What’s the story with Banco? The queues speak for themselves – not since 2008 have we seen such a run on a Banco around here. The new Italian bakery from Roberto Mungo is the third tricolour he’s planted on Stoneybatter’s main street, and one rallied to by locals and blow-ins alike with the same fervour as his still-packed Grano and neighbouring wine bar A Fianco. What should we get? Planning, for one – arrive at the wrong time and you’ll spend half your day in a hangry
We've all been there. Your special birthday or anniversary eve is coming up, or you have to book something good for that foodie friend who's back in town for one night only, and you suddenly realise - oh no! it's a Monday! Well the start of the week is no longer a dining desert. Some of the city's best restaurant have taken to opening on Mondays, and here's 34 options for special occasions, drinks and small plates, and neighbourhood hideaways... Special Occasions Etto, Merrio
We all know that salad and sunshine go together like… well, tasty cold food and hot weather. We’re officially at that time of the year where eating salad for at least one meal a day stops being an unchecked item on your to-do list, and turns into an activity to plan your day, and Insta stories, around. Here's where to head for when you can't possibly face a hot meal... Sprout, various locations in Dublin We think it's safe to say that the most loved place in Dublin for a sala