Hans Peter Matthiae
German chef working in Ireland
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Hans Peter (Hans) Matthiae (?-Ardmore, County Waterford, 4 January 2023[2]) was a German Michelin star winning head chef and owner of the restaurant Chez Hans in Cashel, County Tipperary, Ireland.
Hans Peter Matthiae | |
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| Born | |
| Died | 4 January 2023[1] |
| Occupation | Head chef |
| Known for | Michelin starred Chez Hans |
In 1968 Matthiae bought the former Synod Hall on Moor Street in Cashel. After a major renovation he opened is as a restaurant. It became a quality restaurant that was awarded one Michelin star 1983.[3] The Michelin Guide awarded the restaurant the "Red M", indicating 'good food at a reasonable price', in the period 1981–1982, 1985-1986 and 1996.[4] The Egon Ronay Guide awarded the restaurant one star in 1982.[5]
Hans Matthiae retired in 1998 and handed the kitchen over to his son Jason.
