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The Dublin Trilogy, Part 3: A conversation with Chef-Owner Kevin Burke, Library Street
From Patrick Guilbaud to Pollen Street Social and back home to Dublin, Library Street's Kevin Burke reflects on building a restaurant rooted in pure flavour, team culture and a city he says is "seriously cool". With The Knife, Kevin talks about Michelin pressure, coddle cravings, and why stripping a dish back is often the hardest – and most rewarding – move.

Cat Thomson
Feb 207 min read


The Dublin Trilogy, Part 2: A conversation with Chef-Owner Kevin O'Donnell, Comet
After a decade abroad, Kevin O’Donnell returned to Dublin from 2 Michelin starred Kadeau to open Comet with his wife, Laura. In this candid interview with The Knife, he talks about creative risk, Bastible’s backing, the pressure of early Michelin hype, homesickness in an airport departure lounge, and why sometimes the most beautiful thing in the kitchen is simply peeling carrots.

Cat Thomson
Feb 118 min read


The Dublin Trilogy, Part 1: A conversation with Chef-Patron Mickael Viljanen, Chapter One
From Stockholm to Dublin via Finland, Mickael Viljanen’s journey is one of graft, instinct and quiet ambition. In this candid interview, the Chapter One chef patron reflects on immigration, pressure, Michelin stars and the responsibility of cooking at the highest level; why accolades matter, why humility matters more, and what it really takes to make people leave happier than they arrived.

Cat Thomson
Feb 48 min read


Inside the Galgorm Collection’s Vision for World-Class Hospitality and Dining
From spa sanctuaries to destination dining, Northern Ireland’s Galgorm Collection is setting a new standard in luxury hospitality. Discover how this award-winning group – spanning countryside retreats, historic inns and standout city restaurants – is redefining what it means to eat, stay and unwind in style across the region.

James Massoud
Jun 10, 20258 min read
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