Ahmet Dede
Ahmet Dede is a celebrated chef and co-owner of Baba’de restaurant in Baltimore, Ireland. This establishment, which is his second venture in the area, showcases a blend of Turkish flavors and Irish ingredients. Known for its relaxed ambiance, the restaurant offers great value sharing plates that highlight fresh and satisfying dishes, maintaining a homespun charm reflective of his culinary roots.
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Recent news mentions
Chef Ahmet Dede’s warm, inviting restaurant is a masterful marriage between his Irish surroundings and his Turkish heritage.
The complete 2026 guide – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-10
Ahmet Dede of Dede in Baltimore, west Cork, secured a second Michelin star in 2023.
what does it take for a restaurant to add a star? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-31
Ahmet Dede is a chef known for his fine-dining Turkish dishes.
Corinna Hardgrave’s 2025 food awards, including her restaurant of the year – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-18
Ahmet Dede and Maria Archer’s offshoot swings from crisp bulgur dumplings over yoghurt foam to lamb ragout to squid erişte under whipped red pepper sauce.
You don’t like tasting menus? Try these restaurants for a wider choice – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-25
Ahmet Dede is the chef at Dede in Baltimore, Co Cork, which is also in the conversation for top-tier elevation.
Dublin to host Michelin star ceremony – could Ireland be about to get a three-star restaurant? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-22
Ahmet Dede is the chef behind the Michelin two-star restaurant Dede.
Now is the time to savour these coastal gems at their best – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-24
Ahmet Dede is the co-owner of Baba’de and the acclaimed two-Michelin-star restaurant, Dede.
You won’t eat like this anywhere else in Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-31
Ahmet Dede is an acclaimed Turkish chef known for his talent and work ethic.
How to make the perfect burger and lamb kofta on the barbecue – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-12Ahmet Dede is the Turkish chef at the helm of Dede at the Customs House, which won the best restaurant category.
Who were the big winners at the Irish Restaurant Awards? Best restaurant, chef and more revealed – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-20
Chef Ahmet Dede's second Baltimore venture is an ode to his family.
The complete guide 2025 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-12
