Michelin Chefs & Restaurants

Michelin Star Chefs

Gaining Michelin stars takes time, effort and dedication and is one of the highest accolades in the hospitality industry. Although it is the restaurant that is awarded the stars rather than the chef, it is easy for a restaurant to lose them if the master in question leaves the establishment.

Yet the chef always retains public recognition for gaining the stars, even after he has moved on. Most of the top rated Michelin gurus receive the stars by opening and running their own restaurants, hence attracting higher status. Many of these go on to become celebrities in their own right, helped by hard work and perseverance to be the best.

Although France is known as the gastronomy centre of the world, Britain has its fair share of Michelin chefs. One star is considered an honour, any more than that is a heaven sent gift and in 2010 the UK had the most recorded starred restaurants in its history, with 140 featuring and four receiving the coveted three stars.

Heston Blumenthal of the Fat Duck received his third star in 2004 and is now a well known face on TV. The restaurant has received such accolades as the best restaurant in the world and is known for its quirky take on themes. Also in Bray near Maidenhead is the Waterside Inn, its three stars won by the renowned Michel Roux. It has held its three star status since 1985 and is known the world over for its top class culinary experience.

The remaining three star restaurants are in London and are held by Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester, the newest appointed three stars in the UK; and the Gordon Ramsey, whose stars were gained by Gordon Ramsey and maintained by Clare Smyth, the only female chef in Britain to head up a three starred restaurant.

Celebrity chefs don`t necessarily all hold Michelin status but for many the accolade of receiving the award helps propel them into the public forefront and build their reputations further. Jamie Oliver is an example of a chef who does own a Michelin starred restaurant but is one of the most popular celebrity chefs, who has influenced the government and the public alike.

One of the first TV chefs, Delia Smith, is still going strong and maintains her celebrity status with pride.Still appearing regularly on screens across Britain, the only thing that has changed is the caffe equipment she now uses in her kitchen - no longer an old fashioned whisk but the latest gadgets are loved by all - Michelin starred and celebrity alike.

Michelin Guide Restaurants

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L'Autre Pied - Marcus Eaves - Head Chef Marcus Eaves gained his first Michelin star at just 27 years old - fourteen months after opening the doors of L'Autre Pied in London's Marylebone. One time protégé of Shane Osborn at sister restaurant Pied-à-Terre, Eaves has quickly become a star in his own right as he now heads up one of London's most exciting restaurants. His talents have been recognized not only in London, but also on the world's stage where he has represented UK gastronomy at leading events. Some of these events include the 2009 Melbourne Food and Wine Fesitval, 2009's Savour Tasmania in Hobart and 2009's Indentita Golose in Milan where he appeared as a speaker representing the "Under 30" rising stars of the UK. www.lautrepied.co.uk

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The Fat Duck - High Street, Bray, Berkshire, SL6 2AQ Chef: Heston Blumenthal The Fat Duck is well known for Chef, Heston Blumenthal’s adherence to the principals of molecular gastronomy and has delivered a wide selection of interesting creations such as snail porridge and sardine on toast sorbet. In 2005 Restaurant Magazine named The Fat Duck as the best restaurant in the world. The Fat Duck, opened in 1995 and was awarded its third Michelin star in January 2004. Website: http://www.fatduck.co.uk

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Restaurant Gordon Ramsay - 68-69, Royal hospital Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 Chef: Mark Askew Restaurant Gordon Ramsay has the hallmark of true excellence, having been honoured with three Michelin Stars. The Restaurant Gordon Ramsay was opened in 1998 as Gordon Ramsay’s first independently owned venture on the former site of La Tante Claire. The restaurant serves French and Mediterranean cuisine. Website: http://www.gordonramsay.com/royalhospitalroad

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Waterside Inn, Ferry Road, Bray, Berkshire SL6 2AT Chef: Michel Roux The Waterside Inn is situated at the end of a picturesque road in Bray, a 16th Century village on the banks of the River Thames. Our tranquil location is the perfect setting for a world-class culinary experience or a romantic weekend away from the city. Since opening its doors in September 1972 the Waterside Inn gained its first Michelin star in 1974 when the guide first came out. In 1977 the second star, and then in 1985 the ultimate 3 stars which have been retained to date. Website: http://www.waterside-inn.co.uk

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The Capital Restaurant, The Capital Hotel, 22 Basil Street, London SW3 1AT Chef: Eric Chavot The Capital Restaurant is legendary. Located in Basil Street, in the heart of Knightsbridge, it is currently the only London restaurant situated within a hotel to hold two coveted Michelin Stars. Website: http://www.capitalhotel.co.uk/restaurantbar.html

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Petrus - The Berkeley, Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7RL Chef: Marcus Wareing Another Gordon Ramsey restaurant in London that is known for its excellent cuisine. Pétrus has been awarded two Michelin stars and five AA Rosettes. Website: http://www.gordonramsay.com/petrus

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The Square, 6-10 Bruton Street, Mayfair, West London, W1J 6PU Chef: Philip Howard This very friendly and informal restaurant in Mayfair is well known for its excellent wine list which includes approximately 1500 wines and a team of 6 sommeliers. Website: http://www.squarerestaurant.com

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Pied a Terre, 34 Charlotte Street, London, W1T 2NH Chef: Shane Osborn This restaurant serves French cuisine at its best. Michelin 2 stars, 3 knife and forks. " Frosted glass front hints at the understated, cool interior. The kitchen offers an elaborate and adventurous, yet refined take on modern French cuisine. Well chosen wine list" Website: http://www.pied-a-terre.co.uk

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LE CHAMPIGNON SAUVAGE RESTAURANT, 24-26, SUFFOLK ROAD, CHELTENHAM, GLOS. GL50 2AQ Chef: David Everitt-Matthias Le Champignon Sauvage is warmly decorated in sunny yellow with a display of bold modern works of art, generous table sizes and comfortable chairs. An excellent restaurant without the pretension. David Everitt-Matthias and his wife Helen have been running the restaurant since 1987. In that time they have been quietly amassing a range of accolades including:- 2 stars - Michelin Red Guide. 2 stars - Harden’s Guide. 4 AA rosettes. Website: http://www.lechampignonsauvage.co.uk

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gidleigh Park, Chagford, Devon, TQ13 8HH Chef: Michael Caines Michael Caines MBE, Executive Chef, and his team are renowned for innovative, modern European cuisine. The restaurant is considered one of the finest in the country, and holds 2 Michelin stars. There are now three separate dining rooms: Meldon is the traditional, elegant, oak-panelled main dining room; Teign is lighter and slightly more informal room with Lloyd Loom furnishings; and Nattadon is a more contemporary room with partial banquette seating and a wine wall. Website: http://www.gidleigh.com

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Midsummer House, Midsummer Common, Cambridge, CB4 1HA Chef: Daniel Clifford Located in the heart of Cambridge, Midsummer House is set in a handsome Victorian villa beside the River Cam. Entertaining at Midsummer is spread across two floors, which can accommodate up to 64 diners. 2 Michelin Stars Egon Ronay 2 Stars AA Guide 4 Rosettes Website: http://www.midsummerhouse.co.uk



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