Hundreds gathered in Moville on Tuesday to welcome celebrity Chef Brian McDermott home to Inishowen following his triumph at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards in China.
The Inishowen chef was recognised for the world’s best cookery book written by a restaurant chef in Macau, China last week.
The award-winning Foyle Hotel owner saw off competition from South Africa, Singapore, Argentina and Spain to scoop the award.
A host of family, friends and special guests turned out to welcome the Moville man back to his home village, including great friend and fellow celebrity chef Nevin Maguire.
Even Donegal’s Daniel O’Donnell sent McDermott a lovely message of support.
Received this lovely message from quite simply the greatest ambassador #Donegal has had for years a man with so many genuine values and never forgets his routes. Thank you #DanielODonnell & the lovely Majella for your continued support #GourmandWorldBookAwards @govisitdonegal pic.twitter.com/CBvlkOKYCD
— Brian Mc Dermott (@ChefBrianMcD) July 10, 2019
Meanwhile, Inishowen Mayor and local councillor Martin McDermott and Sarah Nolan of Donegal Tourism were also in attendance, as BBC presenter Mark Patterson was the event’s MC.
See some of the best moments from the special surprise below…
Photos by Gerry Temple Photography
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Gerry Temple Photography
- Nevin Maguire giving a congratulatory to best friend chef Brian McDermott. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Nevin Maguire and family welcome chef Brian McDermott home. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Mayor of Donegal offering a congratulatory speech to Brian. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Mark Patterson MCing the night. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Mark Patterson having a few words with the author of the Worlds Best Cookbook – Brian McDermott. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Daughter Niamh, welcoming her mum and dad back to the Foyle Hotel. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Friends enjoying the night. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Home made banners by brians young nieces and nephews. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Mark Patterson and Sarah Nolan giving speeches of congratulations to chef Brian McDermott. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Mark Patterson and daughters Niamh and Aoife awaiting their parents – chef Brian McDermott and wife Brenda. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Daughter Niamh and friends. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Crowds outside the Foyle Hotel in Moville gathered to welcome Chef Brian McDermott home. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Chef Brian McDermott with long time friend Carol of Carol’s Stockmarket. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Chef Brian McDermott is presented with homemade banners and cards by local school kids. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Chef Brian McDermott and wife Brenda arrive home victorious from the World Book Awards in China. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Celebrity chef Nevin Maguire takes a shot of Brian’s Arrival. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Celebrity chef, Nevin Maguire gives heartfelt speech to best friend chef Brian McDermott. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Chef Brian Instagram cutout. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Chef Brian McDermott – embracing his mum – daughters Niamh and Aoife. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Chef Brian McDermott and Brenda arriving at the Foyle Hotel welcome home party. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Brian’s Brothers – celebrating his victorious return. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- Brian with Eve-Anne LEO, Councillor Martin Farren, Donegal Mayor, Inishowen Mayor and Barney & Sarah of Donegal Tourism. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
- awaiting the return of Brian and Brenda. Photo by Gerry Temple Photography
