Chef Aidan Noctor

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Chef Aidan Noctor

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I am a Chef Restaurateur originally from Ireland based on the French Riviera. My restaurant was voted in the top 10 brunch restaurants in Ireland

My wife, a film producer, and I have been based on the French Riviera since early 2023. With more than two decades working at the highest levels in top kitchens in Ireland as head chef & executive chef, I opened my first restaurant just over 11 years ago. After 10 incredibly successful years I sold my restaurant and we moved to Cannes to follow my dream of exploring food, wine and produce in the South of France and on the Mediterranean. I am planning my next restaurant which will open in 2025.

For the past year I have been working with restaurants in Mougins, Cannes, Villefranche and Cap Ferrat. consulting on new menus and kitchen design. I also do private dining, most recently, I did a number of private dinners at the Cannes Film Festival. I love creating relaxed and intimate dinners tailored for small groups of family or friends. Allowing you time sit back, relax and enjoy time with your guests.

I have also got my sailing licence.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

Creating plates that bring people together in a convivial setting. I am passionate about seasonality and using the best local produce available.

I learned to cook at...

My first experience working in a restaurant was during my school summer holidays when I was 15 at one of the best seafood restaurants in Ireland.

A cooking secret...

Clean as you go. I believe in letting quality produce & ingredients shine. I always endeavour to create plates that sparked joy.

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