- The Joe Shannon Memorial Culinary Competition 2026 has taken place in Dublin.
- Pavel Mikeska from Thyme Restaurant in Athlone has won one top award.
- Anastasiia Skurtu from Wineport Lodge in Glasson has secured the other top award.
- The event has taken place at the Unilever Kitchen.
- The competition has honoured the late Joe Shannon annually.
The 2026 Joe Shannon Memorial Culinary Competition has taken place at the Unilever Kitchen in Dublin. Pavel Mikeska of Thyme Restaurant in Athlone and Anastasiia Skurtu of Wineport Lodge in Glasson have received the top honours in the annual event. The competition has honoured the memory of the late Joe Shannon through professional culinary challenges.
Participants have demonstrated skills in a competitive setting that has supported talent development within Irish hospitality. The event has continued as an established fixture in the culinary calendar. Winners have gained recognition for their contributions to restaurant kitchens across Ireland.
A written release shared “Pavel Mikeska of Thyme Restaurant in Athlone and Anastasiia Skurtu of Wineport Lodge in Glasson were named winners of the 2nd annual Joe Shannon Memorial Culinary Competition 2026.”
