Chris Tilghman, Rebecca Bertram Mary Quinn Ramer and Kay Sargent were pictured at taste of Kildare at the Curragh Racecourse organised by Into Kildare the tourism body for County Kildare Taste of Kildare, organised by Into Kildare was held at The Curragh Racecourse over the weekend (Saturday September 24 and Sunday 25). Thousands of people descended on the Kildare track where they enjoyed a weekend of premier racing and culinary delights. Over 40 different food suppliers had stands or food trucks where they displayed and sold their produce which included everything from artisan breads to handmade cheese, decadent cakes and gourmet delights. The Oaks Restaurant was the location for live cookery demonstrations on Sunday where local chefs demonstrated how they make their signature dishes and favourite meals. Celebrity chef, author and television personality Rachel Allen was one of the headline chefs on the day much to the delight of the huge crowds who gathered to watch her carry out two fantastic, interactive food demonstrations. The audience also enjoyed demonstrations by Nicola Zammit of Two Cooks, Graham Herterich of BAKE, Nathan Diamond of Ginger’s BBQ, Barry Flanagan of Lock 13 and Kildare Brewing, Michelle Lawler, The Nude Wine Co and Ian Mullarkey from the Clanard Court. Meanwhile, the Leger Suite on the third floor was the venue for a decadent 8-course tasting menu which was prepared by some of the county’s leading chefs and restaurants. Guests at the ‘St Leger Tasting Experience’ began their culinary journey with drinks supplied by Wine Lab and canapés prepared by Las Radas in Naas. The guests then enjoyed dishes from Barberstown Castle, Fairmont Carton House, Fallon’s of Kilcullen, Glenroyal Hotel, Harte’s of Kildare, Killashee Hotel, The K Club, Two Cooks and Vie de Chateaux. A selection of fabulous wine was supplied by JJ Mahons, one of the largest independent drinks companies in the Leinster area. Guests included an overseas delegation from Lexington City, members
PHOTO GALLERY: All the snaps from a hugely successful Taste of Kildare
Rachel Allen is pictured at taste of Kildare at the Curragh Racecourse organised by Into Kildare the tourism body for County Kildare
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The Mayor of Lexington and Aine Mangan were pictured at taste of Kildare at the Curragh Racecourse organised by Into Kildare the tourism body for County Kildare
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Brian Fiona and Niall O’Loughlin were pictured at taste of Kildare at the Curragh Racecourse organised by Into Kildare the tourism body for County Kildare
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Aine Mangan and Brian Fallon were pictured at taste of Kildare at the Curragh Racecourse organised by Into Kildare the tourism body for County Kildare
