Crivit Pro – Affordable Running Range From Lidl

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I’ve been running for about two years now.  I started to get fit and lose the belly. A task which is ongoing and never-ending, so thankfully I like running.  One of the great things about running is the fact that it is essentially a free sport.  You don’t need to join a club or buy lots of really expensive equipment or even be part of a gym.  It’s simply a case of throw on some trainers, open the front door and off you go. Continue reading →

Marcels on Merrion Row – A Marvellous Meal

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*I was a guest for dinner, usual disclaimers apply i.e. feeding me doesn’t mean a good review, that you earn all by yourself*

Marcels used to sit on St. Marys’s Road in Ballsbridge. It’s reincarnation in the more central location of Merrion Row has made it all the more accessible to many.  It’s a restaurant, bistro and bar all in one. I found myself sitting there on a Thursday evening in March. Continue reading →

The Huntsman, Winters War – Movie Review

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Overall I think the movie will keep the younger generation entertained but don’t go in expecting too much.

The Huntsman: Winter’s War is the prequel to Snow White and The Huntsman’s which hit our screens in 2012. The film gives us the background to Eric (Chris Hemsworth) and how he became a huntsman, as well as his relationship with Sara (Jessica Chastain) who is also a trained huntsman (woman) and becomes his wife. It also tell us the story of sisters Ravenna and Freya. Continue reading →

Box Burger Bray – BEEFTASTSIC

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*I visited Box Burger in Bray as part of a Zomato food led experience. The review following is an honest and true reflection of my visit.*

Burgers. Who doesn’t love a burger. I know I love them. They go with lunch, they go with dinner and they most certainly go with 3a.m. after one or two (too many) pints. On a more sober note however, I had the pleasure of joining the Zomato crew for a trip to Box Burger in Bray.  Continue reading →

The 1592 Restaurant – Dinner in Trinity College Dublin

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The 1592 is probably a restaurant that many of you have never heard of. It’s not surprising either.  It’s located in Trinity College Dublin and is not open to the general public.  I’ve been working in Trinity College for ten years and it has always been on my list of places to have lunch.  Continue reading →

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2- Movie Review

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Score: (2.5/5)          ‘The second time up the aisle makes you more wary‘

Back in 2002 Nia Vardalos enchanted audiences with her tale of Toula. The Greek waitress turned travel agent who gave us a glimpse into Greek life in My Big Fat Greet Wedding. Her anecdotal stories told us, Greeks marry Greeks, eat Greek food, hang out with other Greeks and run Greek businesses. Toula flipped convention married an American called Ian (John Corbett) and lived happily ever after. Continue reading →

Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice – Movie Review

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Probably one of the most eagerly awaited movies of 2016, Batman Vs Super Dawn of Justice hits screens on Friday 25th of March.  So the question on everyone’s lips is this, does it live up the expectations? For me the answer is part yes and part no, and from reading other reviews, it seems many are of the same opinion. I’ll give you my views below without too many spoilers. Continue reading →

Shortcross Gin Tasting at Galgorm Resort

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*invited as a guest to the event which in no way colours my view of the evening*

Following on from the review of my visit to Galgorm Resort and Spa, it was actually their Gin Club which had me there in the first place.  They run a quarterly meeting with a featured gin at each event.  You can sign up to become a member and avail of discounted overnight rates and of course a complimentary gin and tonic. This quarter the featured gin was Shortcross Gin which is made in Rademon Estate Distillery in Co. Down. Continue reading →