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13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
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
Irish Daily Mirror
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Taste of Dublin unveils limited edition cookbook to raise money for charity
Taste of Dublin bosses have revealed a star-studded recipe book ahead of this year's food festival in a bid to raise money for a homeless charity. The food festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary with the launch of a specially curated cookbook Taste of Dublin: The Recipes with signature dishes from some of Ireland's favourite chefs; including Donal Skehan, Derry Clarke, Nevin Maguire, Rachel and Darina Allen and Mark Moriarty. A percentage of the proceeds from each sale of this limited-edition cookbook will go directly to the Dublin Simon Community. Taste of Dublin: The Recipes is a special collection of 20 former festival demo dishes that reflect the Irish contemporary food scene and its evolution over the past two decades. Jo Mathews, Taste of Dublin, CEO, Equinox Events, said: "We are delighted to be launching our 20th anniversary programme of celebrations with this unique cookbook. "It has been a thoroughly enjoyable labour of love to produce, and I want to sincerely thank all those who kindly contributed their time and immense talent to create this exceptional collection of recipes. "The cookbook is complemented by mouth-watering photography as well as insightful anecdotes from our stellar line-up of chefs, some of whom have been with us at the festival from year one. "We are proud to be partnering with Dublin Simon Community with a portion of each book sale going towards their vital work. "We look forward to the festival in June and celebrating this milestone occasion with all involved." Emma Kilkenny, Director of Fundraising and Communications at Dublin Simon Community, added: "The funds raised from the book will help us provide vital housing and healthcare services for people experiencing homelessness. "Every year, we offer over 300,000 meals to people living in our services, providing nourishment and a sense of community."
