Irishman named best young chef in the world

Irish chef Mark Moriarty has been named the most talented young chef in the world — the 23-year-old won the prestigious title of San Pellegrino Young Chef 2015 during a ceremony in Milan at the weekend.

“I feel extremely proud to have won a competition of this size and this calibre, representing the whole of the UK and Ireland,” he said.

“I’m also delighted at having been here these days with such wonderful people. It’s great for Ireland and the UK, and in particular for Ireland.”