Blas na Bealtaine (A Taste of May ), returns this May with a feast of flavour, culture and community spirit, showcasing some of the very best places to eat and drink in Galway. From natural wine pairings to seafood trails, pop-up feasts, chef swaps and global flavours rooted in west of Ireland ingredients, this year’s festival is your perfect excuse to try something new, meet new people, and enjoy the buzz of Galway.
With more than 20 events already confirmed, Blas na Bealtaine is all about celebrating the city and county’s rich food scene — its diversity, its creativity, and its people.
Festival highlights include:
Daróg Wine Bar hosts two ‘Meet the Winemaker’ evenings featuring Zoltán Heimann Jnr (Hungary ) and Jonatan Garcia (Tenerife ).
Alma presents three themed feasts inspired by Portugal’s links with Africa and Asia.
Aniar Restaurant welcomes Irish micro-négociant Róisín Curley for a Burgundy wine celebration, a chef swap with the award-winning Gráinne Mullins, and an eight-course Brazilian-inspired dinner.
Fable Tours takes you west for Clifden Bites and Sights — a guided culinary adventure.
Cava Bodega collaborates with Palestinian chef Fadi Kattan and sommelier Anna Patorowicz for a special one-night dinner. They will also host a free Paella Party to celebrate its birthday on Friday May 2.
Micil Distillery and Sheridans Cheesemongers team up for an Irish craft pairing. Sheridan’s also have two cheese and wine tasting events without Micil.
Blackthorn Restaurant, Barna hosts ‘A Taste of Togetherness’ — small plates and organic wine in good company.
Pasta-making classes with Tony Carelli are back by popular demand.
Brazilian chef Laura Rosso presents an authentic Feijoada weekend.
Galway Bay Boat Tours and Galway Bay Seafood offer seafood lovers a chance to head out to sea and straight back to the plate.
Brasserie on the Corner and Micil Distillery present a spirited Irish lunch pairing.
Whether it’s a long lunch with friends, a lively dinner party, or a solo glass of wine at the bar, Blas na Bealtaine champions the places that make Galway such a sociable city. With homegrown talent, international collaborations and food experiences that span continents and cultures, this May is the perfect time to eat your way through Galway — no flight required.
Follow @atasteofgalway for updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes from participating venues. Tag your adventures with #BlasnaBealtaine and make May the month you enjoy Galway on a plate (or in a glass ).
For the full list of events and to book tickets, visit atasteofgalway.com/events
