Eunice Power Book Launch — My Irish Kitchen Table

Meet Eunice

Based in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, Eunice Power has become one of Ireland’s most beloved figures in the food scene. Starting from a family farm upbringing, she trained in hotel management and gradually built a reputation as a caterer, chef, foodie‑mentor and food‑tourism champion. Her work spans from high‑end catering (yes, she catered for Graham Norton’s wedding) to a more wonderfully down‑to‑earth project: a gourmet takeaway called AndChips in her hometown. A place that re‑imagines the humble chipper with sustainable, seasonal Irish produce behind every bite.

AndChips – A Gourmet Takeaway Full of Heart

When you visit Waterford and find yourself on the Greenway or exploring Dungarvan, AndChips merits a stop. Eunice describes the philosophy simply: “Our food is prepared daily using the freshest ingredients we can get our hands on. Our goal is to focus on flavour and freshness.”

It’s not just about fast food; it’s about elevating everyday food into something local, grounded and gratifying. Reviewers say:

“The ling was superb: juicy, packed the kind of flavour that only comes with perfect freshness…”

“This tiny Dungarvan gem holds the same values that drive Eunice’s wider work: community, local sourcing, and making hospitality feel human.”

Her First Book: My Irish Kitchen Table

In November 2025, Eunice published her debut cookbook My Irish Kitchen Table (published by Gill Books). The book has been a long‑time coming given her decades in the business. This book isn’t about haute cuisine or intimidating ingredients. Eunice says she wanted a cookbook where the everyday cook could pick something from the cupboard, shop in town and come away with a delicious dinner. The kitchen table, she argues, is where life happens: good times, bad times, family, community. Her recipes reflect that: simple, homely, reliable and full of heart.

Why This Matters for Waterford Visitors

If you’re visiting Waterford, the story of Eunice Power is one you’ll want to know:

• Authentic flavour of the region: Her sourcing and cooking celebrate local produce from Co. Waterford, meaning your experience is rooted in place.

• Food tourism in action: Visiting AndChips or picking up her book gives you a slice of the region’s food identity.

• Meet the maker: Her personal story of family, community, resilience gives place to the food, making it richer as you explore.

How to Experience Her Work During Your Visit

• Pop into AndChips in Dungarvan for a gourmet takeaway experience that marries local sourcing with fast, delicious food.

• Grab a copy of My Irish Kitchen Table from a local bookshop (or as a souvenir).

• If you’re around Waterford during their food‑festival calendar (where Eunice is actively involved), keep an eye out for talks, demos or pop‑up events.

Eunice Power shows us something powerful: that great food doesn’t always need to be complex, expensive or over‑the‑top. It just needs to come from place, people and purpose. Whether you’re grabbing a fresh‑cut of fish‑and‑chips at AndChips or flipping through her cookbook looking for your next dinner idea, you’re touching on a piece of Waterford’s food story.

My Irish Kitchen Table is available at Lismore Heritage Centre, Lismore, Co. Waterford. 

AndChips

Apartment 1, Davitts Quay, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, X35 DP60

Telephone: (058) 24498