If there’s a single event that could distill London’s restaurant scene into one big sun-soaked soiree, it’s Taste of London. And this June, the capital’s flagship food festival returns to Regent’s Park for its 22nd year, serving up five days of open-air feasting, legendary chef cameos and exclusive events before the main party has even started.
Running from June 17 to 21, Taste of London is pulling together more than 30 of the city’s most talked-about restaurants to dish up over 130 high-impact plates. Bringing together fine dining icons, beloved neighbourhood spots and cult favourites, the line-up is a rare chance to get together and graze across the city without ever leaving the park.
And here’s the even more exciting part: you and three friends could win VIP tickets to Taste of London. The tickets include three dish vouchers per person (including two signature dishes and one Taste exclusive dish), plus a complimentary glass of champagne. The winner will also have access to the VIP Lounge, complete with live Kiss DJs and garden games. To enter, follow @broadsheet.london and @tasteoflondon on Instagram, and tag who'd you take with you under our Taste of London competition post.
So what’s on the menu? There’s east Asian icon Roka, Italian escapism from Harry’s Dolce Vita and Eataly, tacos and tequila at Ixchel, and even Mexican-Japanese fusion at Los Mochis. Skip the usual queues for Roti King’s Malaysian comfort food, and dine on delicate dim sum from Dumplings’ Legend, Basque-inspired cuisine from Prince Arthur, and seasonal goodness from neighbourhood favourite, Rondo. Exciting newcomers to Taste include longtime Knightsbridge Italian favourite Sale e Pepe, Mayfair’s Sexy Fish and Soho’s buzzy new Georgian restaurant DakaDaka.
Beyond the plates, expect live demos and masterclasses from a mix of major culinary personalities who appear across the festival’s programme of immersive lessons and live stages – from smokey, flame-licked sessions at the Fire Pit to cooking sessions guided by experts from The British Airways Holidays Cook School and BBQ Cook School.
TV darling Big Zuu, Mezcla author Ixta Belfrage, Teal’s Sally Abé and Masterchef: The Professionals alumnus Danilo Cortellini lead the line-up. They’re joined by a broad mix of experts, including Imad Alarnab of Imad’s Syrian Kitchen, award-winning cook and author Melissa Thompson, and celebrated chef Helen Graham, as well as viral sensation Nathaniel “Natty” Mortley of 2210 by NattyCanCook.
New for 2026 is Taste of the City, a spin-off series running from June 15 to 21 that takes the action beyond Regent’s Park and into restaurants and venues across London for one-off collaborations, special menus and events. The programme will include everything from collaborative feasts and chef’s tables to wine pairings, cooking classes and terrace takeovers, with restaurants including Rondo, Chet’s, Roka, ArrosQD, Pavyllon London and Apricity all hosting exclusive experiences across the week.
Back in the park, there’s also a craft beer and cider trail, as well as live music and DJs all-day, every day.
Plus, there’s plenty of activities designed to slow the pace. The Taste Sessions in partnership with The Royal Parks will host tastings and demonstrations focused on sustainability, wellbeing and diversity by the likes of Wasted Wine Club, while the artisan producer markets showcase more than 160 producers offering everything from small-batch condiments to samples you’ll want to squeeze in between meals.
With the capital’s best chefs, producers and experts all in one place – however you decide to do it, just make sure you arrive hungry.
Taste of London will run from June 17 to 21. Tickets from £24.
To enter to win VIP tickets for you and three friends, follow @broadsheet.london and @tasteoflondon on Instagram, and tag who’d you take with you under our Taste of London competition post. Terms and conditions apply at www.broadsheet.com/london/articles/taste-of-london-competition-ts-cs.
To view the full Taste of London and Taste of the City line-ups, visit the website.