The team at Terre are celebrating this evening following the retention of their two Michelin Stars at the Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland Awards ceremony held in Dublin.
Under the leadership of Executive Chef Lewis Barker, who joined Terre in September 2025, the team has successfully maintained this exceptional level of recognition, marking a significant moment in the restaurant’s ongoing progression.
Located at the luxury Castlemartyr Resort, Co. Cork, Terre opened in October 2022 and has established itself as one of Ireland’s most accomplished dining destinations, renowned for exceptional produce, precision and creativity at the highest level.
“I am deeply honoured to retain two Michelin Stars alongside such a dedicated and talented team. Joining Terre at this level of excellence was both a privilege and a responsibility, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to bring my own vision and creativity to a restaurant with such a strong identity. This recognition reflects the passion, discipline and collaboration of the entire team, and I am proud of what we continue to build together”, said Chef Lewis Barker.
Chef Barker brings an internationally distinguished career to Terre, influenced in Michelin- starred kitchens across Europe, Asia and Australia. His culinary philosophy is rooted in classical French technique, refined through years cooking in Asia and guided by a deep respect for provenance and seasonality. At Terre, his approach places the Irish landscape at the centre of the experience, drawing inspiration from Cork’s producers, coastal waters and the estate’s own gardens to deliver cuisine that is both expressive and precise.
“Retaining two Michelin Stars for 2026 is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the commitment and professionalism of the entire Terre team. Since his appointment, Executive Chef Lewis Barker has brought confidence and creative leadership to the kitchen while preserving the standards and excellence that define Terre. This recognition reflects the strength of the team and the exciting new direction ahead”, said General Manager Brendan Comerford
Housed within the 18th century Manor House at Castlemartyr Resort, Terre offers an intimate fine dining experience that blends world class technique with warm and considered hospitality, surrounded by five-star luxury.
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About Chef Lewis Barker
Lewis Barker is an English Michelin-starred chef recognised for his refined technique, creative flavour profiling, and modern European cuisine shaped by global influences. He achieved his first Michelin star at the age of 27 at Sommer in Singapore, becoming the youngest chef in the country to do so.
His career includes roles at Sommer, Vianney Massot Restaurant, The Kitchen at Bacchanalia, and Cure in Singapore, as well as time in celebrated kitchens such as Maaemo in Oslo, Quay in Sydney, Vue de Monde in Melbourne, and Anthony’s Restaurant in Leeds where his culinary journey began. His philosophy centres on provenance, craftsmanship, and seasonality, expressed through an approach that marries classical foundations with contemporary technique.
About Terre
Terre is a two Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant located within the 18th-century manor house at Castlemartyr Resort in East Cork. Known for its immersive three-and-a-half-hour tasting experience, Terre brings guests on a journey guided by craftsmanship, provenance, and an intimate connection to the land. The restaurant places Irish produce at the forefront, celebrating the farmers, fishermen and artisans who shape its identity. With an open kitchen, tableside finishing, and a philosophy rooted in ‘terroir’, Terre delivers a world-class dining encounter of exceptional precision and hospitality.