Let’s all just take a look out the window at the grey, dreary Irish skies right now. Grim? Yes. Classic Irish summer? Unfortunately also yes. But did you know that a tropical AF island exists called New Ireland, and it looks unreaaaaaaaaaal. This magical place is in a province and island in Papua New Guinea, […]

7 years ago

The feeling of having a beaut full face of make up will never be beaten – we’re all for going barefaced and embracing the natural look, but I know that I personally feel my best when I’m all done up. Searching for those elusive “must have” products can be a bit of a slog (hands […]

7 years ago

Snooze. Alarm. Snooze. Repeat. The soundtrack to our mornings never gets easier, and we’re always wrecked. Okay sure, maybe we would have more energy if we didn’t stay up to catch up on The Handmaid’s Tale, but a gals gotta do what a gals gotta do. Except that now there’s a handy sleep time calculator […]

7 years ago

My battle for perfect skin shouldn’t be so tough – I’m lucky that I have naturally very clear skin, and if it weren’t for the fact that I’m extremely lazy when it comes to sticking with products my skincare regime should be easy peasy. The issue is that I get bored with a product very […]

7 years ago

You go around living your life as best you can, showering regularly and even taking the time to wash your goddamn hair when suddenly – without any warning – you find out that all those bottles of expensive conditioners, all those pricey shampoos bought in a panic at the hairdressers have ALL been useless. Why? […]

7 years ago

The leaves are turning from green to that gorgeous amber orange shade, the air is crisp ( we repeat; crisp, not cold!), and there’s nowhere we would rather be than strolling around in Ireland. There’s SO many beautiful walks you can do, and some of the prettiest photos are taken around this time of the […]

7 years ago

Back in the good old days of limited TV and non-existent Wi-Fi, Irish schoolkids had to make up their own entertainment. In a time of yore when the most exciting thing to happen was Zig & Zag, it’s only natural that a few brats made up some frankly quite ludicrous myths and playground legends. Should […]

7 years ago

Look, we can all agree that showers are a pleasure (and serious necessity) of life – nothing beats feeling squeaky clean and all wrapped up in a soft towel. But we can also agree that sometimes the very thoughts of having to take a shower is too much to bear; knowing it’s gonna be FREEZING […]

7 years ago

If you thought that being in your twenties was tough financially, or that aged 30 was depressing (is that a grey hair?!) then soz but 31 is the worst. A survey by British credit checking firm ClearScore has found that age 31 is the most expensive year of your entire life. The average person will […]

7 years ago

Pros of fake tan: you’re brown as a nut, you feel healthy, and you don’t look like a ghost. Cons? You’re sticky AF and your clean white sheets look mega grim. Well, this clever little tip for fake tan could genuinely change your Cocoa B Thursday Tan nights forever… Put your tan on as normal, […]

7 years ago

These gloomy dark evenings have us seriously lusting after some sun and excitement. We need a holiday. Like, yesterday. If you need some travel inspo, Lonely Planet has announced their top picks of the 10 cities to visit in 2018. 10. Oslo, Norway “Expect fanfare and pageantry aplenty, along with a packed calendar of events […]

7 years ago

If you’re in the process of trying to buy a house in Ireland right now believe us, we feel your pain. That housing market is tough. Irish property prices have shot up in the past few months alone. So, we wondered what exactly could you get in Dublin and Cork for €250,000, and how would […]

7 years ago

Father Ted, arguably one of the most brilliant creations of all time, is still going strong: We all have our favourite episodes and we’ll never not crack up at Ted explaining the difference between ‘small’ and ‘far away’ to Dougal in a campervan. The legendary show aired over three series from 21 April 1995 until […]

7 years ago

It might be Dry January but for anyone still on the booze train the only thing dry this morning is their cotton mouth. And their eyes. Goddamn why do your eyes get dry when you’re hungover? While you may be reaching straight away for a big fry up and a Bloody Mary to ease your […]

7 years ago

One of Irish people’s favourite things to do is to complain about Ireland, but looks like we can no longer slate it too much, as it’s been ranked in the top 20 most beautiful countries in the world. Yes, really. The list was made by travel website Rough Guides who ran a worldwide open vote, […]

7 years ago

We’re all guilty of overlooking our own beautiful island for more exotic places across the sea despite Ireland having some of the most magical places that people come from all across the world to see. And when the weather’s as fantastic as it is right now, Ireland is one of the most stunning countries in […]

7 years ago

It’s 2am on a Sunday. You should have been fast asleep hours ago yet here you are, desperately watching the last episode of Game of Thrones in a manic Netflix binge. You’re not alone, fellow TV addict. And now a new online calculator can tell you exactly how many hours it will take you to […]

7 years ago

Voted the Best UK City award by The Guardian last year, Belfast is quickly becoming famed for being a trendy city with a youthful, European vibe. I’m ashamed to say that up until recently, I’d actually never been. Heading up for an impromptu weekend trip, I had zero-to-none expectations, and the entire city impressed me […]

7 years ago

France is one of the world’s favourite destinations, renowned for its culture and gastronomy, but also for its excellence in terms of hospitality and art de vivre. Amazing food, even better wine and ALL the cheese? It’s an absolute dream. If you’ve been planning a sneaky little lovers getaway then you may be tempted by […]

7 years ago

The time has come to start planning your summer holiday for this year, but where oh where to go? Forget about lounging around the pool in Spain or sipping some vino in the south of France. Yawn. For some serious travel inspiration why not make it a once-in-a-lifetime trip? Business Insider released a list of […]

7 years ago

The latest food trend to take over our Instagram, Buddha Bowls are ultra delicious, colourful, and oh so comforting. Just like the cheerful spiritual guru its named after, Buddha Bowls will fill your soul (and belly!) with pure goodness that will taste divine. Usually made up of grains, veggies, and a protein, the best thing […]

7 years ago

Look, we’re all friends here – this is the tree of trust. The honesty nest, if you will. It’s safe to say that at one stage or another we have all had a longing for someone who might not be considered everyone’s cup of tae. When you’re faced with such a small pool of the […]

7 years ago

Irish mammies are the beating heart of our entire nation – they’ve taught us always to eat our brekkie, to make sure our hair is dry before going asleep and never, ever to sit down on a cold step. They’ve also been the stars of some absolutely quality viral videos that have made many a […]

7 years ago

You’re happy going to Carlingford for two nights, the gals want a full week in Las Vegas. Hmm. Hen parties are great craic and all but jaysus they really damage the savings. One European city has come out on top however, when it comes to a bargain break with your squad that will save you […]

7 years ago

If you’re expecting to discover some sort of easy fix here that will instantly allow you to become stress free and more confident than Beyoncé – soz, but it doesn’t really work like that. And trust me, I wish it did. What I can tell you however, is that there is one thing you can […]

7 years ago

Ahh food. The true gift from the gods. Unfortunately though, having to spend money on food is a sad, unavoidable fact of life. We’re not too sure if anyone has quite mastered the art of food shopping successfully. As in, not going over your budget (if you’re even that organised to have a budget), and […]

7 years ago

Want a hollier where you can spend all day lounging by a luxurious outdoor pool, have G&Ts flowin’ and eat incredible, fresh seafood? We’ve found just the place. A recent trip to Portugal was spent discovering the charming seaside town of Cascais, located just a 40 minute train ride away from buzzing Lisbon. A cute […]

7 years ago

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Ireland is fast becoming a truly fantastic place for foodies in search of delicious, freshly produced products. We’re known worldwide for our dairy and beef yeah, but other produce that is being created in the past few years is exciting and healthy and Oh My Lord […]

7 years ago

Hollywood rom-coms can make for pretty grim watching around Valentine’s Day if you’re single. People just DO NOT meet the loves of their life while researching an article on how to lose a guy in 10 days. Believe me, I wish this was true. If you’re in the mood to watch a real relationship flick […]

7 years ago

The only thing better than shopping is shopping from the comfort of your sweet, cosy bed. Seriously, there’s hardly any need to hit up the shops in person anymore. Except for the minor detail that is this: you never know what absolutely bonkers stuff you will actually receive. Trousers that are 8ft long? A top […]

7 years ago

Let the daily dreaming of beautiful houses we can’t afford begin: Derreenrickard Cottage is a stone fronted residence on some 7.68ha(19acres) of the most wonderful gardens in Kerry and we NEED to live here. Daft.ie even named the property as one of the most popular listings on its site last month, with over 12,000 people […]

7 years ago

Three whole days to explore and a weather forecast that’s putting Ireland as being hotter than parts of Spain? Sounds like the best Bank Holiday weekend ever. Don’t get stuck in that trap of staying at home all weekend lounging around, you’ll seriously regret it come Tuesday morning when it’s raining (again) and you’re stuck […]

7 years ago

Ireland might not be the first place you think of when it comes to adrenaline-inducing experiences, but according to the Lonely Planet, we’re not doing too badly. Never mind insane cliffs in South America or rushing rapids in Asia, we can get our thrills right on our doorstep. The travel bible’s Atlas of Adventure is […]

7 years ago

What better way to escape all the worries of the 9-5 working gal life than a last-minute spa trip down the country? My destination of choice for this recent me-time getaway was ultra scenic The Brehon, a four star beaut with views over the Kerry mountains, and a spa specially designed to wash all your […]

7 years ago

Fried eggs, plump sausages, crispy bacon, black pudding and some freshly baked bread are what our dreams are made of: The great Irish Breakfast. While it can be a struggle to find the perfect plate, the Georgina Campbell Irish Breakfast Awards recently took place, and revealed where to go for your full brekky fix across […]

8 years ago

As if you needed an excuse to head off on a gourmet pub crawl around the country, 30 Irish pubs have made it into the esteemed 2018 Michelin ‘Eating Out In Pubs’ guide. Produced by tyre manufacturer Michelin – this year’s guide recommends some 470 top dining pubs spread across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland […]

8 years ago

The “scariest movie on Netflix” dropped on the streaming site the other month and people are still talking about it. With an 89% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, we’re gonna make tonight the night we finally psych ourselves up enough to watch it. Veronica is a Spanish movie based on a true story of the unsolved […]

8 years ago

Thinking about taking a trip out West anytime soon? There’s a new cafe in Salthill, Galway, that needs to be on your radar. Ground & Co. is just beside Galway Aquarium and is a tasty celebration of where our food comes from and a haven for coffee and homemade dishes to munch on. Whether dinning […]

8 years ago

The vast majority of us are so quick to give out about restaurants, chefs and the waiting staff that serve us on nights out, but have you ever wondered how annoying you are? Having worked in hospitality for six or so years, there’s a few things that customers do time and time again that are […]

8 years ago

That hint of sunshine today has us dreaming of long lazy days on the beach and exploring hidden coves around the world… Holiday of a lifetime, we are ready for you. To further inspire you for your hols this year, there’s a new World’s Ultimate Bucket list for 2018 by Flight Network, chosen by the […]

8 years ago

Who doesn’t like to live the carefree, energy saving, lacksadaisy-lazy life? Sometime’s doing things the old fashioned was just isn’t worth your time, so praise the lords that there’s a few internet geniuses out there who have devoted their brain cells to making life easier for lazy oafs like us. “And remember, if at first […]

8 years ago

If you’ve already watched every single episode of Say Yes To The Dress (the US, UK and Irish versions), know who your bridesmaids/groomsmen will be and have your heart set on a rustic barn filled with fairy lights then you’re prob reading this article with eager eyes. Do you know how long most couples date […]

8 years ago

Fresh crispy sourdough bread, oysters shucked right in front of your eyes and creamy cheeses made with local milk – Irish food markets really do have it all. A real taste of community life, you’ll find all sorts at the markets, from passersby picking up a few bits and bobs for dinner that night, to […]

8 years ago

It’s no secret that Kinsale, that charming little town in West Cork, is a food lover’s paradise. Fresh seafood, local ingredients and boasting simple chippers that even seem to serve better fish and chips than anywhere else, eating out here is a safe enough bet.  But after a few days roaming around Cork and hitting […]

8 years ago

Award-winning chef Anthony Bourdain has died at the age of 61. He was reportedly discovered unresponsive in a hotel room in France, where he was working on an upcoming episode of his CNN series.  CNN confirmed Bourdain’s death today and said that the cause of death was suicide.“It is with extraordinary sadness we can confirm […]

8 years ago

Fresh ocean air, locally sourced ingredients and healthy, tasty recipes is the foolproof formula to our hearts. So when we heard that you can embark on a ‘Seaweed identification and Foraging Workshop’ along the Wild Atlantic Way in South Kerry, we were in love with the idea.  The best part? It’s followed by a 10 […]

8 years ago

We’re starting to plan our sneaky summer weekend getaways and top on our list now is another little trip to Limerick.  Why Limerick, you ask? Oh, apart from the fact that it’s actually a buzzy town with great food markets and nice things to eat, it’s also home to one of our all time favourite […]

8 years ago

The weather was truly b-e-a-u-tiful this weekend, so we’d imagine you haven’t been indoors watching Netflix.  But, and there’s always a but, come Monday afternoon that Sunday fear comes BANG! Hitting you like a loaded tonne of bricks tinged with regret for all those canal cans.  You can get through it. It’s going to be […]

8 years ago

Need to pay for something with your card tonight? We’re hoping you’ve got a back up plan, as Visa cards are acting up for people all over Europe. A glitch within the company is preventing payments from being processed and the scale of it is not yet known, although it’s been an issue for several […]

8 years ago

Get ready for whopper queues at the ATM lads  Visa cards are failing all over the gaff as we speak.  Irish customers are currently facing major disruption as the entire Visa network experiences mass failure. Visa is currently experiencing a service disruption. A Visa spokesperson said: “This incident is preventing some Visa transactions in Europe […]

8 years ago