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Hi, I’m Eva Pau

Managing Director of Asia Market, Ireland’s largest Asian supermarket and presenter of Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen on RTÉ One. I grew up in Asia Market in the heart of Dublin, surrounded by sacks of rice, shelves of sauces, and flavours from all across Asia. Food was never just food in my world. It was family, culture, connection, and everyday life.

My parents opened Asia Market in Dublin in the late eighties, and that little shop became my entire world. While other kids had playgrounds, I had aisles packed with ingredients most Irish people had never heard of. I learned about food by stacking shelves, helping customers, and watching my mum cook without ever measuring a thing.

Now, I’m on a mission to make Asian cooking feel as approachable and exciting as it should be. Whether you’re shopping in our store, watching me on TV, or cooking from my recipes, I want to show you that Asian ingredients aren’t intimidating.

Welcome to my kitchen. I’m so glad you’re here!

Latest Recipes

  • Dak Galbi (Korean Spicy Chicken Stir Fry)

    Dak Galbi (Korean Spicy Chicken Stir Fry)

    Traditionally cooked on a large grill or hot plate in the centre of the table, everyone gathers around to cook, share and enjoy the dish together.

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  • Japanese Chicken Cha Han Fried Rice

    Japanese Chicken Cha Han Fried Rice

    In Japan, Cha Han is often made with whatever ingredients are already in the fridge, using cold, day-old rice to create the perfect light and fluffy texture.

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  • Thai Prawn Glass Noodle Salad

    Thai Prawn Glass Noodle Salad

    It strikes the ideal balance between sweet, sour, salty and spicy, while still feeling incredibly light and refreshing.

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Latest Press

  • THE IRISH TIMES: How to shop at an international grocery store: the best sauces, dumplings and pickles

    THE IRISH TIMES: How to shop at an international grocery store: the best sauces, dumplings and pickles

    Tips and tricks from the businesses bringing east Asian, south Asian and eastern European ingredients to Ireland

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  • RTÉ 100: Eva Pau’s guide to celebrating Lunar New Year in Dublin

    RTÉ 100: Eva Pau’s guide to celebrating Lunar New Year in Dublin

    “The horse is a very important symbol in Chinese Culture,” says Asia Market’s Managing Director, Eva Pau. “It’s associated with success and power, energy and movement. It’s really positive.”

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  • IRISH INDEPENDENT: Eva Pau on ‘Seven of the best cookers for perfect rice every time’

    IRISH INDEPENDENT: Eva Pau on ‘Seven of the best cookers for perfect rice every time’

    “I absolutely love the rice cooker because it just cooks away and I can leave it while I’m preparing a main dish,” says Eva Pau (@pau_pau_foods), home cook, TV presenter…

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Latest TV & Radio

  • Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen Season 2 Episode 2: Black Sesame Yuzu Tart, Hoisin Ribs & Prawn Yúk Sung

    Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen Season 2 Episode 2: Black Sesame Yuzu Tart, Hoisin Ribs & Prawn Yúk Sung

    Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen Season 2 Episode 2, airing Wednesday 11th March at 8pm on RTÉ One, shifts from comfort‑food classics to a more vibrant, restaurant‑style spread: a Black Sesame…

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  • Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen Season 2 Episode 1: Chicken Katsu Curry, Teriyaki Salmon & Banana Fritters

    Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen Season 2 Episode 1: Chicken Katsu Curry, Teriyaki Salmon & Banana Fritters

    Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen is back for Season 2, and Episode 1 serves up a cozy trio of family‑friendly Asian dishes: Chicken Katsu Curry, Teriyaki Salmon with rice and veggies,…

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  • Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen Season 2 – RTÉ One on 4th March 8pm for 6 weeks

    Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen Season 2 – RTÉ One on 4th March 8pm for 6 weeks

    This spring, Irish screens are heating up once again as Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen returns for a brand-new six-part series — starting Wednesday, 4th March 2026 at 8pm on RTÉ One, proudly sponsored…

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My First Cookbook is Coming Up!

I’m so excited to finally share this with you—my very first cookbook, Eva Pau’s Asian Cookbook: 80 Vibrant Recipes for Every Day, is coming out on 15 October 2026!

This book is a love letter to the food I grew up with and the incredible flavours I’ve discovered through my life in Ireland’s Asian food community. Inside, you’ll find 80 recipes that are vibrant, comforting, and easy enough to cook at home—whether you’re just starting out or already love exploring Asian flavours.

I’ve included all my favourites—noodles, curries, dumplings, and sweet treats—along with tips to help you stock your pantry and cook with confidence. I can’t wait for you to experience the joy of Asian home cooking the way I do, every day.

Pre-order your copy today and be among the first to bring these recipes to life in your kitchen.

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