Yuris Baufalas, Senior Sous Chef - The Kingsley Hotel, Cork

Dave Halpin & Chris Prinsloo - Eco Douglas & Eco Marina Market, Cork

Hugh O'Donnell - Soulpan Feel Good Food, Cahir

Terry Healy - Terrys Butchers Deli Tralee

Namir Karim - Namir's Restaurant, Ballybunion

Bernard Rochford - Executive Head Chef - Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise

Gary Percival - South Pole Inn, Annascaul

Steve Dowling, Head Chef - The Shack Bar & Restaurant, Athlone

David Gorey - Beachcove Café, Waterville

Conor Doherty - Eviston House Hotel, Killarney