The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have revealed their latest ‘Dishes of the Month’ for March, spotlighting the standout plates that made a lasting impression during their recent travels, and last month not one but two Irish restaurants made the cut.
The Inspectors were impressed by Michelin-starred The Bishop’s Buttery in Cashel, Tipperary, and BigFan in Dublin, which is listed.as a recommended place on the Guide.
The Guide says that the monthly best dishes “could be the most creative dish they ate, something that hit the right note at just the right time or simply the one that stuck in their memory for the longest.”
Wild Sea Bass, Courgette, Langoustine, Bisque – The Bishop’s Buttery, Cashel
“Wild Irish fish really is one of the greatest delicacies you can find. This sea bass was the prime example, a perfectly snow-white piece of naturally flavoursome fish, expertly cooked so that its outer was crisp and slightly caramelised. A plump, juicy langoustine was wrapped in thin ribbons of just-cooked courgettes. The dish’s secret weapon was its bisque, bringing all the other elements together with its sublime, rich shellfish tones. Making the dish even better was the fact it fitted perfectly into the flow of the tasting menu in this beautiful restaurant.”
Couples Beef – BIGFAN, Dublin
“This dish was inspired by the traditional way to serve offal in the Sichuan region of China: cold and sliced, seasoned with a hot sauce. This was a fine example, with the meat of great quality. The tripe had a little firmness; the tongue, perfectly trimmed, was deliciously soft; and the shin had a bit more texture to it. They were all covered with plenty of fresh coriander, crunchy peanuts, chilli and toasted sesame seeds, bringing a lovely balance of flavours. An addictive blend of chilli oil and soy sauce was equally delightful.”
