We’re so close to sweet, sweet freedom. We started off with the episode with everyone jumping in the pool to commemorate Jake and Lib, followed by Chloe and Toby heading off on their final date (an Easter egg hunt in the woods with plastic tiaras and teapots). They talked about how far they’d come, with […]

5 years ago

A place in the hurling final and a cute new cafe in the city? Now that’s a turn out for the books. If you’ve been on the hunt for a new place to get your caffeine fix in the real capital, get yourself down to Man Friday Deli. The little sister to the popular Man […]

5 years ago

50 years from now when I’m asked what got us through the pandemic-ridden roaring twenties, my answer will be simple. Coffee and pizza, obvs. Usually you can’t get these two delicacies in the one spot, but we’ve found a way to cope. Pretty brave I know. Luckily, this is a battle we’ll no longer have […]

5 years ago

This Sunday we’ll see the Cork hurling team take on hot favourites Limerick, who’ll be looking to secure their third All-Ireland title in four years. But we all love an underdog, and no doubt there’ll be some buzz throughout the rebel county as the Cork team enjoy a spot in the final for the first […]

5 years ago

You might wanna cancel that afternoon sea swim. Met Éireann have issued a Status Yellow Thunderstorm Warning for all of Leinster as well as Cavan, Donegal and Monaghan, valid from 12pm until 8pm tomorrow. There’s a similar warning in place for Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Tyrone and Derry from 12pm until 10pm. Status: YellowValid: 12:00 […]

5 years ago

Did you get a taste of the Wild Atlantic Way this summer? If so, no doubt you’ll already be planning and researching what part of it you want to hit up for your next staycay. If you haven’t, spoiler alert, it’s a route that will take you to some of the most beautiful points the […]

5 years ago

The things Yumm Café in Kanturk can do with a Kinder Bueno will change your life. Just look at these bad boys. I mean, why just have an Oreo when you can have an Oreo, a Mars bar, a Kinder Bueno and Nutella all mixed together in a cookie pie? It just makes sense. https://www.instagram.com/p/CPta1TJtqkY/ […]

5 years ago

Needless to say, there wasn’t a dry eye in the trash tv loving house last night. The main focus of last night’s episode was obviously the Jake/Lib saga. After 7 weeks of Jake paying Liberty not one compliment, saying he wasn’t attracted to her, egging the other boys to cheat and wallpapering the villa with […]

5 years ago

Who doesn’t love an After Eight? One of the unsung heroes of the Christmas chocolate line up and delish enjoyed straight from the freezer (top tip), After Eights are launching an interesting new flavour at the start of next month that has us intrigued to say the least… Mojito and Mint After Eights, anyone? After […]

5 years ago

After a long, hard day of being adorable, your dog needs a place to unwind, a place to call their own. If you’re looking to celebrate your pupper this International Dog Day (it’s next Thursday btw), why not treat them to one of these teepees? At the very least, it’ll work wonders for your Insta […]

5 years ago

SEEK is a Dundalk street art festival which has seen stunning murals in a wide variety of styles pop up throughout the town, adding colour and life to otherwise unremarkable walls. The murals the festival has produced have transformed Dundalk into an open air gallery – you could spend at least a day strolling around […]

5 years ago

Time is ticking and Faye seems insistent on spending the last week isolating herself and Teddy from every other person in there. If she doesn’t want to talk to Jake anymore, fair enough, I can see that. Not that arsed with the rest of the boys? Hey, it’s understandable. But falling out with Liberty? What […]

5 years ago

We have been absolutely buzzed to see the gradual return of some live events over the past couple of weeks – sure don’t we deserve it after all that we’ve been through? If you’re looking to ease yourself back into a bitta live entertainment, how does comedy over a few pints at the Harbour Bar […]

5 years ago

Have you just jumped down the TikTok rabbit hole, and looking for iconic accounts to follow? Let us lead you in the right direction. As I’ve said before, I can’t get enough of Irish TikTok. Farmer dads learning viral dances, grannies sharing pearls of wisdom over cups of tea, Dublin seagulls going rogue… it’s just […]

5 years ago

Do you live in Cork and fancy yourself as the next Ian McKellen? Well now’s your time to shine, as there are auditions being held for Brian Friel’s Philadelphia, Here I Come! this day next week! Patrick Talbot Productions are holding open auditions for their forthcoming production of the beloved Brian Friel play next Wednesday the […]

5 years ago

The end of this season can’t come soon enough gals, they’re falling apart in there. Has the least compatible vote ever caused this much of a stir? Obviously we knew Faye wouldn’t be happy, she’s been slowly but surely losing the run of herself since week 2 but Aaron and Mary? They barely have their […]

5 years ago

As Servd rightly says in its bio – It’s a good place to get fed and watered. From indulgent vegan subs to the most incredible croissant based creations, these guys have it all. Which is why we have no doubt their Supper Club, showcasing the culinary delights of chef Alan Cahill with wine pairings carefully […]

5 years ago

25 years ago, Marian Keyes captured the hearts of the nation with her book Rachel’s Holiday. It’s the story of Rachel, a 27 year old woman from a chaotic family of seven who’s been shipped off to Dublin’s answer to the Betty Ford clinic after getting caught up in the world of sex, drugs and […]

5 years ago

If you grew up in rural Ireland, you know all too well that if you so much as wore a pair of gloves you might as well have announced you thought of yourself as the next Michael Jackson. So naturally, this Twitter thread in which Irish people share their experiences of attempting to wear anything […]

5 years ago

Ah, we always knew she was one of us. With the resurgence of 90s and noughties nostalgia and a newfound appreciation for the iconic divas of that era, we’ve all been adding a bitta Mariah to our Spotify playlists and dreaming of the day she might bring out some new tunes. Well, at the moment […]

5 years ago

If you’re as obsessed with reality tv as I am, MAFS Australia will have played a serious role in your January viewing this year. For those of you who are too sophisticated for that type of carry on, MAFS or Married At First Sight is a show that’s pretty much exactly what it says on […]

5 years ago

As an excellent tweet I saw last night but can’t find now said – Faye might be safe, but no one else in there is. The aftermath of the vote for the least compatible couples amongst the islanders played out in a tension inducing, old school Big Brother-esque manner. The couples with the most votes […]

5 years ago

Looking to live your best summer camp life while also enjoying the buzz only a boujie cocktail can offer? Keep reading, babes. As we all know well, the only way to get through a Monday is by scrolling insta and fantasising about the delectable array of cocktails you’ll be sipping on once Friday hits. It’s […]

5 years ago

My die-hard Dub Da will scalp me if he ever reads this, but I was pretty happy with the result of the match on Saturday. He and the rest of my family would say it’s because I don’t actually know the first thing about GAA and have no idea  what this means, and they’re probably […]

5 years ago

Tensions were high last night as the girls attempted to delicately explain to Liberty her fella’s an untrustworthy, toe-sucking showman. It’s never easy to confront your friend about their problematic boyfriend – maybe they’ll take it on board, maybe they’ll never speak to you again and the next time you’ll see them will be on […]

5 years ago

No Irish summer is complete without a trip to Donegal. Unspoiled sandy beaches, cracking pints and some of the friendliest, most welcoming locals in the country, you just can’t bate it. If you’re planning a trip to Donegal and not sure whereabouts to stay, Dunfanaghy is always a great shout. A gorge small village overlooking […]

5 years ago

Itching to pack up the car or book yourself a train ticket and head off on your next Irish adventure? If you’re looking for a bitta staycation inspo, Kilkenny should definitely be on the list. Whether it’s a girls weekend, a bit of time with the lads or even a family getaway – there’s plenty […]

5 years ago

If you’ve been looking for a way to get the creative juices flowing and are a bit of a nature lover, read on. Powerscourt Estate have launched an initiative to encourage people to connect with and be inspired by nature and imagination, and are looking for submissions of poems, lyrics or spoken word pieces as […]

5 years ago

At this stage in life, going down a TikTok hole is an essential essential part of self care. Nothing says you’re doing well like opening up the app and not looking up from your phone until approx. 4 hours later. There are so many gems to discover, and the fact that the vids are never […]

5 years ago

Lady Liberty, could it be she’s finally seeing the light? We started off the ep with Tyler revealing to the boys he wanted to do a romantic gesture for Kaz, and asking for their help. In a season where a Poundland bracelet and a love triangle between people who’ve been in the villa about three […]

5 years ago

Calling all Banner County foodies: Pot Duggan’s, everyone’s favourite riverside pub in the heart of Ennistimon have just announced a series of Sunday Sessions which will take place in the surroundings of their lovingly restored barns from September through December. https://www.instagram.com/p/CSZdYF-sMl2/ These sessions are one off dinners created by some of the best names in […]

5 years ago

Insert lyrics about skies full of stars, shooting stars and whatever you’re having yourself here. If you cast your eyes to the sky tonight, you might catch a glimpse of something very special. The Perseid meteor shower occurs every August, but Astronomy Ireland have advised that tonight (12th) is the best night for Irish stargazers to […]

5 years ago

It’s hard to actually put words on what we witnessed between the hours of 9 and 10pm last night, but this tweet does a pretty good job. Iconically bad episode. Almost have to respect how shit it was. They served us up absolute slop and said, “Enjoy, fuckers.” #LoveIsland — ⭐ amy o'connor ⭐ (@amyohconnor) […]

5 years ago

In the absence of our beloved Fungie, the people of Ireland have opted to focus all our love and affection on Wally the Walrus, who’s just wrapped up a stint in West Cork after being spotted in Waterford earlier this week. During his time in West Cork Wally enjoyed a spot of sunbathing atop some […]

5 years ago

Sligonians, did you guess the winners before even opening the article? Anyone who’s visited Flipside in Sligo Town probably won’t be surprised to hear they scooped up the grand title of Ireland’s Best Burger ahead of National Burger Day tomorrow, 12th August. I mean look at these babies, in all fairness. https://www.instagram.com/p/CRCMOs-FSYy/ Kepak, the sponsors […]

5 years ago

Although they hail from opposite ends of the country, our Olympic gold medalists Kellie Harrington, Fintan McCarthy and Paul O’Donovan have more than Irish hero status in common. All three are as humble and down to earth as they come – when asked about their monumental achievements they either modestly mutter something along the lines […]

5 years ago

It seems at this point the game plan is throw a pair of togs on the nearest production runner and call them a bombshell. Seriously, is there any need for a new lad at this late stage? What’s he going to do, fancy Mary? Do we care? As Fionnuala Jones said on her stories last […]

5 years ago

We all know the feeling. Having to patiently explain through clenched teeth: “yes, it’s on every night. Yes, they literally spend 24 hours a day talking about their type on paper. Yes, I know they’re all idiots”. All so your partner can revel in what a great lad they are for being so totally above […]

5 years ago

It’s been a great few days for the Irish, it has to be said.  Olympic gold medals, a new girl for Matthew in Love Island and major European accolades for Galway pizza spot The Dough Bros. Absolutely deserved, in fairness. https://www.instagram.com/p/CSXSjQhsbyN/ Top 50 Pizza, the Guide to the Best Pizzerias in Italy and Worldwide have […]

5 years ago

As students across the country look to organise accommodation for the upcoming academic year, An Garda Siochána have released this video with information regarding student accommodation fraud. As the video mentions, accommodation fraud was less of an issue last year with most students studying from home, but in previous years there have been as many […]

5 years ago

Is your baby or a baby you know only a few weeks old and already showing star potential? Then get in touch with Valhalla productions, as they’re looking to cast a tiny bab for filming in the upcoming months. https://www.instagram.com/p/CSXD5z-sgdr/ Valhalla is the follow-up to the popular Vikings series and has been filming in Ardmore […]

5 years ago

It’s getting to the “when will we be released from this hell” stage of the series. With that said, I’m obviously still glued to it and tweeting with gusto 6 nights a week. We picked up last night where we left off – in the ‘vibes’ club with Abi, Mary, Kaz, Dale, Jake and Tyler […]

5 years ago

One of Kerry’s most successful exports has now landed back in the old U S of A after a well documented trip at home. Needless to say, we closely followed every little thing Donie got up to. Had to be done like. His trip was fleeting but if his social media is anything to go […]

5 years ago

We’ve watched with pride over the last year as Matt Damon, Patrick Dempsey and Elizabeth Banks dove headfirst into life in Ireland. There’s just nothing like seeing Hollywood celebrities get lashed on during their trip to the Cliffs of Moher or picking up a bag of chips at Leo Burdocks. Which is why we were […]

5 years ago

Ah look at that, the old band back together. If you’ve been following the Westlife insta over lockdown, you know there’s been many a zoom pint had by Nicky and the lads over the past year or so. But the gradual return to reality means the boys have been able to get together in person, […]

5 years ago

The scenes from Portland Row as Kellie Harrington landed her Olympic gold medal early on Sunday morning were undisputedly magic, and felt like a warm, victorious hug for Irish people everywhere after such a difficult two years. I’m not much of a sports queen but you’d have to be made of stone to not jump […]

5 years ago

After Friday nights episode harking back to the scary bust up days of old school Big Brother and Jersey Shore, last nights was relatively tame. Which is definitely for the best, I’m sure I wasn’t the only one hastily downloading mindfulness apps in a desperate attempt to get back my inner peace after that. It […]

5 years ago

You can’t beat Donegal for a staycay. Dips in the tidal pool in Bundoran, hikes up Slieve League and unspoiled sandy beaches at every corner – it’s easy to see why it’s so high up on everyone’s agenda for a weekend getaway. A trip to Arranmore Island is a must to tick off the bucket […]

5 years ago

What’s summer without a day out in Galway City? Listening to buskers on bustling Shop Street, enjoying an al-fresco pint before taking a walk by the Spanish Arch, it really can’t be bet. And as we all know, Galway has no shortage of delicious cafe options, but there’s one in particular whose insta we’ve been […]

5 years ago

Why do the producers seem insistent on hurting Teddy? I simply don’t know how much longer I can watch. Obviously I’ll continue watching every night but like.. you know. It hurts. Let’s rewind back to the start, where the islanders had to decide which boys and girls from the least popular couples as voted by […]

5 years ago