New chapter for top chef Byrne

After five years as head chef at Dublin’s Chapter One, Garrett Byrne is returning to his native Kilkenny to open his own restaurant.

After five years as head chef at Dublin’s Chapter One, Garrett Byrne is returning to his native Kilkenny to open his own restaurant.

‘‘This is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time,” said the 35-year-old. ‘‘The right location came up and that was basically it.”

Campagne will be a 70-seater restaurant with a distinct French vibe, from the French-style cuisine down to the linen napkins. The rustic decor will include oak ...