Confirming the return of their yearly ‘six stack’ burger challenge on Instagram, those brave enough to take it on can do so from next week. Cork restaurant Coqbull is at it again, egging customers on with super-sized food challenges that sound near impossible to complete. What a load of coq and bull. Known for their […]

5 years ago

The Beach Hotel Downings has come under fire for an offer that would allow locals to book a room in the hotel so that they could then be considered residents and dine indoors. A poster shared to the hotel Facebook page advertised the offer. It reads: “Adhering to Government guidelines from Saturday 26th of September […]

5 years ago

An Asian fusion-inspired street food pop-up? Here’s the scoop. Organised by The Reckless Chef, you’ll find ’em anchoring their food stall in Dunmore on the Harbour. Serving up all kinds of delish street food, the menu is Asian fusion inspired. And yes, there will be banh mi – including a new (saucy as always) vegan […]

5 years ago

Owners at one popular Donegal café have shared a video showing the inside of the restaurant following new government guidelines on indoor dining. Donegal was bumped up to Level Three on the Government’s Living with Covid plan during the week. Joining Dublin in another localised lockdown, much of the same restrictions that apply to the […]

5 years ago

Going back to the field where he first saw you, gonna sit in his fold-up chair, he’s not gonna moooove.  Sports fans will know that the Irish Open is on today, currently underway at Galgorm Castle resort outside Ballymena in Co Antrim. Busy filming the action, RTÉ happened upon one dedicated spectator watching the action […]

5 years ago

Ready to settle in for a night on the couch? It may look sunny out there but it’s fairly nippy so curling up with a blanket and some popcorn don’t sound all that bad to me. Tonight’s selection includes a beloved Disney classic and one of our favourite Irish musicals. The Incredibles – RTÉ – […]

5 years ago

Today is Cavan Day don’t ya know? The first inaugural event, the initiative was organised as a means to celebrate the ‘global Cavan Family, its people, its diaspora and everyone who shares an affinity with the county’. Encouraging the public to throw on their best blue and white geansaí, people have been posting photos and […]

5 years ago

A handy list of where to find the best bakery in every Irish county, because this is need-to-know information. If there’s one thing I have a nose for it’s freshly baked goods… I must have been a professionally trained sniffer dog in a past life because I can scour out pastries like nobody’s business. A […]

5 years ago

On Instagram mere days, Sir David Attenborough has already broken all kinds of records – becoming the fastest user to reach one million followers. Sounds like he can add accomplished social media influencer to his long list of job titles. Sir David Attenborough sent fans the world over into a frenzy during the week when […]

5 years ago

Jedward were amongst the standout guests on last night’s Late Late Show. Speaking to host Ryan Tubridy about the mental strain the pandemic has taken on them, viewers were moved by their refreshing honesty. Hitting out against conspiracy theorists and those who refuse to wear a mask, the famous Irish twins have been very vocal […]

5 years ago

Protestors outside ‘fake news HQ RTÉ’ last night seemed to think that top US doctor Anthony Fauci had flown in from DC especially for the show. A post shared online by Twitter user Anthony O’Connor shows a number of people gathered outside the RTÉ building with Gardaí also on-site to oversee the protest. According to […]

5 years ago

Laura Whitmore has fallen victim to the perils of online shopping, learning that all is not always as it may seem on the world wide web. Poor Laura… unfortunately though, we’ve all been there. This is a classic case of expectation versus reality – is it unreasonable to expect items to be as advertised? I think […]

6 years ago

Singletons; First Dates Ireland has reopened applications.  The famous First Dates restaurant was due to reopen its doors today for the first episode of the hit dating show. Always an entertaining watch, viewers were looking forward to the series getting back underway but with all of Dublin currently in lockdown, organisers have had to push […]

6 years ago

A new addition to the already fairly booming coffee scene down in Cork, a cuppa Joe from the Guji Coffee Bar would be hard to pass up. Serving up the goods from a bubblegum pink shipping-turned-coffee container, you’ll find ’em down at Centre Park Road in Ballintemple Co. Cork. Also the location of a new […]

6 years ago

This Love Island star is swapping showbiz for shadowboxing. Life after Love Island is a tricky affair and former contestants have turned to all sorts to keep themselves occupied – from makeup collabs to clothing lines, with many also going on to star on other well-known reality shows… the likes of Georgia Steele on Celebs […]

6 years ago

Lidl is on the hunt for the country’s next top model, launching a competition to find a ‘fan’ who will be featured in an upcoming campaign for the grocery store’s famous Lidl merch. The branded Lidl merch first grabbed public attention back in July when shoppers spotted a pair of blue and yellow runners complete […]

6 years ago

The Great British Bake Off returned to TV screens last night, kicking off with a highly dramatic and very entertaining season opener. Please be warned, this post contains spoilers. Obviously. The Great British Bake Off is one of the most gloriously wholesome things on TV and if you’re not a fan then I’m afraid we […]

6 years ago

It’s been a momentous week for publicans around Ireland, many of whom have reopened their doors to the public for the first time in over six months. A particularly poignant week for those at Mellett’s Emporium in Swinford Co. Mayo, the family-run pub has celebrated another major milestone with the passing of the business from […]

6 years ago

One of the Rebel city’s most beautiful venues, The Everyman makes going to the theatre feel like that bit more of an occasion. Back open as of last week, the iconic Cork theatre has just announced an exciting calendar of live events for the coming weeks. Highlighting the exceptional theatrical talent Cork has to offer, […]

6 years ago

Galway Food Tours has just launched a new guidebook that will allow foodies to explore the city like a true in-the-know local. A highlight when in Galway, the award-winning tours have been guiding people around the city for over five years now. Bringing people to all the finest spots, the tours pay tribute to the […]

6 years ago

The UK comedian will perform a total of 14 Irish shows next year – including 11 newly-announced dates and three rescheduled shows at the Olympia Theatre. Characterised by his deadpan delivery and complete disregard for political correctness, Jimmy Carr is one of the most well-known names in British comedy. Also a popular TV personality, he […]

6 years ago

Irish Women in Harmony first popped up on our radar back in June, when 39 top Irish female artists and musicians teamed up for a cover of the popular Cranberries song Dreams. Joining forces in support of domestic abuse victims, the track was released as a charity single for Safe Ireland. Headed up by Grammy-Award-nominated […]

6 years ago

Dream jobs don’t exi… One Meath pub is proving that dream jobs do exist, taking to social media to recruit 10 food and drink connoisseurs to do them a little favour ahead of their reopening. While most pubs reopened their doors to the public earlier today, owners at the Royal Meath have decided to wait […]

6 years ago

Crowned the 2019 ‘best burger in Ireland‘, Handsome Burger is up there as the crème de la crème of burgers. Run by lifelong foodies and best friends, Handsome Burger is the good news story of a market stall turned booming business. A staple on the Galway burger scene, the place has earned itself a reputation […]

6 years ago

Much of the country has taken news of Síoda’s passing as a personal loss. One of two Bernese Mountain dogs owned by Michael D, she was one of the Áras’ most popular residents (along with Bród) and it’s safe to say that she’ll be greatly missed. So loved was she that people have been flooding […]

6 years ago

2020 strikes again. Everyone knows that there are no snakes in Ireland. We’ve known it since we were old enough to go to school and our junior infants teacher told us so. Old St Patrick banished all the snakes from Ireland, chasing them into the sea after they attacked him during a 40-day fast atop […]

6 years ago

Countless Irish pubs – wet pubs as they have been recently christened – will reopen their doors to the public this afternoon, for the first time in over six months.  Sharing their excitement that they’ll be getting back to what they do best, Dick Mack’s Pub in Dingle tweeted to say that they’ll reopen at […]

6 years ago

He’ll always be a winner in our eyes. Much of the country was on tenterhooks last night, with the very dedicated few even staying up until the wee hours of this morning to see whether Paul Mescal, the nation’s sweetheart would win his first Emmy Award. Sadly, it was not to be and the Kildare […]

6 years ago

Open in Galway since summer 2018, BóTOWN has quickly become one of Gaillimh’s best-loved burger joints. Forget ‘bears, beets, Battlestar Galactica’… ‘beer, burgers, brilliant tunes’ is the only catchphrase you need to know going forward and you’ll find all three at BóTOWN. Serving up hand-cut fries, craft beers and thicc, juicy burgers, the place is […]

6 years ago

2020; year of many unexpected things, including the Jedward comeback. He’s John, he’s Edward and together they are quickly taking over the world. Ok, that may be a slight exaggeration but the famous Irish twins are definitely making moves in that direction and to be honest, it’s probably only a matter of time until they […]

6 years ago

Pigtown Food Festival has returned to Limerick city. Celebrating all things food and culture, the annual event is a big hit – particularly with meat-eaters. Inspired by the history of Limerick’s famous bacon industry, the Pigtown Culture and Food Series kicked off yesterday with a special dinner at the Mustard Seed. Determined to give locals […]

6 years ago

A four-star hotel in the midlands has been forced to temporarily close its doors after an outbreak of Covid-19 amongst guests. The four-star Bridge House Hotel in Tullamore has had to temporarily close its doors to the public after it was confirmed that up to 20 of its guests had tested positive for Covid-19. Part […]

6 years ago

The birth announcement comes just days ahead of International Red Panda Day which falls this Saturday. Staff at Fota Wildlife Park have just welcomed some new residents. Already home to several other furry faces, the park has added two more to the list now counting two endangered Red Panda cubs amongst its inhabitants. A unique […]

6 years ago

A spot of yoga to start your day and you’ll be laughing. No better way to fight the Sunday scaries than with some fresh air… pancakes being the only other exception. Like most other people, I had great intentions during quarantine, promising myself that I’d do yoga not once, but TWICE a day. A little […]

6 years ago

Virgin Media is currently casting for a new show. Titled Eating with the Enemy, show bosses are looking for curious and opinionated people to partake in what they’re calling a ‘social experiment’. Strangers – each with very different opinions – will be paired up to have a meal together, with the aim of the show being to […]

6 years ago

Concerns have been raised about the future of the Galway Leisureland centre out in Salthill after staff were yesterday informed that both the swimming and gym facilities would be closed to the public in coming weeks. Overlooking Galway Bay, Leisureland is one of Salthill’s longest-standing sports and recreation centres. Situated along the famous Salthill Prom, […]

6 years ago

The new season of the Graham Norton Show will hit TV screens early next month with a star-studded first episode to kick things off. Graham Norton will return to our tellies at the start of next month with show bosses confirming that the Irish funnyman will be allowed to welcome guests and a live studio audience back […]

6 years ago

Dinner and a movie – all the more exciting when the two are somewhere other than your own gaff, and Pálás is one place you can trust to show you a good time when it comes to serving up delish food inspired by the big screen. Galway’s resident arthouse cinema, Pálás also has its very […]

6 years ago

One of Fota Wildlife Park’s furry residents, Clyde the Siamang Gibbon, celebrated a milestone birthday yesterday. Now 40 years young, the ape was treated to a special ‘primate-friendly’ birthday cake by rangers which he generously decided to share with friends. Native to the forests of Sumatra, Malaysia and Thailand, Siamang Gibbons are a type of […]

6 years ago

Busker, adorable puppy, Galway, sunshine – this has all the ingredients to make it a major viral success. Internet, do your thing. Galway is renowned for its booming music scene. Often referred to as the cultural heart of Ireland, the place is teeming with bands, singers and artists all hoping to leave a lasting impression […]

6 years ago

House Limerick has shared a clip of their barman in action, videoing him serving a tray of drinks while simultaneously steering a scooter. Anyone who has ever worked in hospitality will know that balance, strength and hands that can withstand burning hot temperatures are the keys to making it in the biz. The first is […]

6 years ago

Hearing that new restaurants are still managing to open their doors in spite of it all can only be described as a great news story – all the more reason to support local and champion Irish food. Opening a business is already a very challenging task in and of itself, factor in a global pandemic […]

6 years ago

Much as I hate to admit it… I think it’s time to face the music and just accept the fact that the long, bright days of summer are gone. Winter is on its way, bringing with it cold weather and dark evenings that are best spent curled up in front of the box. Luckily, Netflix […]

6 years ago

Galway pub Taylor’s Bar & Beer Garden has taken to social media to update the public on their situation. Closed as of September 6th, owners voluntarily shut the premises after learning that a group of customers who had visited the pub in late August had all tested positive for Covid-19. Hoping to be back up […]

6 years ago

A very challenging time for hospitality workers, it’s the continued uncertainty that worries business owners most. Anxiously awaiting an update from Cabinet tomorrow, previous disappointments have left owners at Jack C’s Bar in Killarney hesitant as to what to expect. Still busy putting the finishing touches in place to ensure that they’re ready come what […]

6 years ago

I don’t know what I’ll be doing this evening for dinner never mind where I’ll be in 2022. Comedian John Bishop is slowly filling up his social calendar though and is already looking two years down the line. Either he’s very busy or is very prepared… One of the UK’s top comedians, Liverpudlian comedian John […]

6 years ago

Getting yourself together to go for an evening dip can be a bit of a faff but this new Irish app will definitely help simplify the process. And while it won’t pack your bag or remind you to bring a towel, it will help you find info on high tide times for over 50 swimming […]

6 years ago

Losing a loved one is never easy, but dealing with such a loss during a global pandemic is particularly difficult. Strict public health guidelines and restrictions on physical contact do little to help ease the grieving process, and it seems that the one thing that would really help – a hug from a friend or […]

6 years ago

Bingo Loco organisers have announced plans for a huge international festival next summer. Bringing the show on the road to the famous thermal baths of Budapest, the festival will see the likes of Vengaboys, S Club and even Mickey Joe Harte join the fun. Can guarantee this will be chaos but in the best way […]

6 years ago

Galway has long been known as the ‘cultural heart of Ireland’, and it’s events like the Baboró Arts Festival that have earned it such a deserved title. While many festivals, concerts and other such gatherings have fallen victim to Covid-19 this year, one event that will go ahead is the Baboró Children’s Arts Festival. Now in its […]

6 years ago