Located in Tallaght, Priory Market is a new food market that offers a unique opportunity for immigrant chefs to showcase their talents and cuisines. The market, opening on June 20th, provides a platform for diverse flavors from around the world, ranging from Indian to Venezuelan cuisine.

Supporting Immigrant Communities

Anna Haugh, the chef-owner of Myrtle restaurant in London, is spearheading this initiative to bring a food hall, brewery, and roastery to Tallaght. The project is a social enterprise that supports immigrant communities by providing them with a space to establish their businesses without the burden of rent or fitout costs.

The Priory Market model is designed for sustainability, with profits reinvested into local jobs, training, and community programs. It aims to serve as a blueprint for other cities to support small food businesses and immigrant communities.

A Culinary Journey

The vendors at Priory Market offer a diverse range of cuisines, from Indian and Afro-Caribbean to Korean and Mexican. The carefully selected vendors, most of whom are family-run businesses, bring unique flavors and culinary traditions to the market.

• Delhi2Dublin offers handmade Indian dishes
• Afro-Caribbean flavors are served by Bless Up
• Flavouritos brings Venezuelan street food
• Seoul Kitchen presents Korean classics
• El Milagro offers Mexican dishes
• Zaira focuses on Lebanese cooking with Brazilian roots
• Buongusto serves fresh pasta
• Mama's Boy specializes in Vietnamese banh mi
• Hell Fire Grill focuses on fire-cooked meats and plant-based options
• Park 27 offers Asian street food with bold flavors
• Coke Lane Pizza serves wood-fired pizza

A Sustainable Approach

Priory Market is committed to sustainability, with all packaging being 100% compostable. The market aims to streamline waste management by mulching on-site and growing herbs and plants using compost from the vendors.

The space itself is a blend of reclaimed and purpose-built elements, with a focus on comfort and functionality. It includes co-working kitchens, a private speakeasy room, and a demo/events space upstairs to support emerging chefs in testing, scaling, and growing their businesses.

Empowering Immigrant Chefs

For immigrant chefs like Femi and Margaret Abonde of Bless Up, Priory Market provides a cost-effective platform to showcase their modern African-Caribbean dishes. The market offers a collaborative atmosphere where vendors can share ideas and support each other in their culinary endeavors.

Similarly, Delhi2Dublin and Flavouritos are excited to transition from weekend markets to a permanent home at Priory Market. They are looking forward to serving their diverse cuisines to a steady crowd and building a loyal customer base.

Creating a Culinary Destination

With a focus on authentic flavors and cultural exchange, Priory Market aims to be a culinary destination that celebrates diversity and creativity. The market offers a unique opportunity for vendors to connect with customers, share their culinary heritage, and build a thriving food community in Tallaght.