Garb: Betsy Nina – Sandia Dublin
The brand’s narrative, along with the inspiration for Medina’s designs, can be traced back to Venezuela, where the designer got her first taste for a creative life.
Roadmap: VINYL(ALLY)
Enter Dublin Vinyl – a brand new, state-of-the-art record pressing plant in Glasnevin conceived by Hugh Scully and Donagh Molloy.
Bitesize: Plant Based Chocolate from Nobó
Two years in development, the plant-based alternative is handmade in Cork
Become A Bartender For A Night!
The perfect mix of entertainment and education, where each guest is greeted with a welcome cocktail upon arrival before sinking into the art behind mixology.
“Up to the Brothers!” – The Churchtown Stores
Concluding the final chapter of Braemor Road’s crown jewel, Churchtown Stores
Barfly: The Belfry – Manor Street
Here comes Manor Street thumbing its nose at those of us who live across the city with another fine addition to its collection of watering holes.
Roadmap: Salt and Stove
A new deli created by Rachel Flynn who hosted the brilliant Bia Beatha Irish supper clubs.
Book Review: Dogs at the Perimeter – Madeleine Thien
A powerful expression of the intangible yet long-lasting effects of conflict.
Cinema Review: Jupiter’s Moon
The opening alone is worth price of admission, speaking to the muscular and rhythmic styles of recent Nolan and Iñárritu.
Audio Review: U2 – Songs of Experience
The lack of credibility throughout the lyrics is the central issue with the record.
Cinema Review: Walk With Me
This is the gentlest of trips – a balm for January souls.
Book Review: The Golden House – Salman Rushdie
Salman Rushdie began writing The Golden House eight years ago, an undertaking designed to capture the contemporary moment. It’s remarkable just how much he got right.
Bitesize: Fitter. Happier, More Productive…
Those thinking about elevating their culinary skills may find themselves spoiled for choice at Dublin Cookery School this month.
Audio Review: Jaden Smith – SYRE
Put the misfires down to youthful naivety and stay tuned.
Roadmap: Drawing It Out
Resolutions aside, for those of you who may have harboured the notion that you could or should draw, the Drawing Studio is launching a series of new courses starting this…