The Menu: Crème de la crème for Euro-Toques Ireland awards

One of Myrtle Allen’s lesser-hymned but no less commendable achievements is her role in co-founding Euro-Toques, in 1986, the European chefs organisation dedicated to guiding chefs in preserving traditional culinary cultures and in the value of using the very best of local, seasonal produce. 

The Menu: Crème de la crème for Euro-Toques Ireland awards
Sat, 20 Jun, 2015 - 01:00
Joe McNamee

She also established an Irish chapter, along with Declan Ryan (of Arbutus Lodge) and Gerry Galvin (Drimcong House) and inspired a whole generation of acolytes.

The 2015 awards from the Irish chapter of Euro-Toques are testament to the organisation’s continued vitality and relevance.

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