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Taking my passion for using the best of local and seasonal ingredients I create dishes that are comforting, creative and delicious.

I am a professional chef for the last three years. After doing the Ballymaloe Cookery Course I moved to Australia where I have worked ever since. I initially worked at the popular wine bar Hope St Radio and then moved onto the beautiful garden to table restaurant Julie situated in the Abbotsford Convent where I worked as sous chef. In addition I have worked a number of pop ups and catering events during my time as a chef working with brands including Aesop, Salomons, Mecca and ByRedo as well as private dinner services for clients. I am driven by creating an intimate experience of food, connection and community for all my guests no matter the venue or setting.

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For me, cooking is...

A beautiful purposeful thing that feeds and nourishes people, it embodies creativity and the eating experience fosters community and connection.

I learned to cook at...

Ballymaloe Cookery School was my primary training, it engrained in me completely the importance behind your ingredients and where they come from.

A cooking secret...

Putting love and care into every dish, no matter how formal or casual a setting, this meal is to nourish the person that is eating it.

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Chef Aoife's reviews

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3 services

Amazing experience with Aoife - she cooked a beautiful and personalised meal for our group. Would highly recommend.

We had a “medieval feast” with Aoife at the Ballindooley Castle near Galway. It was amazing. Aoife was friendly, professional, and accommodating to food preferences. She created amazing meals using local produce and helped understand their origin. Best focaccia and potatoes in Ireland! Delicious and full of flavour. We highly recommend Aoife. Aoife excellence!