The Old Orchard Inn, in Rathfarnham, Dublin, has announced the appointment of Philip Hughes as its new head chef. Hughes previously worked at Opium and Asian-fusion pop-up Indochine in Dublin. He plans to bring a globally inspired, modern flair to the kitchen while staying true to the Old Orchard Inn’s gastropub roots. “Bringing Philip on board is a milestone,” said proprietor Ali Chawke of the Chawke Group. They’re not just new for the sake of it – each one adds something exciting and balances richness with bright, seasonal flavours.”