Dubin’s award-winning Thai and Vietnamese restaurant Saba is delighted to announce that it has taken home three prestigious awards at the third annual Asian Restaurant Awards.
The awards ceremony took place on Tuesday, 30th September, at the Castleknock Hotel, Dublin 15, with over 250 guests in attendance and a total of 59 awards were presented across a wide range of categories.
We are thrilled that Saba took home the award for:
– Best Thai Takeaway – Saba to Go, Dublin
– Best Thai Cocktail Experience – Saba, Baggot Street
– Legacy Award – Posthumously awarded to Taweesak Trakoolwattana
The Legacy Award was a particularly poignant honour, recognising Executive Chef Tao’s outstanding contribution to Thai cuisine in Ireland. Tao, who worked closely with founder Paul Cadden, led the culinary side of the Saba Group for over 20 years.
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Asian Restaurant Awards, held in The Castleknock Hotel, Dublin.
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“We are immensely proud of these awards,” said Paul Cadden. “The Legacy Award was such an honour and was deeply meaningful for all of us at Saba. Tao and I first met 25 years ago, and together we set up Saba. He introduced so many people to Thai cuisine and was a brilliant chef, teacher and great fun. He passed away earlier this year, and we are very grateful to the Asian Restaurant Awards for recognising him. We miss him, however, his legacy continues through his recipes, the Saba team and family, including his two nephews who work with us”.
Saba is beyond thrilled with these wins and remains committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests, now and always! Thanks to the continued support of our customers, your support over the years has been crucial to our success.
