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As Refillz shops emerge, cost and plastic reduction remain uncertain
By Iqra Siddiqui Plastic is embedded in everyday life, shaping how people shop, consume, and dispose. But refill shops are emerging as an alternative, offering a way to cut down on single-use packaging. But higher costs and convenience barriers continue to influence consumer behaviour. Experts suggest it could help reduce plastic waste. However, the question…
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The clothing brand Sui Dhaghaa is the story of Poojan Mahajan’s journey of creativity and resilience. When Mahajan moved from India to Ireland for her studies, she never imagined she would build a clothing brand that blends South Asian traditions with a new country. “I was having an Indian Masala Tea and thought I needed…
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The newly restored Blackrock Tearooms has become the site of a new Mister Magpie café. The restoration is part of a larger development plan by the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council.
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TheCity caught up with up-and-coming comedian Darren Gaffney to chat about his first solo gig, the high and lows of live performance, and why getting barred from a place isn’t always permanent. By Rebecca Reilly Originally from the small village of Kilnaleck in County Cavan, which, according to Darren, had the record for most pubs per capita in Ireland, his upbringing was typical of rural Ireland. His mum is a…
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The Dublin Mind Body Experience was held over three days at the end of February and the beginning of March, bringing together a variety of exhibitors in the fields of holistic health, yoga and general wellness. By Adam Jackson The scent of incense was thick in the air in the RDS hall four, with almost 200 stalls set up, displaying a variety of products and…
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Inspired by the ancient civilisation of Mohenjo-Daro, Moenjo restaurant blends its centuries-old traditions with contemporary dining in Rathmines, Dublin. By Iqra Siddiqui Irish customers outside the restaurant are reading about Pakistani traditional cuisine, drawing attention to the Moenjo as a cultural bridge between Pakistani Cuisine and Irish dining culture. Photo Credit: Iqra Siddiqui/TheCity.ie Moenjo Restaurant officially opened in Dublin on 9th February 2026. Founded…
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As inflation and the high cost of living continue to shape consumers’ spending habits, second-hand fashion has emerged as one of the fastest growing retail businesses among young consumers in Dublin. Globally, the second-hand apparel market is projected to reach $350 billion by 2028, growing three times faster than the overall apparel market, according to the ThredUp 2024 Resale Report. Recent research by PayPal also shows that over 780,000 adults purchased second-hand clothes in a single year, totaling more…
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