Rory O'Connell is one of Ireland’s most respected chefs, food writers and cookery teachers. Co-founder of Ballymaloe Cookery School, Rory is known for his thoughtful approach to cooking and his focus on quality, seasonal ingredients.
With decades of experience as a chef and teacher, Rory’s recipes celebrate good ingredients and considered cooking, helping home cooks create delicious dishes with confidence.
Credentials
- Co-founder of Ballymaloe Cookery School with his sister, Darina Allen, where he continues to teach.
- Former head chef of Ballymaloe House, a position he held for ten years.
- Twice awarded the title of Ireland’s Chef of the Year.
- Author of three cookbooks, including Master It: How to Cook Today, which won the André Simon award for food writing.
- Has worked with internationally renowned chefs including Raymond Blanc, Nico Ladenis and Alice Waters.
- Presenter of the television cookery series How to Cook Well, which has also been broadcast internationally.
