Our Top Picks for Eat Spain Drink Spain 2026
Spain is coming to Ireland during the month of September, and we are very much here for it. Eat Spain Drink Spain runs from the 11th – 27th September 2026, bringing two weeks of Spanish food, wine and general good craic to restaurants, wine bars and shops around the country.
Lined up are oodles of tastings, special offers and plenty of opportunities to eat and drink your way through Spain without having to endure airport security at Terminal One.
The festival is a celebration of Spanish food and drink in all its glorious forms. There’ll be workshops, tastings, competitions and lots of chances to stock up on Spanish goodies. Basically, if you’re partial to a glass of Albariño, and a plate of jamón, this one’s for you.
Neighbourhood Wines
Coming in hot at number six, are the wine tastings at Neighbourhood Wines. On both the 17th and 23rd of September, the lads are hosting a Spanish wine tasting, taking punters on a whistle-stop tour through some of the country’s best wine regions and, (almost as importantly), what to eat alongside them. While Albarino and Rioja might be the first names that spring to mind when we think Spanish wines, they are only the tip of the iceberg folks. And that iceberg is massive..
There’ll also be Spanish snacky bits to nibble on while you’re learning how to pair wine and food. Basically it’s an all round good time for anyone who likes wine – so, everyone.
Where? 11a Lower Baggot Street, D02 HW44 and 141 Upper Leeson Street Lower, D04 A6N4
When? Thursday 17th (Leeson St) & Wednesday 23rd (Baggot St) September from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
How much? €55
Camerino Bakery x Sea Shanty
Upstairs in Conways Bar in Blackrock you’ll find Sea Shanty, a unique little oyster bar and small-plates spot tucked into the top floor of a traditional pub. We’re big fans of their commitment to produce – they’re one of the few restaurants sourcing their oysters directly from the farms themselves, rather than through a seafood supplier, which we love to see.
For Eat Spain Drink Spain, they’re joining forces with the ever-effervescent Camerino Café & Bakery, who arrived in the neighbourhood last year. Together, they’re bringing a little sarao to Blackrock for two evenings – in Camerino’s gaff on the 20th, and in Sea Shanty on the 24th of September. Expect both kitchens to be getting stuck in, with an evening of Andalusian-inspired small bites, tapas and Spanish wines. If Sea Shanty has been on your list but you haven’t quite made it out – this is your excuse.
Where? Camerino Café & Bakery: 4 Newtown Park, Blackrock, A94 YW21, and Sea Shanty: 3 Main St, Blackrock, A94 NA06.
When? Sunday 20th (Camerino Café & Bakery) & Thursday 24th (Sea Shanty) September from 6pm.
How much? Bites starting from €5 and wines from €15
Picado x Sarah & Olive
If you’re anything like us, the thought of a wine tasting is enough to get you excited. Sampling, comparing, contrasting, sniffing, swirling and trying to identify exactly what you’re tasting – it’s a food and drink geek’s idea of a good time. So, naturally, we’re very into the idea of an olive oil tasting.
On September 21st, olive oil sommelier Sarah Merrigan will host an olive oil tasting masterclass at Picado Mexican Pantry. Running from 12.30 – 3pm, the afternoon will explore the flavours, aromas and character of some seriously good olive oils, before moving on to a relaxed, family-style Mexican lunch prepared by Ms Picado herself, Lily Ramirez.
You had us at olive oil tasting.
Where? Picado Mexican Pantry, 44a Richmond St South, D02 R603
When? Monday, 21st September from 12:30 – 3pm
How Much? €45
Cava Bodega in Galway
Over on the West Coast, JP McMahon is jumping aboard the Eat Spain Drink Spain train by curating a special Spanish 10 course tasting menu inspired by the Balearic Islands – the archipelago that’s home to Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera. The menu features a mixture of Balearic classics like Coca de Trampó, Mahón croquettes, Calamari with sobrasada, braised lamb shoulder, and ensaïmada to finish. They’ve paired the dishes with a selection of specially chosen wines from the islands, and at less than €50 a head for 10 courses – this is insane value.
Where? Cava Bodega, Middle Street, Galway, H91 AF89
When? For the month of September
How Much? €49
Kicky’s x Bodegas Roda x Bodegas La Horra
Kicky’s is getting into the Spanish spirit on the 15th of September with its latest Wine Club Dinner, celebrating the wines of Bodegas Roda and Bodegas La Horra in collaboration with Solera Wines and Albert Baginski of Wine Insider. The evening comes in the form of five courses, with each dish designed to show off the character of each of the wines. Víctor Charcán will be travelling over from Rioja to talk guests through the bottles, while Eric will take care of the food and pairings.
Five courses, great Spanish wine, and plenty to talk about – this is the Tuesday night that dreams are made of.
Where? Kicky’s, South Great George’s Street, D02 WK13
When? Tuesday, 15th September from 7pm
How Much? €210
CHAR x Locos del Vino
Yours truly are teaming up with Locos Del Vino for a night of Spanish wine and tapas at our HQ and event space G.A.S. From 6 – 9pm, we’ll be pouring four wines from the Torres range to work your way through: a crisp Verdejo, an Albariño, and two Tempranillos from Rioja and Ribera del Duero. Each wine will be paired with a whole host Spanish nibbles, including tortilla, ham and Manchego croquettes and tomato tartare on sourdough. Not to mention spot prizes on the night. Spanish wine, good snacks and a tenner entry? These tickets will go fast so hop to it.
Where? G.A.S. 34 Pearse Street, Dublin 2, D02 CF84
When? Thursday, September 17th from 6 – 9pm
How Much? €10
