Here’s a breakdown of the information presented in the text, focusing on the restaurants mentioned and key details from the article:
New Michelin Recognition (2026 Guide):
* Borgo (Phibsborough, Dublin): Received a Bib Gourmand. Known for its comforting dishes.
* Beau (Belfast): Received a bib Gourmand, joining its sister restaurant Edo. Described as a “buzzy, affordably priced spot” with dishes like langoustine scampi.
* Forêt (Dublin 4): Mentioned with a photograph, but no specific award is stated in this excerpt.
* Farmgate Lismore (County Waterford): Received a Bib Gourmand. Praised for its “warm friendly team” and dishes like lamb’s liver and bacon.
Bib Gourmand Status:
* Before these additions, there were 18 Bib Gourmand restaurants in the Republic of Ireland and 7 in Northern Ireland.
Upcoming Event:
* The Michelin Guide ceremony for 2026 will be held on February 9th at the Convention Center Dublin.
* There’s speculation that Ireland might be on the verge of getting its first three-star restaurant.
The article focuses on the recent additions to the Michelin Guide and the anticipation surrounding the upcoming awards ceremony. It highlights restaurants offering good quality food at reasonable prices (Bib Gourmand) and hints at the possibility of even higher accolades for Irish cuisine.
