Stars step out for the launch of Taste of Dublin 2025
Taste of Dublin is back for 2025, with a whole host of Irish celebs gathering to celebrate the most delicious weekend of the year.
The exclusive launch of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK, took place in Jean-Georges restaurant at The Leinster, with the evening themed around the 20th anniversary of the iconic festival.
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The evening gave the star studded guests a sneak peak of what to expect at this year's event, as it makes its return to Dublin's Merrion Square from June 12 to 15.
Bláthnaid Treacy at the exclusive Taste of Dublin 20th anniversary themed launch party in Jean-Georges at The Leinster. Pic: Brian McEvoy
Those in attendance enjoyed bespoke Taste of Dublin Glendalough Distillery gin summer drinks and enjoyed an array of signature dishes from Taste of Dublin restaurants Shaku Maku, Parrilla and Dosa Dosa.
Broadcaster, Bláthnaid Treacy, radio host, Thomas Crosse; celebrity stylist, Corina Gaffey; TV Chef, Erica Drum; Norah Casey and Two Michelin Star chef and Compass Ireland, Best in Taste Award judge Kevin Thornton were just some of the big names enjoying a bite.
Taste of Dublin, CEO, Jo Mathews, welcomed guests while sharing some exciting details around the 2025 special birthday festival programme.
Kevin Thornton and Shay Kendrick (Compass Ireland) present second place winners Parrilla with their prestigious Best Dish Award as part of the Compass Ireland Best in Taste Awards at the exclusive Taste of Dublin 20th anniversary themed launch party in Jean-Georges at The Leinster. Pic: Brian McEvoy
'Our 20th anniversary festival programme really does represent an eclectic mix of food connoisseurs, the very best of Irish and international chefs, wonderful pop-up restaurants serving flavour-packed dishes, incredible demos, inspiring masterclasses, fun musical acts and some extra special birthday surprises,' said Mathews
Shay Kendrick, Compass Ireland, was also on hand to exclusively reveal the 'Best Dish' 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners of 2025 as part of the Compass Ireland Best in Taste Awards.
The main accolade went to Shaku Maku, with Parilla and Dosa Dosa coming in a close second and third.
Kevin Thornton and Shay Kendrick congratulated all the winners complimenting the diversity and creativity of all three mouthwatering signature dishes which are sure to prove a huge hit among festival goers.
For more information on The Taste of Dublin 2025 visit tasteofdublin.ie
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