Ireland’s culinary scene has exploded in recent years, with local producers and international chefs bringing their flair and flavour to the Emerald Isle.
One Irish city has gained a brand new accolade. It has been named among the best in Europe for food markets.
The list, compiled by luggage storage network Radical Storage, revealed the best cities for getting stuck in and trying the culinary delights on offer.
The team analysed more than 300,000 Google reviews and almost 1,100 establishments to determine which markets have the nicest food and offer the best value for money.
Epic food in the Irish capital – home to some of the best food markets in Europe
According to their analysis, Dublin was the Irish city which ranked among the best in Europe for food markets.
Ranking at number six with an index rating of 5.14, the Irish capital is a must-visit for a food-focused city break.
Revealing their findings, they wrote, “Food markets and dining halls have been a staple of European culture for centuries.
“Vendors have been selling delicacies on the streets since the days of Ancient Greece. However, the ornate covered markets and grand food halls we know today are a 19th-century phenomenon.”
The best food markets in Europe – foodie capitals of the continent
Perhaps unsurprisingly, London took the top spot on the list of cities that are best for food markets. With iconic destinations such as Camden Market and Borough Market, hungry visitors will be spoilt for choice.
Spain claimed its place firmly on the list as the cities of Madrid and Barcelona ranked second and third. The French capital of Paris followed in fourth.
Just beating the Irish city to rank fifth best in Europe for food markets is Krakow in Poland. Meanwhile, Lisbon followed closely behind Dublin in seventh.
Closing out the top ten, Warsaw ranked eighth, followed by Zaragoza in ninth and Valencia in tenth. View the full list of methodology on the Radical Storage website here.
