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2023 food trends
Here at Dish Cult we’ve been speaking to experts in the field, from restaurant owners to leading chefs, and asked them what we can expect as food trends for 2023. There were four trends that really stood out: Sustainability, plant-based menus, locally sourced ingredients and seasonal dishes.
Rather than leaving it there though, we’ve gone one step further and rounded up the best restaurants around Ireland that have got their fingers on the pulses and are already incorporating some or all of these trends in their venues. So, here’s our guide to 2023’s food trends and where to eat them in Ireland.
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Loam is a Michelin starred restaurant and wine bar located just off Eyre Square in Galway city. It first opened its doors in November 2014 and is owned and run by Head Chef Enda McEvoy; it’s since been voted ‘Best Restaurant in Ireland‘ at the 2019 Irish Restaurant Awards. The menu focuses on seasonal, local food and the menu changes daily to reflect this.
This venue is currently not accepting online reservations through Dish Cult.
Thyme
Locally Sourced, Seasonal
Thyme was opened in November 2007 by John Coffey and his wife Tara with the idea of showcasing the fabulous producers the midlands region of Ireland has to offer, in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Thyme has gone from strength to strength over the years, including winning numerous prestigious accolades such as being awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand and winning Best Restaurant in Westmeath and Leinster at the Irish Restaurant Awards. The food is best described as modern Irish and is based on the seasons, so menus change accordingly.
The Lemon Tree
Locally Sourced
The Lemon Tree is a family-run restaurant established in 1999 in the heart of Letterkenny, along Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way. The cooking style here is modern, seasonal Irish, using as many ingredients as possible from the island of Ireland, particularly Donegal.
Eco Pizzeria and Restaurant
Pizza, Plant Based, Vegan Friendly 
At Eco Pizzeria and Restaurant, located in Gorey, Co. Wexford, the team prides itself on its delicious food, excellent service and superb atmosphere. As well as famous stone baked pizzas, you’ll also find Asian flavours in the Eco World section of the menu. We love the vegan Pad Thai Jay made with tofu, carrot, spring onion, lime and beansprouts, as well as the vegan Eco Beetroot Burger.
This venue is currently not accepting online reservations through Dish Cult.
Mae is a new neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Ballsbridge Village with a focus on seasonal food and interesting wines. It’s attracted a lot of hype and positive reviews this year, so we’re predicting big things for the supremely talented chef Grainne O’Keefe and her restaurant. Definitely not one to miss in 2023 – get your table booked now!
