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Sugarloaf Bakery and Pastry Shop Dublin – We Popped In and Were Pleasantly Surprised

We were walking back to our hotel after a free-and-easy walking tour around the city when we spotted Sugarloaf Bakery and Pastry Shop. Didn’t plan to stop – we just saw it on the way and thought, why not? Glad we did. A Brazilian Bakery in Dublin – That Explains Everything Once we stepped inside, we […]

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The Duck Cafe Dublin: The Cute Little Gem Near Croke Park

Our last day in Dublin and we decided to just keep it free and easy with no fixed plans. We were staying at the Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre and my hubby suggested we take a walk to Croke Park, the largest stadium in Ireland. At the same time, explore the surrounding neighbourhood. While […]

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Bunsen Dublin Review: Simple Menu, Serious Burgers

Ever since we had what I can only describe as a life-changing burger at Manhattn’s in Brussels, my husband and I have been chasing that high. So when a quick Google search for the best burgers in Dublin kept throwing up one name — Bunsen — we didn’t hesitate. We went straight to their Dame Street outlet, […]

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The Brazen Head Dublin Review – A Pint Inside Ireland’s Oldest Pub

If you’ve read my earlier post on Brannigans Bar, you’d know why Irish pubs hold a special significance to me. So on this trip to Dublin, The Brazen Head was one place I really wanted to check out. Established in 1198, it’s said to be Ireland’s oldest pub — and honestly, I was just curious to see […]

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Brannigans Bar Dublin: Guinness, Seafood Chowder & Proper Irish Pub Grub

While waiting to check in at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre, we wandered over to Brannigans Bar for lunch. Just a 3-minute walk away. One of my top reasons for wanting to visit Dublin? Experiencing a traditional Irish pub for beer and hearty pub fare. Irish pubs hold a special place in my heart […]

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