Inspire your palette through our foodie insider series, a deep dive into the minds of Ireland’s finest chefs and fellow food lovers.
Since 2022, Alex Petit has been serving as the Group Executive Chef for Trigon Hotels in Cork. Hailing from France, Alex’s culinary philosophy blends global training with local, seasonal cooking, with a strong dedication to sustainability and backing small producers across Cork and beyond.
What are your top 3 restaurants in Ireland?
For a truly immersive experience: DEDE in Baltimore, West Cork. Each course tells a story, and the team of chefs come out to explain the plates; you can feel their pride and affection for both their Turkish heritage and the outstanding produce from West Cork
For a refined lunch: Kicky’s in Dublin. The service is superb, the dishes are tasty, and the drinks list is excellent; dining there is always a real treat.
For a family-friendly option: The Dock Wall in Union Hall, West Cork. Casual, consistently excellent fare, friendly service and stunning harbour views, this family-owned restaurant is always bustling—a good sign for any eatery. They source their fish from the harbour just a five-minute walk away, and you can taste the freshness.
Best coffee spots in Ireland?
Drip in Rosscarbery: Born out of a coffee truck on Warren Beach in Rosscarbery, Shane, a local, opened his first coffee shop there with great success. It’s a fantastic place to meet friends for quality coffee and homemade pastries
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Aoife Brennan
I write about culture, gastronomy, and lifestyle with a deep interest in the places, people, and traditions that shape how we live. I am drawn to stories that feel thoughtful, vivid, and rooted in real experience, whether they begin in a gallery, around a table, or in the rhythm of everyday life.
