Born out of deep consumer-centric insights combined with changing tastes and demands of the Irish drinker, Archway Lager marks a significant commercial and brand evolution for Franciscan Well, which in 2018 is celebrating 20 years at the forefront of innovative brewing in Ireland. For lovers of great beer moments together, Archway has a 4% ABV […]

8 years ago

Gone are the days when our beloved prosecco was saved for special occasions. Now it’s the go-to drink for many, helped in no small part by the budget bottles of bubbly that are now widely available, meaning we no longer have to fork out big bucks for a glass of fizz. One area it’s not […]

8 years ago

You’ll already be well aware that the first part of RTE’s ‘landmark documentary’ No Country For Women aired last night. Even if you didn’t catch it, it’s all people are chatting about today. The two-part series created by Anne Roper explores Irish women’s lives since achieving the vote 100 years ago. No Country for Women […]

8 years ago

It’s more divisive than a “friendly” game of monopoly. More controversial than pineapple on pizza. It’s the question to end all questions. Where can you find the very best burger in Ireland? Everyone and their mother has an opinion on this – and there’s never been a better time to share it, because to celebrate […]

8 years ago

Say hello to the weekend and goodbye to mild weather. As the weekend rolls in, so does the rain as temperatures drop to below 8C. According to Met Eireann, persistant rain will begin this evening and last into the weekend, with Western counties worst hit. The forecaster said: “Rain will become persistent along the Atlantic […]

8 years ago

Royal fever has truly taken over following Meghan and Harry’s wedding last month, but it looks like not all royals drum up the same enthusiasm from the Irish. Chat about an Irish visit from the newlyweds next month is ramping up, but it seems many have forgotten that there was also a royal visit this […]

8 years ago

You’ve heard of Wife Swap… but what about Chef Swap? The genius initiative from one of our fave Galway restaurants, Aniar, sees a host of different ‘guest chefs’ take over the kitchen to do their magic with local, in-season ingredients – the cornerstone of Aniar’s menu. (We included Aniar in our 22 Reasons To Move […]

8 years ago

We have a feeling he didn’t think this one through. Social media is usually the first port of call for frustrated travellers looking to vent about delays and poor service when flying. But we reckon Kenny Jacobs, Ryanair’s Chief Marketing Officer, probably could have chosen a smarter outlet to air his frustration about ‘the worst […]

8 years ago

You can’t win. Our obsession with protein has shown no signs of slowing down, and all the science is there to back up the great effects of combining protein supplements with a balanced diet and fitness routine. But while you were enjoying all the benefits of your post-gym shake, you may also have noticed a […]

8 years ago

Don’t get us wrong – we would NEVER wish the summer away, but we can’t quiet the little voice inside us that’s longing for Autumn and the return of Netflix original House of Cards. We already knew the sixth season of the massively popular show would centre around Robin Wright’s character Claire Underwood, after Kevin […]

8 years ago

We can hardly look at these photos.  Tourists have been warned against posing at the the edge of the Seven Sisters cliffs in Sussex, UK, after a series of photos published prompted the police to get involved.  The popular tourist spot sees daredevils edge out as far as they can on the cliff to capture […]

8 years ago

It’s hard to believe it was only yesterday.  Anyone else gazing out the window right now dreaming of the amazing bank holiday weekend we just had?  The weather was absolutely majestic, but you don’t need us to tell you that.  Here’s some of the amazing photos you guys shared on #LovinIreland this weekend.  Best bank holiday […]

8 years ago

Love Island kicked off again last night, and true to form it was trending in Ireland within minutes. When you’ve got two whole months of hot weather and hot boys ahead of you… #LoveIsland pic.twitter.com/vCFgp2oj6w — Love Island (@LoveIsland) June 4, 2018 It’s the most meme-able show on TV, and last night’s episode didn’t disappoint […]

8 years ago

We’re not going to lie. When we first saw the hashtag #tobleronetunnel we got pretty excited.  Was it a new bar? A live event that was part of some sort of Toblerone Land?  But, no, to our dismay – the phrase Toblerone Tunnel has absolutely nothing to do with eating the duty-free fave. In fact, quite the opposite.  […]

8 years ago

The 20-year-old Irish tourist who tragically passed away after falling from a Magaluf balcony has been named as Thomas Owen Hughes.  Police have launched an investigation after Thomas’ body was found at the Eden Roc apartment block on Sunday morning at around 11am.  It is thought he may have been dead for several hours before his body […]

8 years ago

We’re just going to tell you what you really want to know first – yes, Bank Holiday Monday is going to be a scorcher as promised.  However you won’t know your arse from your elbow for the rest of the week – as it’s set to veer wildly from sunshine to thunderstorms until next weekend.  […]

8 years ago

Galway is soon to be home to the West of Ireland’s very first gin cruise, due to set sail next week.  Gin festivals are popping up all over the country as the nation’s thirst for the spirit of the moment shows no sign of being quenched anytime soon.  Now, the folks at one of Galway’s most […]

8 years ago

Social media is already abuzz with people arriving home to vote in the eighth referendum.  However campaigners are driving home the fact that not all Irish abroad are eligible to vote, despite being on the register and even receiving polling cards.  This is because of an eighteen-month rule which states that if the Irish citizen […]

8 years ago

With less than a week until we head for the polling stations to make a decision on one of the most important issues of our time, how has media coverage around the Eighth Referendum been so far?  With publications wearing their bias like a badge of honour, how has new media contributed to the conversation? […]

8 years ago

What, for you, is absolutely crucial to a good fry-up?  There are those who will lean towards the standout staples – the sausages, the rashers, the toast – and others who lean towards the consistency-givers – the beans, the runny eggs.   And then, there are those who are right. The ones who believe that no fry-up […]

8 years ago

Only a week to go until polling stations kick into action for the Eighth Amendment Referendum. You’re registered and ready to go – but don’t make a vital mistake that could mean you are turned away from the station.  Many Pro-Choice voters have been championing the movement by wearing Repeal jumpers over the last few […]

8 years ago

If you don’t have a bejewelled bottom this summer, you’re nobody.  The arses of the nation will be shining bright this festival season, as hints of a (slightly worrying) new trend are beginning to emerge.  Penneys pride themselves on being first with all the latest fashion movements, so if their latest stock is anything to go […]

8 years ago

Would you like to come and work for the fastest growing digital publication in the country and beyond?  We’re looking for the absolute best talent in digital content creation to join our growing team as Deputy Editor of Lovin Media Group.  If you love food, travel, culture and entertainment (and grammar mistakes keep you up […]

8 years ago

The Irish have a way of turning painful moments into incredible art. The public discourse around the eighth referendum has been fraught, damaging, and ugly – but our artists continue to fight back with murals, artwork, clothing and now this film. Irish movie “DIVE” is not overtly pro-choice or pro-life, it’s just a standalone piece that reflects […]

8 years ago

If you’re heading to Dublin for the first of Ed Sheeran’s three Phoenix Park gigs this evening – first off, we’re jealous – and secondly, please PLEASE make sure you’re prepared.  There would be nothing more heartbreaking than turning up only to be turned away over something as silly as an ID or a backpack.  […]

8 years ago

To people who’ve never suffered with acne, it’s no big deal.  A minor inconvenience that can be covered with makeup/fixed by drinking more water.  But if you have battled severe acne, you will know that it is a deeply upsetting and personal battle… one that makes you feel ashamed, ugly, frustrated. Not to mention the pain […]

8 years ago

It’s been a rough year for Facebook. Their stock has plummeted as they bat off scandal after scandal – fake news, Russian bots, fake advertising – but the most recent drama may have a bigger impact on you personally than you know.  On the Before Brunch podcast this week, we take you through what exactly happened […]

8 years ago

We don’t know whether we’re coming or going, but we’re not complaining.  Ireland is set to be hotter than Ibiza once more later this week with temperatures soaring to 19C… and while temps will dip briefly mid week, the sunny conditions should be back in time for the weekend.  Met Eireann said on their website: […]

8 years ago

A Facebook status threatening to ‘target… young women in repeal t-shirts’ has been reported to Gardai by outraged social media users.  The status, reportedly posted by a former member of the Irish Army, reads:  ‘Tomorrow the CSP launches its ‘Save the 8th’ drive. We are targeting obstreperous young ladies in Repeal T-shirts who do not realise […]

8 years ago

Farmers’ wives would want to start counting their bras… especially if this trick catches on!  A post on the Facebook page Progressive Genetics is getting a lot of attention for its bizarre farming hack, involving the farmer’s wife’s underwear.  The photo, showing a lady’s bra supporting a cow’s udders, is accompanied by the caption:  ‘Calf […]

8 years ago

We haven’t used the granny-shield since the early 90s, but looks like it’s still as effective as ever.  It’s a traffic garda’s job to make sure he’s as inconspicuous as possible when out scouting for speeders.  But this lad in Cork took subtlety to a whole new level this week when he tucked himself into […]

8 years ago

Hope you haven’t forgotten where you stashed the brolly.  Just as we were about to put the Winter gear to the back of the wardrobe, the weather has turned for the worse again.  Sunny days are a distant memory as we prepare for a wild weekend, with Met Eireann a status yellow weather warning for […]

8 years ago

Oh great. Not only did we eat ourselves silly over the bank holiday, but now we’re worried we have ‘Wine Face’?!   If you consumed a little more grape than usual over the break – it may literally be written all over your face.  Yep, experts have long made direct links between the digestive system and […]

8 years ago

Already dreaming of the next bank holiday weekend?  With the June bank holiday just around the corner, now is the time to get organised to make sure you make the most of it.  Every day off is PRECIOUS, but summer season can be hard on the wallet with all the hollibobs, festivals, and weddings.  We’ve […]

8 years ago

Absolute scenes. Nobody wants to be stuck in traffic on one of the best days of the year.  The gang on the M7 today took matters into their own hands after bank holiday traffic came to a standstill on the way back to the city.  A collision on the Northbound stretch meant that no one […]

8 years ago

Irish holidaymakers have shared appalling photos from Faro airport this weekend, with hundreds of people left queueing for hours at passport control with no air conditioning.  Radio and TV presenter Brenda Donohoe told independent.ie, “There was no organisation, everyone was on top of each other… it took about an hour to get down the stairs.”  […]

8 years ago

The Rebel County said goodbye to Ed Sheeran last night as he continues on his Irish tour, leaving lasting memories after three amazing gigs at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. For one little girl in particular, it was a weekend to remember forever.  Amelia Phelan, daughter of Vicky Phelan whose cervical cancer case blew open the national scandal around […]

8 years ago

All good things must come to an end.  We’ve been absolutely spoiled with the weather, and while it’s almost time to take the rain covers out again, we have one more day to soak it all in.  After a scorching Sunday with highs of 23 degrees, we’re in for another sizzler this bank holiday Monday, […]

8 years ago

This week Jessica Knoll wrote a piece in the New York Times titled ‘I Want To Be Rich And I’m Not Sorry’. How does that headline make you feel? For us, we wondered why anyone would ever be sorry for wanting to be rich, and how the implication here is that women somehow maybe should […]

8 years ago

Four little words in an Irish maths textbook have made the world of difference.  “Craig buys his boyfriend”.  A screengrab of a maths problem shared on Twitter is going viral this week, highlighting how far we’ve come with representation, but also how far we have to go.  The maths problem, featured in the textbook ‘Active […]

8 years ago

The first ‘Where should we go for food?’ argument is a milestone in any modern relationship.  But unlike other minor hiccups in the early days of a new love bubble, this one isn’t so easy to overcome.  In fact, as restaurant options improve the struggle only gets more real, and until recently it felt like […]

8 years ago

This week TMZ released footage of Khloe Kardashian’s boyfriend Tristan Thompson cheating with two women, just as Khloe was going into labour with his child. We talk about timing in a Kardashian storyline, and how much of what we see is curated to keep us talking. Is there ever such thing as a Kardashian Koincidence? […]

8 years ago

There’s been a wave of distrust around bloggers and influencer marketing of late, and the industry has finally started making important changes to keep up.  Social media channels like Bloggers Unveiled and Bullshit Callerouter have lifted the lid on some of the dodgier practices going on among popular internet personalities, and the ASAI has this week […]

8 years ago

After another “joyous” and “loving” celebrity “uncoupling” this week, we reminisce on the joys and machinations of a truly vengeful breakup. We dissect Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan Tatum’s breakup statement and ponder on the real meaning of a “loving” split. Does it exist? Does uncoupling eliminate blame? Is it important when there are children […]

8 years ago

With all the meticulous planning that goes into Christmas party prep, we can tend to easily forget the basics. Like, you know, the small matter of nourishment.  Office parties are prime scenarios for forgetting to eat. You have your lunch, scramble to wrap up your last bits and bobs before 5:30pm, and all of a sudden […]

8 years ago

If there’s one thing that’s zero craic at the moment, it’s the Irish weather. The wait for Spring has been long and cold, and with snow forecasted for some parts of the country this Easter Sunday it seems we have another while to wait. Well, Met Éireann forecaster Joanna Donnelly thought she’d lighten the mood […]

8 years ago

Tipperary lotto players are being urged to check their tickets after it was revealed that last night’s €250,000 winning ticket was sold in Thurles.  Eugene Dwyer, the owner of the Centra shop that sold the winning ticket said: “This is our first big Lotto win and what a win it is for our customers, we’re […]

8 years ago

This year’s April Fool’s joke was obvious. The fact that the day of messing fell on Easter Sunday has meant that most people have resorted to the same trick – wrapping up something healthy/boring in a chocolate egg wrapper and waiting to see the disappointment on an unsuspecting child/mate/parent’s face.  Happy April Easter Fool’s Day!#Easter2018 […]

8 years ago

Half the fun of the weekend lineup on RTÉ is the live studio audiences.  Many a viral moment has been born when the camera pans away from the stage on the Late Late or Ray D’Arcy show, and last night eagle-eyed viewers spotted one such moment.  In what may be one of the oldest jokes […]

8 years ago

On Wednesday, rugby players Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding were found not guilty of rape at Laganside Courts in Belfast.  Blane McIlroy was found not guilty of exposure, Rory Harrison was found not guilty of perverting the course of justice and not guilty of withholding information in the same trial in Belfast. The trial ended […]

8 years ago