temperatures of between 24 to 29 degrees are predicted right through to Friday, with a small bit of cloud and some […]

4 years ago

The vaccination rollout continues as 18- 24 year olds are invited to register online. Last week, the portal opened inviting 25 – 29 year olds to register. As of today, people aged between 18 – 24 who would like to opt for the AstraZeneca vaccine can also register online. You can register online via this […]

4 years ago

Okay so we might not be able to promise the ‘tropical’ part in terms of the weather – but we can guarantee the brunch bit! We all know Galway. We all love Galway. We all have a story or five about shenanigans in Galway. Why not make this spot a part of your summer stay-cay story? […]

4 years ago

Here at Lovin, we are massive coffee fans. We also love biscuits. And ice-cream. So you can only imagine that we absolutely love all of these delicious things combined! 2210 Patisserie are very well-known for their amazing cakes and delicious postal deliveries. Since restrictions have lifted, Una and her team have re-opened the cafe where […]

4 years ago

At Lovin, we love a snazzy cocktail. We also love a snazzy cocktail on our staycation. Are you the same? Say no more, we’ve got you covered this weekend! If you find yourself in The Déise this weekend you need to check out this piece of mixologist perfection! This tropical coloured and (expertly) multi-layered drink […]

4 years ago

We’ve all missed festivals and live gigs; there’s nothing like the a bit of music, a boogie and (hopefully) a bit of sun! Throughout the month of August, the INEC in Killarney will be hosting a number of “Inside Out” gigs. These gigs open air live gigs will kick off on the 1st of August, […]

4 years ago

I’m a big advocate of supporting small, and supporting local. I also love clothes. Sometimes it’s hard not to free-fall into fast-fashion. If you’re the same, I’m here to help. We all love a slogan tee, and we all love supporting small Irish businesses. So here are four slow-fashion businesses with cracker products you’ll want […]

4 years ago

If you’ve been to Strandhill in Sligo, you will have undoubtedly found yourself in Shell’s Cafe for a cuppa! This much loved Sligo cafe usually share pics of their amazzzzzing and delicious treats and lunches – if you haven’t popped in, add them to your staycation foodie list! Although this piece content went slightly off […]

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The Minister for Health announced the next step to the vaccination process this morning. As the vaccination process continues to roll out across various age groups, 25 – 29 year olds will be invited to register online for their vaccination from tomorrow Friday 16th of July. The Minister’s tweet also reminded the public that those […]

4 years ago

Do you have a foodie kid on your hands, who wants to learn more (and do more) in the kitchen? This course could be the perfect weekend activity. Well, this Michelin Star chef is coming to your rescue. JP Mc Mahon will be hosting online cookery courses for kids in November – his summer courses […]

4 years ago

Anyone turning thirty this year? Or already a year or five in? Thirty is one of those ‘milestone’ ages. Turning thirty can undoubtedly be daunting; feeling like you should / have to have your sh*t together, you’re comparing where you are in life to others you went to school or college with, you’re not exactly […]

4 years ago

I scream. You scream. Nicole and Stephen scream for ice-cream! If you’re visiting or located in and around Cahore in Co. Wexford, and your name is Nicole or Stephen – it’s your lucky week!! You can get yourself a delicious ice-cream or coffee FOR FREE! This isn’t just any ice-cream though, you’ll be able to […]

4 years ago

Minister Stephen Donnolly announced that as of next week, there will be “two tracks” for getting 18 – 34 year olds vaccinated. Speaking this morning on RTÉ’s Morning Ireland radio programme, the Minister of Health announced that approximately 750 community pharmacies around the country have been given the green light to offer the Covid-19 vaccine […]

4 years ago

Didn’t get a restaurant booking for tonight? If you missed out on a booking and are at home this evening, don’t fret! From comedies, to musical numbers and classic dramas – there’s plenty on tv tonight to keep you occupied. 13 Going on 30 – Comedy Central, 6pm On her 13th birthday, Jenna Rink wishes over […]

4 years ago

There’s nothing like a good movie to take your mind off the dreaded Sunday night fear Plenty of bits on the box tonight, you’re bound to find something you’re into. Sing – ITV 2, 5.35pm Buster Moon is a hustling koala who needs to think quickly in order to save his family’s beloved, once-fame theatre. […]

4 years ago

Don’t we all just love a good music festival? Yes, yes we do. Well you’ll all be glad to know that after a two-year hiatus, Sea Sessions is on track to be back in the full swing of things this time next year. I know, I know we’ve to wait a fullllll year a year […]

4 years ago

We’ve all been touched by cancer in some shape or form… This new Irish clothing company wants to give cancer the two fingers! The concept behind Take Two is aptly twofold; one capturing the anger that many people feel when it comes to a cancer diagnosis as depicted in their artwork. Secondly, Take Two also […]

4 years ago

Does Wexford remind anyone else of their childhood summers? It definitely brings back all the memories for me; the beaches, the strawberries and days spent running around with friends. I think that it’s also important to include that my memories are also peppered with the nightmarish memories of getting stuck in Enniscorthy for what seemed […]

4 years ago

It’s looking like it will be another summer of staycationing for most of us this year, and we aren’t complaining! With this in mind, last week, we asked our Lovin.ie Instagram followers where they plan on taking a road trip to this summer. These were the most popular answers. This list will give you a […]

4 years ago

Let’s be real, we all love a drive-thru and they’re a relatively new concept in Ireland! We’ve all done it now at this stage, escaping the house in our pjs to grab a quick coffee before work, maybe some weekend burgers and that hangover-curing ice-cream sundae. But the lads and lassies up North are living […]

4 years ago

If you’re Limerick based, we’ve got your Saturday night take-away sorted! Forgive us for our sins – we’re ashamed to admit that we’ve only just recently discovered the deliciousness of MotherBurger. HOW has this news not travelled faster. We’re going to spread the word, this is a spot we won’t be forgetting any time soon! […]

4 years ago

If you like to support new and small Irish businesses, and you’re also looking for a gift for a new parent – this could be the perfect thing for you! These absolutely adorable wall-hangings are hand-crafted in West Cork by Nicky Quin, the woman behind Baloom Creations. This could be the perfect way to bring […]

4 years ago

If you love drawing or sketching, you might already be aware that this coming Saturday, 15th May is National Drawing Day and there is so much going on to celebrate! There are so many free events taking place over the weekend to celebrate. There is bound to be something that sparks your interest or even […]

4 years ago

Imagine being able to tell your granny you’re the eyes and mouth of Ryanair?! It has to be said outright that Ryanair’s Social Team have been naiiiiling TikTok since day one. If you haven’t been keeping up with Ryanair on TikTok, firstly – are you actually okay? Secondly, don’t wait another minute, you need to get […]

4 years ago

Were you lucky enough to get an appointment to shop in Penneys this week? If you did get one, I have to admit I’m very jealous! Penneys is the place where you go in for one thing, like bobbins or a pair of socks and come out with 5 bags of sh*te, no socks and […]

4 years ago

This new spot is combining two great loves – coffee and craft beer. Yes, you read that right! Okay, okay so not exactly combining the two, but bringing both delicious liquids together under one roof. You’ll find this new spot, The Wicklow Wolf Taproom in Newtown Mount Kennedy in Wicklow. Grab a coffee and a pastry […]

4 years ago

We’ve all become accustomed to meal boxes of-late, but this is one that will no doubt knock your socks off. Aimsir is a two-starred fine dining Michelin restaurant based in the gorgeous Cliff at Lyons in Celbridge. Led by husband and wife team Jordan Bailey and Majken Bech-Bailey, Aimsir aims to “celebrate what can be […]

4 years ago

Grey’s Anatomy fans unite!! Derek Shepherd is in Ireland! Patrick Dempsey, of Dr. Mc Dreamy fame has landed in Ireland, as has co-star Amy Adams. They’ve most certainly brought some of that LA sunshine with them! Pretty much everyone at this stage knows that the sequel to Disney movie, Enchanted is being filmed in various […]

4 years ago

Meditations for the Anxious Mind aka Frankie McNamara is hands down one of the wittiest lads in social media right now. Are you from Bray or know someone from Bray? Well this is a GAS video for you!! In this carousel video montage, McNamara attempts to answer some long-standing questions we all have about Bray… […]

4 years ago

You don’t even have to get out of the car to get your caffeine hit this Bank Holiday Monday. If there was ever a Monday we needed to hear this, it’s today! Box’d Drive Thru is located at Carrigohane Straight/Lee Fields on the banks of the River Lee, and they will be your saviour if you’re […]

4 years ago

Celebrating both the female and male forms, these candles have become the basic bitch aesthetic of 2021 and we’re not mad. In actual fact, we’re obsessed. It really goes without saying that a selection of these candles will provide your bedroom or apartment with the most perfect aesthetic. They are so incredibly beautiful and celebrate […]

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