DERMOT O'LEARY RETURNS TO IRELAND FOR SECOND SERIES ON ITV

Television broadcaster Dermot O’Leary is returning to Ireland for a second series of Dermot O'Leary's Taste Of Ireland for ITV1 and ITVX.

The five part series, made by Rock Oyster Media, will take the much-loved presenter back to his family roots in the Emerald Isle on a gastronomic tour, to discover the island of Ireland’s best kept delicious secrets.

From traditional Irish stew to soda bread, fresh seafood, and boxty potato pancakes - Dermot will taste his way across the island, meeting the chefs and locals that champion and celebrate Ireland’s gastronomic heritage. 

Having opened two of his own fish-themed restaurants and sharing some of his favourite home recipes on ITV’s This Morning, he is now taking his passion on the road whilst exploring Ireland’s ancient landscapes, diverse cities and stunning coastlines. 

From Michelin Star restaurants in the  in the ‘Gourmet Capital of Ireland’ Kinsale; to fishing for oysters by the sea in Cork; sitting down for some home-grown comfort food in Wexford; and exploring the buzz of the Dublin food scene; before venturing across to Northern Ireland and the bustling city of Belfast and beyond - Dermot’s Taste of Ireland promises to be a foodie delight, full of surprises.

Dermot said :"Absolutely thrilled to be back in the mothership. Dermot O’Leary’s Taste of Ireland is returning for Series 2! We’re diving back into the heart (and stomach) of the old country. Expect more delicious food and lovely, passionate people. Here’s a selection of pictures of me, looking out to sea etc etc. "

Dermot's Taste Of Ireland returns 2026 on ITV1.