- Dublin hosts the 2026 Aramark International Chefs’ Cup on the 2nd to 4th of June.
- Twenty chefs from ten countries and regions participate in the event.
- Ana Nechita and Philip Morrissey represent Ireland in the competition.
- Panels of Irish and international judges evaluate tasting and technical skills.
- The live contest takes place at TU Dublin with the winner announced in Croke Park.
Dublin is hosting the 2026 Aramark International Chefs’ Cup from the 2nd to the 4th of June and welcomes 20 chefs from several countries. The event brings together participants from Canada, China, Czechia, Germany, Ireland, Korea, Latin America, Luxembourg, Spain and England. Irish representatives include Ana Nechita and Philip Morrissey.
Judges assessed entries on flavour, balance, creativity, presentation, technique, sustainability and execution during the competition at TU Dublin Grangegorman. The tasting panel included Derry Clarke, Ross Lewis, Paul Flynn and others while the technical panel featured Michael Nehrdich and colleagues. The winner received recognition at a gala dinner in Croke Park.
Derek Reilly shared “This is a serious culinary contest.” Derek Reilly shared “The judges will be looking for flavour first, but they will also be looking at balance, technique, creativity, presentation, sustainability and the choices behind each dish.” Derek Reilly shared “Ana Nechita and Philip Morrissey will represent Ireland on home ground, which is a huge achievement.”
