As chef patron of the two Michelin-starred Chapter One, Mickael Viljanen is one of Ireland’s most respected culinary voices. Most memorable tripThere have been many memorable trips for different reasons, but the first time I went to the Maldives really stands out. Most memorable food experienceOne dish that really stands out was in Hong Kong, at a Chinese restaurant called Moon Bay. The top restaurants in America are not worth the money. I usually make a loose list of places I’d like to see, but I like to see how things unfold.

Source: Irish Examiner January 17, 2026 13:01 UTC