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Joel Robuchon

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About Joel Robuchon

Most Michelin starred chef ever; redefined French cuisine with focus on simplicity and quality.

★Awards & Recognition

★Meilleur Ouvrier de France (1976)★Chef of the Year (1987)★Chef of the Century (Gault Millau) (1989)★Chef of the Century (Gault Millau) (1990)★Multiple Michelin stars across various r…★Five-Star Award (2006-2011)★Best French Restaurant, Best Chef in Las…★"Hot Tables" (CondeNast Traveller)★Wine Spectator's Grand Award (L'Atelier … (2010)★Forbes Five Star Award★AAA Five Diamond Award

Chef Timeline

1945

Born in Poitiers, France

1976

Awarded Meilleur Ouvrier de France

1981

Opened first restaurant

1987

Named Chef of the Year

1989

Named Chef of the Century (Gault Millau)

1990

Named Chef of the Century (Gault Millau)

2005

Opened Joël Robuchon restaurant in Las Vegas

Joël Robuchon

MGM Grand

2010

Wine Spectator's Grand Award

L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon

Hong Kong

2018

Passed away in Geneva, Switzerland

Age 73

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Key Information

Most Michelin starred chef ever; redefined French cuisine with focus on simplicity and quality.

Customer Perception

Luxurious experience; impeccable service; delicious, innovative food; high prices.

Cuisine Highlights

Classic FrenchModern FrenchPrecise techniques

News

Chef Christophe de Lellis, who worked at Joël Robuchon in Las Vegas for 13 years, left to open his own restaurant in Dallas. (Jan 2024)

Restaurants

Jamin, Hôtel Concorde La Fayette, Célébrités, Joël Robuchon (Las Vegas), L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon (various locations), Le Comptoir Robuchon (Mayfair)

Iconic dishes

Mashed Potatoes, Sea Urchin Parfait, Lobster Thermidor

Additional Details

Chef of the Century; mentored many famous chefs including Gordon Ramsay and Eric Ripert; known for his simple yet elegant dishes; passed away in 2018.

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