Tag Archive | ireland

Jam Art Factory: Dublin’s Local Art Hotspot

While all the tourists were cruising past St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, my attentions were focused around the corner. Jam Art Factory is a funky indie shop and gallery space that sells photos, toys, paintings, sculptures, handmade cards and postcards — all by local contemporary artists in Ireland. While I highly encourage shopping locally, I […]

Al’s Stage Door Cafe: Dublin, Ireland

By Kristine Hope Kowalski February 28, 2013 4 Comments

“There are no strangers here, only friends who haven’t met yet.” Walking through the bustling theater district of Dublin‘s Temple Bar section, I stumbled across Al’s Stage Door Cafe. After stopping in, I found that this spot really lives up to its tagline. This delightful little place is the perfect place to warm up with […]

Queen of Tarts: Dublin, Ireland

By Kristine Hope Kowalski January 16, 2013 3 Comments

So you’re walking down Dame Street in Dublin and you have a major case of the snack attacks. Whatever should you do?! My recommendation? Pop into the marvelous Queen of Tarts for an adorable pastry. This quaint eatery is smack dab in the heart of the big city. Even if you won’t be hanging around […]