
Taste of Dublin Marks 20 Years with Another Yummy Festival
Dublin's most flavour-packed festival is back – and this year, it's bigger, bolder, and tastier than ever.
From June 12–15, the iconic Taste of Dublin, in association with JYSK, returns to the lush surroundings of Merrion Square, marking 20 years of unforgettable food, fun, and festivity. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply seeking the ultimate day out with friends, this milestone edition is not to be missed.
Taste of Dublin isn't just another food festival, it's a celebration of how far Ireland's culinary scene has come. Across four days, the city centre will come alive with pop-up restaurants, sizzling food stalls, and artisan producers serving up everything from Irish classics to international flavours. Taste of Dublin Pic: Supplied
With live cooking demos from Ireland's top chefs and interactive masterclasses for hands-on fun there will be endless foodie inspiration at every turn!
But it's not just about the food… The Bulmers Music Stage will keep the party going with performances from feel-good favourites like Smash Hits, Spring Break, The Runaways, and The Swing Cats – creating the perfect soundtrack to a sun-soaked weekend in the city. Taste of Dublin Pic: Supplied
If you're looking for a real treat, the Häagen-Dazs VIP Suite is back and better than ever this year, offering a luxurious escape within the festival. VIP ticket holders can enjoy: Fast-track entry
Lounge access with unreserved seating
Exclusive restrooms and cloakroom
A chilled glass of Laurent Perrier Champagne
A fragrant Glendalough Wild Rose Gin & Tonic
A revitalising Caffè Vergnano coffee
And of course, a Häagen-Dazs ice cream treat
If you upgrade to the VIP Suite Bundle, and you'll also receive two Signature Dishes from the festival's standout restaurants, making it the ultimate way to indulge. Taste of Dublin Pic: Supplied
To mark this milestone anniversary, Taste of Dublin is releasing a limited-edition cookbook,
Taste of Dublin: The Recipes, featuring delicious dishes from Irish culinary icons like Neven Maguire, Rachel Allen, Donal Skehan, and Trisha Lewis.
Available to pre-order for €17.50, a portion of proceeds will support the Dublin Simon Community, making it a feel-good keepsake in every sense.
Standard tickets for Taste of Dublin start from just €20.50, while the VIP Packages are from €57.50
Tickets and full festival info available now at the official Taste of Dublin website.
Whether you come for the flavours, the music, or the atmosphere, one thing's for sure – this is the tastiest birthday party Dublin's ever seen!
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