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Due to the pandemic, and the cancellation of events, Halloween this year might be spent in lockdown or in quarantine. Fortunately there are many things that you, your friends and your family can do if you find yourself stuck indoors this Halloween during Covid. The Danger of Halloween Fireworks Traditional Irish Halloween Recipes – Babylon […]
by Michaela Moriarty
October only means one thing for most people. Halloween is upon us! Did you know that Halloween, or traditionally Samhain, is believed to have started in Ireland, and is a Pagan/Celtic tradition? Did you also know that there are traditional Irish Halloween recipes? Food was an integral part of celebrating Samhain, as it was a […]
by Michaela Moriarty
The history of the Irish language is somewhat tricky. What can be confusing for tourists or migrants coming into Ireland is why we don’t speak the language. There are very few parts of Ireland where Irish is spoken, with the general population speaking English. What may also be confusing is why we’re so adamant on […]
by Katy Thornton
The history of witchcraft is one that has not always been smooth or popular. Way back when it was once condemned to practice crafts associated with witchcraft, it proved fatal to even be suspected of being a witch. In 2020, witchcraft has become a type of trend; from crystals to tarot cards, people are regularly […]
by Cliona Perrick
Fireworks, beautiful and vibrant, are frequently used to ring in the new year, celebrate new beginnings and make people smile. The kaleidoscopic chaos that ensues can be so mesmerising it is easy to forget just how dangerous they can be. Every year medical personnel, the Gardai and the fire department are forced to deal with […]
by Laura Varley
Days are getting shorter, nights are getting colder. You know what that means! Soup season, of course. Soups are nutritious, delicious and versatile. They are easy to make in bulk, freeze, and heat up when it’s cold outside and you’re tired and don’t feel like cooking. Soups also tend to be inexpensive, so are good […]
by Marieke Oggel
When Covid-19 first hit much of what we knew and how we lived changed. Cinemas were closed, eating out harshly curtailed and most forms of socialisation cancelled. A silver-lining, to a very dark period in history, has been a return to traditional hobbies, such as cooking, gardening and craft-making. Writing too has seen a […]
by Laura Varley
Whether it’s your first time visiting Dublin, second, or maybe you know a friend who wants to go, we have made a guide for you. There are three main things you need to know – accommodation, transport and things to do. We’ve broken them down into this easy guide. Accommodation The first thing you […]
by Michaela Moriarty
Very little has been hit quite as hard during lockdown, then live music. With festivals cancelled and venues closed, sometimes for good. The present and immediate future of gigs and culture is quite a bleak one. This said, organisations and people are nethertheless getting together to find innovative ways to recreate the magic of live […]
by Emily Booth