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Posted on December 16, 2019

12 Dates of Crimbo makes Jenny Greene’s Best of The Week!!!

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I have good news and bad news. The bad news is, my 12 Dates of Crimbo series has come to an end. The good news however is that shortly after it ended, I was lucky enough to be invited to Jenny Greene’s weekday evening show on RTÉ 2FM to discuss all things festive dating – I know, who would have thought that consistently posting a new date idea for 12 days straight would pay off like this? I certainly didn’t! 🙂

I called into the RTÉ radio studio last Thursday 12th December for my first live radio appearance in the longest of times and to say I was nervous is a bit of an understatement! Thankfully Jenny Greene’s team quickly put any concerns I had to rest. They are the loveliest group of people and it wasn’t long until I started discussing my 12 dates and sharing some of my own funny dating stories on the national airwaves!

The following day (Friday 13th), I found out that my little segment made Jenny Greene’s best bits of the week. It was amongst some fab contributions by comedians Alison Spittle and Joanne McNally to make The Best of The Week.

As you can imagine, I was over the moon to discover this especially after being forced to sit down and listen back to the sound of my own voice – something I seldom do. All in all, not the worst Friday the 13th!

If you want to listen to my chat with the stunning goddess that is Jenny Greene, have a listen here.

My segment starts from 1:21 🙂

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Posted on December 8, 2019

Affordable date night ideas for music lovers

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The music industry in Ireland is soaring with artists from all genres making waves. As someone with quite a varied taste in music, I’m always looking to discover what else is out there. I can pretty much appreciate anything from pop to hip hop so when it comes to any live music performance, I am all game!

The Wiley Fox on Eden Quay, Dublin offers a variety of live music on Monday nights for those who share a similar sentiment. It has quite a small and intimate downstairs setting where singer-songwriters of all backgrounds can perform their work of art. The pub also has an upstairs section for separate music acts.

The first time I went to The Wiley Fox for a music gig, there was a songwriter who sang in Russian. I was impressed by how the multi-lingual artist was able to sing in her native tongue, play the guitar and still keep the Irish audience engaged. That’s what you call talent!

Speaking of talent…

Another gifted artist who never fails to grab the attention of large crowds is rapper Celaviedemai. The Galway artist will have her own headline show on December 18th in Workman’s Club on Wellington Quay, Dublin.

Celaviedemai has been climbing the ranks in the Irish Hip Hop scene for quite a few years now and has opened up for a number of household names including Lil Wayne, Mac Miller and Hoodie Allen. She has also been featured in Vice, New York Times and Ireland’s very own, Nialler9 following the release of her latest music video to her single called ‘Confessions.’

If you’re conflicted between the two, then don’t be! Live music in the Wiley Fox is on every Monday while Celaviedemai headline supported by Melina Malone will only happen on Wednesday 18th. Two birds in one week? I think so!

You can buy tickets for Celaviedemai’s headline here 🙂

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Galway Continental Christmas Market 2019

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If you are looking to be a little bit more adventurous on your date night this December then a trip to Galway for their annual continental christmas market will surely do the trick.

Running on its tenth year and still holding the title of being one of the top Christmas markets across Ireland, this much-loved event features festive gifts and food dishes from both local and European traders.

Overtaking the iconic Eyre Square until Saturday 22 December, foodies can expect to indulge in French pastries, crêpes and waffles, while beer lovers can enjoy a sample of traditional German beers and apple cider.

In terms of entertainment, the market will have amusement rides including a 32 metre high Big Wheel and a vintage carousel along with live music performers, puppet shows, storytelling and much more!

Date night in Ireland’s most multi-cultural city is one way to enjoy the Christmas festivities outside of the big smoke!

The Galway Christmas Market opening hours are Monday – Wednesday: 12 noon – 8pm and Thursday – Sunday: 10am – 10pm.

For more information, visit their Facebook.

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Posted on December 6, 2019

Why wine and dine when you can wine and cheese?

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The Wine & Cheese festival is back this winter after a successful summer event, giving fondue lovers a chance to taste some of Ireland’s finest farmhouse cheese and wine from the best names in Dublin.

Taking place in Jam Park, Airside Retail Park in Swords, the brie praising event will have plenty of music and entertainment for all attendees.

What better way to bond with someone than over a mutual love for le fromage bleu?

The video below will give you and insight on what to expect if you decide to purchase tickets for this festive event 🙂

Looks like a very fitting 12 dates of Crimbo if you ask me! 🙂

This winter festival is on until Saturday 12th December and you can get tickets here.

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Posted on December 2, 2019

Up for a carpet ride to the Gaiety Panto’s Aladdin?

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The Gaiety Theatre recently saw the opening night of the Arabian tale of Aladdin and following a successful date in the Gaiety last month, I didn’t have to hesitate to add one of the theatre’s musical productions to my 12 Dates of Crimbo series.

I don’t know about you, but I truly believe that one can never outgrow Disney and this year’s Gaiety Panto is one that is all about magic and embracing the inner child lurking in us all.

The Gaiety’s Aladdin is said to offer ‘magic wishes and dastardly dealings’ while promising to ‘excite and delight all ages with the extra helping of song, dance, slapstick and laughter.’

As you may or may not know, The Gaiety has hosted the annual Christmas Panto every year since 1873. Located on South King Street in Dublin, it is right and across from St. Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre and sports bar, Sinnotts.

That means you have the option of either doing a bit of shopping or having pre drinks before your date – we all know which is the obvious choice here!

This festive extravaganza has casted some favourites, including Joe Conlan as ‘Widow Twankey’ and Nicholas Grennell as ‘Abanazer.’ West End talent Julian Capolei will play ‘Aladdin’ and the beautiful ‘Suzie Seweify’ plays ‘Princess Jasmine’.

Performance Information:

Act 1: 60mins (approx)
Interval: 20mins
Act 2: 60mins (approx)

I already have my tickets booked for next week so keep an eye on my Instagram 🙂

For more booking information, be sure to visit gaietytheatre.ie

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The Address at Dublin 1 is located in the heart of Dublin’s city centre and it provides a date night deal that will undoubtedly whisk someone away during the run up to Christmas.

You may or may not have read my recent blog about my stay at this 4-star hotel. If so, then it should be no surprise that I am including it in my 12 Dates of Crimbo series.

Date night at The Address at Dublin 1 is currently offering champagne on arrival and an indulgent 4-course meal on top of an overnight accommodation.

In a nutshell, this boutique hotel makes for the perfect escape for two love birds to get away from all the hustle and bustle of Christmas. Really and truly, who wouldn’t want to indulge in a full Irish after a luxurious over night stay? 🙂

The Address Date night offer includes (for 2 People):

Overnight accommodation
Full Irish Breakfast
A bottle of House Champagne
Four Course Dinner

Date Night at The Address at Dublin 1 is priced from €259 and subject to availability. To read about the full experience of staying in The Address at Dublin 1 have at my previous blog post.

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Posted on November 29, 2019

Start the festive season with the Drogheda Christmas Festival!!!

12 Dates of Crimbo

The Late Late Toy Show is on tonight which means the countdown to Christmas has officially begun. While most people get excited around this time of year, I’ve often found the lead up to Christmas to be unnecessarily stressful.

Between the lengthy shopping queues, overcrowded roads and the general anxiety of getting a potentially insensitive gag gift, my blood pressure tends to rise a little more than usual around December.

To top it all off, it gets increasingly difficult to find the time to plan a proper date night thanks to all the Christmas-themed party invites.

As such, I have decided to compile a list of some of the most fun festive date night ideas to alleviate some of the tension around Christmas for anyone else who shares my sentiments. I have tried and tested nearly all of these at this stage and can confidently say that they’re worth every penny.

Everyday for the next 12 days, I will be sharing a date night idea for my series ‘12 Dates of Crimbo’ so you’ll have one less thing to worry about 🙂

Without further ado, here is date 1 of my 12 Dates of Crimbo series:

Anyone who has ever heard me speaking would tell you that they would never guess that Drogheda is my home town. Well, I hate to break it to you, but it most certainly is.

Drogheda is where I was bred (even if I do enunciate my words) and that is why I am recommending kicking off the festive season by going to the Drogheda Christmas Festival that will be taking place between December 6th – 8th.

This family-friendly event will see Mr. & Mrs. Claus making an appearance in front of a beautiful display of lights on St. Peter’s Church, West Street where visitors will also get the chance to enjoy a Christmas market of over 50 of the highest quality craft and food exhibitions.

The promenade at the D Hotel and Scotch Hall Shopping Centre will see a stunning vintage carousel and an outdoor cinema where couples will be able to snuggle up to watch some of the best Christmas films.

The event also promises live music & entertainment in the midst of a mini Christmas village as well as a monster bingo with plenty of prizes up for grabs.

The one thing that really stood out to me is the idea of having a toasted marshmallows stand in a Winter Wonderland setting. If that isn’t enough to entice you, then I don’t know what is! 🙂

For more details about the Drogheda Christmas Festival and what exhibitors to expect, be sure to check out the Drogheda Life.

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