New head Chef at Castle Hotel has something special on menu for Macroom
The Castle Hotel in Macroom has announced the appointment of Eoin O’Connor as its executive head chef.
Eoin is described as a highly skilled senior head chef with a passion for creating atmospheric dining experiences for his clientele. Previous senior positions in The Montenotte, The Devlin Dublin and Garryvoe Hotel mean Eoin is rich in experience and demonstrates a desire to stay abreast of, and take inspiration from, modern gastronomy.
Hotel general manager Rory Buckley said: “The Buckley family and staff are extremely excited and honoured to welcome Eoin to Macroom. We have already enjoyed some very positive feedback from our wonderful customers on Eoin’s appointment.
“We really look forward to the skill, expertise and experience that Eoin will bring to our team’.
Speaking about his appointment, the new head chef said the first thing that drew him to the hotel was the familiar feeling, warm family atmosphere. “The hotel’s esteemed reputation, rooted in its history and connection to the local community, aligns perfectly with my own values,” he said. “Having access to excellent local suppliers and producers also plays a pivotal role, as it allows for the creation of truly remarkable dishes that speak to the heart of West Cork. Working within a family-run establishment that cherishes both tradition and innovation is a unique opportunity I eagerly embrace.”
He added that the staff and local community have been “exceptionally welcoming”.
He also said that he has some changes in the pipeline.
“One of the most exciting changes we have in the pipeline is our new Sunday brunch,” he said. “We’ve noticed that Sunday mornings in Macroom have a quiet charm, with few offerings around town. We see this as a wonderful opportunity to introduce our dynamic and vibrant brunch menu.
“We envision our brunch becoming a go-to destination, providing a perfect blend of relaxation and gastronomic delight, showcasing the best of what our local suppliers have to offer. We believe it will become a focal point of Sunday activity in Macroom, inviting both locals and visitors to make the most of their mornings with us.
The Castle reported that Eoin’s appointment has been met with great positivity from the local community of Macroom, to whom The Buckley Family are so very grateful to for their continued support.
“As always, the experience we provide for our customers, and our relationship with our invaluable suppliers are uppermost in our minds,” said Rory Buckley, adding:
“As we navigate our 73rd year in business, we’re looking forward with great hope and optimism. Our focus, as always, will be to continually provide our guests with the very best service, coupled with our extremely high quality of produce.
“We are immensely proud of our country-wide reputation for our take on sustainable Irish food and we are continued proud members of Good Food Ireland.”