In Pics: Taste of Dublin kicks off 20th anniversary in style
Taste of Dublin officially opened its gates on Thursday.
The food festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
Taking place in association with JYSK, Taste of Dublin has returned to Merrion Square. Laura Woods at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy
More than 30,000 visitors are expected across the weekend.
A host of well-known faces stepped out to soak up the foodie festivities at Thursday's official launch.
Laura Woods kicked off the celebrations in style. Sarah Morrissey and Rosalind Lipsett at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy
Faye Shortt, Sarah Morrissey, Rosalind Lipsett, Edward Hayden, Thomas Crosse and Marietta Doran were also spotted.
Taste of Dublin was recently named in the top 25 food festivals in Europe by Big 7, a travel website that specialises in rounding up the best experiences, food and drink spots and activities around the world.
A stellar line-up of Irish and international chefs will feature at Taste of Dublin throughout the weekend. Faye Shortt at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy
There will also plenty of entertainment for visitors to enjoy.
Commenting at the official opening on behalf of Taste of Dublin, CEO, Equinox Events, Jo Mathews, said: 'We are thrilled to officially open this year's festival and continue our 20th anniversary celebrations. Jo Mathews at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy
'It's been a wonderful two decades of highlighting the magnificent restaurants, innovative artisan producers and expert chefs from across Ireland and we thank all of those here today who are sharing their creativity and expertise.
'It's a joy to see so many people soaking up the atmosphere and we can't wait to welcome many more across the weekend!' Nina Massey at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy Edward Hayden at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy Thomas Crosse at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy Marietta Doran at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy Norah Casey at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy Ciara Moloney at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy Rosalind Lipsett at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy Sarah Morrissey at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy TJ Hyland at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy Erica Drum at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Pic: Brian McEvoy
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