As far as instagrammable horse box cafes go, there’s some fairly stiff competition across the country. But Melody’s Brew definitely has a leg up on the competish. Not only is this place extremely aesthetically pleasing with its lilac exterior and cute hanging baskets, it’s also no stranger to actual horses as customers, among other four […]

5 years ago

Sex Education was one of our favourite binges over the last few years, and to be honest taught us things we never knew (not hard when your own sex ed came from SPHE class with a nun in an Irish Catholic school). And we’ve got good news for anyone looking for more laughs and maybe […]

5 years ago

There’s nothing like the excitement of two of your favourite shows becoming one. Curling up on the couch in front of the tv tomorrow night sounds pretty appealing now that we know two of our fave Derry Girls will be doing it too! We’re Derry excited as @SaoirseJackson & @JamieLeeOD join the #CelebrityGogglebox fam THIS […]

5 years ago

The one true constant we can rely on in our lives, the Aldi Middle Aisle, has come through for us again. This time it’s with an unreal collection of pools, waterslides and more that kids and adults alike will be very excited about! Here are some of the bits you can expect to find in […]

5 years ago

As we know all too well, one does not simply ~make~ a cup of tea or coffee. It’s an exact science. Teabag left in for approx. 48 seconds and given three stirs anti-clockwise before being dumped in the sink (never into the bin for reasons unknown). Coffee with precisely 2 and 3/4 sachets of sugar, […]

5 years ago

It’s no secret at this stage, we love a good food truck. And if you’re looking to discover a new one, Ron D’s in Ballydehob Village has it all – an expertise in sourdough, tasty American influence and a gorge family-run vibe. https://www.instagram.com/p/COP54x4FwFa/ Liz and Simon are the smiles behind the sambos, and there is […]

5 years ago

When 2020: The Musical eventually goes into production one day not too far from now, Richard Chambers will definitely be one of the leading characters. Along with the other members of the Holy Trinity of Covid news – Zara King and Gavan Reilly, he’s kept us in the know and up to date with everything […]

5 years ago

In the last year or so, public interest has built significantly surrounding Britney Spears’s conservatorship and the “Free Britney” movement. We’ve watched in horror as Britney’s battle with her father regarding her freedom and control over her finances was laid out in the documentary Framing Britney Spears. We’ve joined in with the other Britney stans […]

5 years ago

It’s a sad day for festival huns everywhere as our beloved All Together Now have announced they won’t be going ahead this year. The news came earlier this morning, along with a rescheduled date of July 29th-31st 2022 ( which tickets for this years event are now valid for). https://www.instagram.com/p/CQdIla3qVTu/ In a heartfelt instagram post, […]

5 years ago

All aboard, little dudes. The Hops Bar in Drogheda is now serving up tasty American dishes in their outside area, and in the name of authenticity they’re coming from this highly instagrammable American school bus. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQUCgxXIsDQ/ The bus serves tasty burgers, wings, nachos and the all important cocktails, and looks absolutely class! The Hops outdoor […]

5 years ago

After a huge search involving over 1,500 applicants, Kildare teenager Charlie Reid has landed a role opposite Oscar winner Olivia Colman in new film Joyride, which begins shooting next month. We could be looking at Paul Mescal the second here as the 14-year-old hugely impressed Colman and director Emer Reynolds with his “pure, raw talent”. […]

5 years ago

We all breathed a sigh of relief when ITV confirmed Love Island would be returning to our screens this summer. One year without the villa? Fine, we were in the midst of a global pandemic and it it wouldn’t have felt right to watch people shifting on a day bed in Majorca while an acoustic […]

5 years ago

There’s no doubt about it, Hozier is a national treasure.  Like the Cliffs of Moher or the Book of Kells, Irish people beam with pride when Hozier’s name is mentioned, as he’s a testament to the fact that we’re sound, talented and good craic. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQGcuM-M8qG/ And it looks like we’re not the only ones who […]

5 years ago

Tá caifé bheag álainn le hoscailt inniu i nGaeltacht Chonamara! Hopefully I didn’t butcher that, but this beautiful new cafe in Connemara’s Gaeltacht region has inspired me to revisit the ole LC Irish. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQLVHAeHAnC/ Pota is a dotey new spot in a thatched cottage right on the Wild Atlantic Way with a focus on sustainable, […]

5 years ago

Two previously plain buildings in Foxford Town have had an upgrade thanks to Foxford Wall Art and the local community. Foxford Wall Art had the idea to select walls that were the most visible and regularly passed by the people of the town and transform them into something spectacular, giving everyone in the local community […]

5 years ago

Yesterday evening, Waterford-based group Pride of the Déise announced they had Pride flags available for collection in the city for anyone looking to show their support for the LQBTQ+ community. And Déise Pride is clearly alive and strong as the flags ran out less than a day later! The group were overwhelmed with the response […]

5 years ago

It’s the ultimate first world problem but a problem none the less – what does one order for brunch? Picking between pancakes, waffles or french toast… it’s the Sophie’s Choice of breakfast items. Lucky for us, the Creel in Westport has solved all our breakfast woes with this frankly LEGENDARY brunch platter. Pancakes, waffles, french […]

5 years ago

The summer solstice is approaching, and if you’re looking for a way to mark it why not join in with this early morning energy cleanse and surf on Strandhill Beach? It’s been a stressful year for most of us, and we’re probably all hanging onto energy that isn’t serving us anymore, energy that’s stopping us […]

5 years ago

Now it’s no 30-50 feral hogs running into the yard while your small kids play, but there is thought to be one large male boar on the run in Kerry following six others being caught. The people of Kerry have been asked to report any sightings of the animal and to not approach it themselves […]

5 years ago

Food trends. We see them, we taste them, we say we love them to feel part of something. We saw Lizzo eating mustard on a watermelon, so we went out and ate mustard on a watermelon. We’ve all dutifully become oat milk queens and said “oh yeah, I love beef tartare” rather than running the […]

5 years ago

Pride month is well and truly in swing and Limerick brunch spot The Buttery has launched their new cocktail, the Buttery Queen to celebrate. This tasty tumbler looks like everything we need on a summer’s day in the city: https://www.instagram.com/p/CQI2w1QLrS3/ The Buttery also has a prime outdoor dining spot for you to enjoy a bit […]

5 years ago

This is the kind of coffee Irish people can really get on board with – in the sense that it comes from a keg and looks like a pint.  The shiny yellow gem of the Irish coffee scene, Bean in Dingle, has just launched their new nitro coffee as part of a collab with Motel […]

5 years ago

Once again, Cork City is excelling in the outdoor summer category. If this was the X Factor of outdoor summers, Cork would be going straight to judges houses, and most likely continuing onto the live shows. After pedestrianising a number of streets across the city to allow for outdoor dining and drinks, an Open Road […]

5 years ago

It’s an exciting day for Athlone as another horse box has realised its true destiny – to serve speciality coffee and freshly baked treats. Clann in Ballykeeran just opened its hatch over the weekend and looks like a great spot for a flattie, with delish beans from Irish roasters Full Circle and tasty treats from […]

5 years ago

Who can resist a cheese toastie? Cheese, butter, bread, a bitta chicken or ham if you’re that way inclined… it’s all the major food groups, guys. Grilly Mc Grill Grill in Cork clearly agree and are passionate about their cheesy lil pals – every toastie from this new food truck is given a loving pat […]

5 years ago

Two of the biggest phenomenons of the last year – coffee and vintage shopping – have come together at this deadly new spot in Kiltimagh, Mayo. https://www.instagram.com/p/CP1AwBEFRkx/ 35mm Vintage had a hugely successful online presence over lockdown, with an impressive selection of pre-loved fleeces, sweatshirts and track jackets (all essential purchases for an Irish summer), […]

5 years ago

Brace yourselves, the queues for supermarket garden furniture are coming. And you’re gonna want to make sure you’re in this one! Aldi are bringing back their extremely popular fire pit – it was such a hit last year that people were queuing up as early as 5am to get their hands on one. Luckily we’ll […]

5 years ago

POV: You’re in your early 30s and you hear you’ll be able to register for the vaccine within the week. Do you a) start planning a visit to your grandparents b) re-download Tinder because you’ll be allowed to get the shift again soon or c) spend three hours coming up with a tweet you hope […]

5 years ago

It’s time to get booking for brunch! Imaging sitting back in the sun, having brunch in a lush green garden with views of Cork City! This could be the place you’ve been dreaming of… https://www.instagram.com/p/COpb771p2mu/ After months of sitting at home with takeaway, you start to envision in your head what the dream dining experience […]

5 years ago

There’s no doubt about it, Cork really does outdoor dining right. From pedestrianising the Princes Street last summer to create space for tables and chairs, to providing huge colourful umbrellas to protect lunchers and brunchers from the inevitable odd shower (although we are remaining hopeful that leaving cert weather will hit any minute now), it’s […]

5 years ago

The Leaving Cert gives us all the fear, whether you’re just about to sit it or have already sat it… But, it’s been over ten years since I did the Leaving Cert and it turned out to not be the be-all-and-end-all. I’ve moved on. Apart from the obligatory “Omg I’m doing the Leaving Cert again” […]

5 years ago

How does sleeping under the stars, cuddled up next to a wood burning stove sound? As we enter into our second summer of staycations, our hunt for unique, off the beaten track accommodation continues. We found this gem of spot that you need to book! https://www.instagram.com/p/CEzKuJInaN8/ Release your inner nature queen with a weekend at […]

5 years ago

Looking for a dessert with a bit of an “ooft” factor? Look no further than this triple chocolate ice cream sandwich at Shells Café in Strandhill. It doesn’t get much more stunning than this bad boy. https://www.instagram.com/p/CP0KT7oJoD1/ These squares of chocolatey goodness are available for a limited time only, so we recommend booting it down […]

5 years ago

Your staycation is only as good as the ‘gram you post of it, and luckily The Beara Bus has you covered in that department. This beautifully converted double-decker bus with views of Sheep’s Head and Mizen Head has everything you need for the perfect summer getaway. Literally every detail has been considered, from the impressive […]

5 years ago

Over the past few months, we’ve been living for the easings. We say to ourselves, “if I can just make it to the next set of easings, I’ll be grand”. From the return of kids to school to the now infamous Penneys appointments, the easings have given us structure, and something to talk about when […]

5 years ago

Set in the old Ford industrial buildings along the River Lee, Marina Market has quickly become a staple of the Cork foodie scene. Whether you’re feeling fragile after a few socials the night before, or smugly fresh after your 6am 10k run, this market has a food stall, truck or container for you. Here are […]

5 years ago

The news has been a scary place this week. Let’s take a few minutes to escape from the world of no toilets and bins and go somewhere the youth of Ireland are celebrated. We are of course talking about TikTok. If you still see the app as a confusing place where teenagers make crocs look […]

5 years ago

According to their bio, Fro & Co is the “most Insta worthy café”.. and they’re not lying.  I mean really, does it get much more stunning? https://www.instagram.com/p/CPixyHDnBX8/ Fro & Co just opened last week and along with the all-important froyo, they also serve cookies, fresh toasties and delicious coffee. You can tell aesthetics are […]

5 years ago

One of the most aesthetically pleasing caravans we’ve ever seen is going to be touring Ireland this weekend, and as if that wasn’t good enough, it’s full of cookie dough. Cookie dó are a new Irish company who specialise in you guessed it, cookie dough. Their three flavours, classic chocolate chip, triple chocolate chip and […]

5 years ago

Have you ever thought to yourself, “wow, I’m so unique. I should really be celebrated for my quirky taste in music, and the way I don’t confine myself to just one genre.” Well sweetie, you ARE unique, and here comes Spotify to confirm it for you. I mean c’mon, the Joe Rogan podcast? You’ve gotta […]

5 years ago

We as a country have mastered the art of “coffee and a walk” over this past year, and sure why stop now? Bray Head has always been a popular spot for an auld bitta walking (if you don’t have at least one snap of the view from the cross on your Insta, are you even […]

5 years ago

No surprise, the new video from Billie Eilish is effortlessly slick. Her and a group of pals looking class, all coordinated in Skims-type outfits, playing Twister, spraying each other in slo mo with silly string and having the craic. We’re not afraid to admit it. Billie is cooler than us. We shudder to think of […]

5 years ago

Safe to say we’re all still riding the wave of Friends obsession after the reunion last week, and this gorge Central Perk set up at Servd Westport marking the occasion has been a huge hit. But will it be there for you for one more weekend?? Oh come on Will, just take off your shirt […]

5 years ago

We are of course talking about the much-loved Harbour Bar, where you can now book an outdoor table for you and your six nearest and dearest ahead of its reopening next week. They’ve had a huge amount of interest over the past few weeks from people looking to get back onto one of those picnic […]

5 years ago

Nature is healing! If you’re looking for somewhere to head this Bank Holiday Monday, Tayto Park’s theme park will be open to the public once again, along with its zoo which reopened back in April. It’s been a long 6 months for the people of Ireland, with many of us relying on the DPD delivery […]

5 years ago