TICKETS ARE ON SALE FOR TASTE OF LONDON AT REGENT’S PARK FROM 18 TO 22 JUNE

By Tanya Howard | Founder, The Live Review London · @glamglitzlondon

London’s most exciting food festival, Taste of London, is back for it’s 21st edition, promising five days of pure culinary indulgence with a stellar line-up of restaurants, exclusive dishes, sizzling BBQ bites, and live entertainment. This year’s event promises more than 120 incredible dishes from top-tier chefs, immersive masterclasses, and hands-on cooking experiences. With tickets now on sale, it’s time to secure your spot at the city’s hottest summer event.

New to Taste of London this year are some of the most in-demand spots, including:

• Lore of the Land: Guy Ritchie’s infamous gastro pub which boasts up to a year-long waiting list for their Sunday Roast
• TĪNG: Shangri-La at The Shard’s sky-high Asian restaurant is set to shake up the line-up with its bold flavours and contemporary dishes
• Los Mochis: Pan-Pacific fusion who are the global pioneers in seamlessly blending and pushing the boundaries of Mexican and Japanese flavours
• Akira Back: An innovative fusion of Korean and Japanese cuisine from an internationally renowned chef
• Smoke & Salt: A neighbourhood restaurant whose team pride themselves on their curing, smoking and preserving techniques
• The Campaner:  A Catalonian-inspired all-day dining spot bringing the soul of Barcelona to London
• Empire Empire: Notting Hill’s much-loved purveyors of Punjabi biryani, kebabs, and curries
• Bambi: Hackney’s buzzy hi-fi bar and dining experience will make its first Taste appearance as Wednesday’s Daily Special.

Returning favourites include:

• Le Petit Beefbar: Celebrated for their premium cuts of meat and signature sauces
• Oblix at The Shard: An urban rotisserie experience with stunning cityscape views (read our review of Oblix East here)
• Roka: A top-tier robatayaki restaurant known for chargrilled perfection
• Chai Wu: Adding a luxurious twist to pan-Asian cuisine.

And with more restaurants to be announced, this is just a taste of what’s to come!

THINGS TO DO AND DRINKS TO CHEERS

Beyond the mouth-watering bites, festival-goers can step into the action with interactive masterclasses, live demos, and fiery BBQ showcases. This year’s Taste Fire Pit, hosted by DJ BBQ, features culinary stars like:

• John Chantarasak (AngloThai): Bringing modern Thai flavours to the flames
• Helen Graham: Formerly of Bubula, known for bold Middle Eastern-inspired creations
• Michelin-starred Pascal Aussignac (Club Gascon): Serving up stunning French dishes with a smoky twist.

For BBQ enthusiasts, the K-Food BBQ Cook School debuts this year, introducing authentic Korean flavours through expert-led cooking sessions.

Great food deserves great drinks, and this year’s festival delivers:

• Diageo’s AI-powered cocktail bar: Using FlavorPrint technology to craft personalised cocktails tailored to your taste
• Champagne tastings at Piper-Heidsieck’s container bar: Learn the art of pairing bubbles with bites
• El Jimador Tequila lounge: Where bold summer cocktails meet lively Latino beats
• Jack Daniel’s picnic-style lounges: A laid-back haven featuring acoustic music, cocktails, and complimentary cotton candy.

TICKETS AND TIMINGS

Opening Times

Wednesday 18 June – Sunday 22 June 2025

Wed 18 June 17:30-21:30
Thurs 19 June 12:00-16:00 & 17:30-21:30
Fri 20 June 12:00-16:00 & 17:30-21:30
Sat 21 June 12:00-16:00 & 17:30-21:30
Sun 22 June 12:00-17:00

Entry Pass:​ £24
Tasting Ticket:​ £39
All Sessions Pass: £40
VIP Tickets*: from £61
Child Ticket:​ £10 (excluding Friday sessions, where advance Child Tickets are free)

*For those wanting to level up their Taste experience, the exclusive VIP Lounge is back, offering a complimentary snack bar, live entertainment, and garden games. VIP guests will also enjoy fast-track entry and a glass of champagne to enjoy with their favourite dishes.

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Photo Credit: Carolina Faruolo (Taste sign) Andy Hughes (Food image)