Best Irish Authors
An Irish Author for Everyone I always feel a huge sense of pride when I pick up a book by an Irish author. Our island may be small, but there is an abundance of fantastic authors out there creating enthralling…
Category Culture
Explore the richness and diversity of culture through our Culture category. Immerse yourself in the world of arts, music, film, literature and traditions that shape our society with Babylon.
Hip-Hop and Non-Stop Dublin Tradition
“Raised on songs and stories, heroes of renown. The passing tales of glory, that once was Dublin town.” Dublin has always been a hotbed of artists, writers, critics, thinkers, and indeed drinkers. From James Joyce to Imelda May, from…
9 popular Irish comedians
Do you enjoy a good laugh while watching stand-up and comedy shows? Check these Irish comedians who are especially good at bringing laughter to our lives! Dylan Moran Dylan Moran is a writer and actor, which makes him an exceptionally…
Get ready for pubs reopening: Fresh Irish music
Are you ready for Irish pubs reopening on September 21st? I’m sure you all are. We all miss a good pint after work, surrounded by friends whilst listening with admiration to the person performing. Before they reopen, you can have…
8 new cuisines you can try in Dublin
The most popular cuisines in Ireland include Chinese, Thai, Italian, Indian, and Mexican. However, there are many more international cuisines that are worth a try. Here are 8 new cuisines you can try and even more restaurants where you can…
Living in a multicultural house: 5 cultural shocks
What can living in a multicultural house gift you? Nowadays, we live in a globalized society made up of diverse ethnicities and cultures. These cultural groups have their own universe: a language, gestures, signs and background, which makes them unique.…
COVID 19 and Irish Theatre-What next?
Theatre in Ireland has been through a lot since it was first introduced by Scottish poet John Ogilby in the 17th century. His theatre, the first official theatre in Ireland was eventually shut down by puritans in 1641. When…
Dublin public libraries: the effect of the pandemic
The pandemic has built a global consciousness about what we need and what is expendable for us. These days have been a roller coaster: a lot of questions, loneliness and nostalgia; but also, more time for ourselves, for introspection and…
7 places to buy used books in Dublin
There is much to be said for buying used books. They’re more affordable, better for the environment, and have a particular old book smell to them that you can’t find anywhere else. They’re a little worn in already, so the…