The Happy Pear David and Stephen Flynn with Sarah Butler
Dublin’s foodie festival, Taste of Dublin officially opened its gates today after being named one of Europe’s best food festivals. Returning to the glorious surroundings of Merrion Square, it celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, with over 30,000 visitors expected across the weekend.
Taste of Dublin was 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.
At its official launch this week, well known faces were spotted including Kayleigh Trappe, Louise McSharry, Sarah Morrissey, Tony Cantwell, Norah Casey and Peter McGann.
The Happy Pear David and Stephen Flynn with Sarah ButlerBorja Bedoya from Tasting Spain is presented with the Best Visitor Experience Award by Yvonne Mullally from Compass Ireland and Laura WoodsNicola Martin from Glendalough Distillery is presented with the Most Impactful Feature Award Award by Yvonne Mullally from Compass Ireland and Laura WoodsAliha Saleem and Wiki Tanska from Daata Restaurant presented with the Best Front of House Experience Award by Yvonne Mullally from Compass IrelandTJ HylandMarietta DoranEdwards HaydenRobbie Kane and Thomas CrosseThomas Crosse at the opening of Taste of Dublin 2025, in association with JYSK. Taste of Dublin is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year and takes place across the weekend from 12th – 15th June in Merrion Square. Pictures Brian McEvoy No Repro FeeNorah CaseyJo MathewsNina MasseyFaye ShorttCiara MoloneyRosalind LipsettSarah MorrisseyRoni Tuominen , Eamonn Breen ,John Keane , Francisco Elizundo and Ciaran HearnsLaura Woods and Jo MathewsOrla Snook O Carroll and Anna Snook O Carroll from Valentia Island Vermouth are presented with the Best Dressed Exhibitor Award by Yvonne Mullally from Compass Ireland and Laura WoodsLaura WoodsErica Drum
