We would like to wish Rory O'Connell a heartfelt congratulations for winning the 'Andre Simon Award' for 'best cookbook published in 2013' for his first cook book 'Master It'.Rory was Head chef of Ballymaloe Country House Hotel for ten years, he co-founded the Ballymaloe Cookery School with Darina Allen. He was twice awarded the prestigious title of Ireland’s Chef of the Year. Congratulations Rory from everyone at Ballymaloe Country House Hotel! Read about the award here