The most outstanding chefs in the world who have been awarded Michelin stars

Quique Dacosta

Michelin stars are a symbol of the highest level of culinary excellence and quality of service in restaurants. These awards are awarded annually based on strict criteria, including the quality of ingredients, the level of cooking, creativity and individuality of the cuisine, as well as the atmosphere and service in the establishment.

Michelin-starred chefs have made a significant contribution to the development of world cooking and continue to inspire a new generation of chefs with their innovations and creativity. Restaurants offer visitors not only delicious food, but also a unique experience that leaves vivid impressions.

1. Paul Bocuse

Paul Bocuse

The famous French chef, who made a significant contribution to the development of world cooking. He is one of the founders of the "new kitchen", which focuses on the quality and naturalness of products.

Bocuse began studying culinary skills as a child, working as an assistant in one of the restaurants in Lyon. In 1961, he returned to the family business and opened his own restaurant. In the same year, the institution received its first Michelin star, and Bocuse himself was awarded the title of "The Best chef in France".

Soon the restaurant received a second Michelin star, and in 1965 it became the owner of three stars. This has made it one of the most famous and prestigious institutions in France.

2. Alain Ducasse

Alain Ducasse

A well-known French chef, restaurateur, entrepreneur, owner of the Alain Ducasse Enterprise (ADE) haute cuisine restaurant chain, which includes 26 restaurants around the world.

He began his cooking career in 1974 in the city of Suston. In 1987, he opened the Louis XV Alain Ducasse restaurant in Monaco, becoming its chef.

In 2011, three restaurants belonging to the Ducasse company were awarded three Michelin stars, the highest mark in the restaurant rating.

3. Vikas Khanna

Vikas Khanna

An outstanding Indian chef who has gained international recognition and made a significant contribution to the development of the culinary industry. His flagship restaurant Junoon in New York has been awarded one Michelin star since 2011.

Khanna regularly collaborates with other famous chefs. He also became famous for creating the most expensive cookbook in the world, which he wrote for 12 years.

4. Marco Pierre White

Marco Pierre White

British chef, restaurateur and TV presenter. He began his career in the UK with training from famous chefs, and in 1987 opened the Harveys restaurant, where he almost immediately received his first Michelin star, and a year later – the second. In 1995, he became the first British chef to be awarded three Michelin stars, and at the age of 33, he was the youngest chef to receive three stars at that time.

5. Heston Blumenthal

Heston Blumenthal

The famous British chef, TV presenter and culinary writer. In 1995, he bought a modest pub in Bray and reopened it under the name the Fat Duck. Initially, only Blumenthal and a dishwasher worked in it

Four years later, the Fat Duck received its first Michelin star, and in 2001, its second star. In 2004, the Fat Duck became the third restaurant in the UK to receive three Michelin stars.

6. Wolfgang Puck

Wolfgang Puck

The famous chef and restaurateur began his career in cooking, studying with his mother and undergoing internships with famous masters. In 1982, he opened the Spago Restaurant on the Sunset Strip, and in 1997, the Spago Restaurant in Beverly Hills received its first awards.

In 2004, these establishments received recognition and were included in the list of the 40 best restaurants in the USA. In 2005, the Spago Restaurant in Beverly Hills received an award for exceptional quality service from the James Byrd Foundation. He was also awarded two Michelin stars in 2008 and 2009.

7. Gordon Ramsay

Gordon Ramsay

The famous British chef, restaurateur and TV presenter, who has gained worldwide recognition for his achievements in cooking. His career began after it became clear that a sports career was impossible due to a leg injury, and he decided to devote himself to cooking.

Gordon Ramsay's signature restaurant in London, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, has been awarded three Michelin stars, which is the highest recognition of the quality of cuisine. In total, Ramsay's restaurants have received 16 Michelin stars, which is an outstanding achievement. Previously, only French chefs could boast of such a number of stars. In 2013, Ramsay held 7 Michelin stars.

7. Gordon Ramsay

Gordon Ramsay

The famous British chef, restaurateur and TV presenter, who has gained worldwide recognition for his achievements in cooking. His career began after it became clear that a sports career was impossible due to a leg injury, and he decided to devote himself to cooking.

Gordon Ramsay's signature restaurant in London, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, has been awarded three Michelin stars, which is the highest recognition of the quality of cuisine. In total, Ramsay's restaurants have received 16 Michelin stars, which is an outstanding achievement. Previously, only French chefs could boast of such a number of stars. In 2013, Ramsay held 7 Michelin stars.

9. Pierre Gagnaire

Pierre Gagnaire

French chef and owner of the restaurant of the same name in Paris. He is one of the creators of the "new kitchen", the culinary direction of "fusion" and molecular cuisine.

Gagnaire began his career in Saint-Etienne, where he received 3 Michelin stars. His restaurant "Pierre Gagnaire" in Paris took the 3rd place in the list of the best restaurants in the world for three years in a row according to the magazine "Restaurant".

In December 2009, Gagnaire opened his restaurant "Twist" in Las Vegas, and in September 2010 – the restaurant "Les Menus" in Moscow.

10. Martin Berasategui

Martin Berasategui

Spanish chef, winner of 12 Michelin stars. In 1993, he opened his restaurant in Lasarte Oriya, which received three Michelin stars in 2001. In 2008 and 2011, the restaurant was ranked the 29th best in the world.

Berasategui also owns restaurants in Barcelona and Tenerife. His restaurant in Tenerife received its first Michelin star in 2010. In 2013, Berasategui received an honorary doctorate in culinary Studies from Francois Rabelais University.

11. Yannick Alléno

Yannick Alléno

A French chef with at least 12 Michelin stars. He runs the restaurants Pavillon Ledoyen and L'abysse in Paris and Le 1947 in Courchevel.

Allen began his career at Royal Monceau, then worked at the Sofitel Sèvres and Drouant. In 2003, Le Meurice Hotel appointed him chef of the kitchen, where he worked for 10 years. In 2008, he founded the restaurant Le 1947 in Cheval Blanc Courchevel, and in 2014 he headed the kitchen of the Ledoyen pavilion.

Allen's creations were awarded Michelin stars: Pavillon Ledoyen restaurant received three stars, Le 1947 received one star, another was a restaurant in Seoul and one was L'abysse.

12. Anne-Sophie Pic

Anne Sophie Pic

The French chef is the owner of many awards and Michelin stars. She received three Michelin stars for her Maison Pic restaurant, making her the fourth female chef to receive such recognition. This success highlights her outstanding contribution to culinary arts and gastronomic culture.

Pic was also awarded the Veuve Clicquot Award as the best female Chef in the world in 2011, which was the first time this category was awarded.

13. Thomas Keller

Thomas Keller

American chef, restaurateur and popularizer of French cuisine. As a teenager, he worked as a dishwasher at a yacht club and was interested in cooking since childhood. Later he worked as a cook in Rhode Island, where he met the French chef Roland Ehren, from whom he studied the basics of French cuisine.

Returning to America in 1984, he became a chef at La Reserve restaurant, in 1987 he opened his Rakel restaurant in New York, but was soon forced to close it due to the financial crisis. In the spring of 1992, he converted an old laundry in Napa, California, into a restaurant, and named it "French Laundry", opening the institution in 1994. Since 2003, the restaurant has been awarded three Michelin stars.

14. Yoshihiro Murata

Yoshihiro Murata

A Japanese chef who has received seven Michelin stars. He is a representative of the third generation of the owners of the Kikunoi restaurant in Kyoto. Murata is known for his contribution to the reinvention and promotion of Japanese cuisine. He regularly advises the best chefs in the world, such as Rene Redzepi and Heston Blumenthal, on Japanese cuisine and the concept of "umami".

15. Seiji Yamamoto

Seiji Yamamoto

A Japanese chef who has received five Michelin stars for his restaurants, including Nihonriori Ryugin. His restaurant was included in the list of the 50 best restaurants in the world, and he himself took fifth place in the list of the best chefs in the world according to Le Chef.

Yamamoto is known for his innovative approach to Japanese cuisine, combining tradition and modern trends. He strives to spread Japanese cuisine around the world by training his staff and sharing knowledge with other chefs.

16. Andreas Kaminada

Andreas Kaminada

A Swiss chef who started his career as a humble pastry chef. At the age of 26, he became a chef at Schloss Schauenstein, an ancient restaurant in the Swiss Alps. Since then, the restaurant has reached unprecedented heights, receiving 3 Michelin stars and 19 Gault&Millau points.

In addition to Schloss Schauenstein, Kaminada has two other Michelin-starred restaurants: IGNIV by Andreas Caminada at the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz and Badrutt's Palace-Hotel.

17. Carme Ruscalleda

Karma Ruscalleda

A legendary woman from Catalonia who owns the Sant Pau restaurant in the city of San Paul de Mar near Barcelona. This is a family business where Carme does the cooking and her husband does the business. The restaurant is located in an old villa with a garden and offers traditional cuisine.

At first, Carme sold ready-made takeaway dishes from the family butcher shop, and then turned it into a cafe, where she began cooking seasonal Catalan dishes. In 1988, the Sant Pau restaurant appeared, which in 2006 received three Michelin stars.

In 2004, Carme opened a branch of the restaurant in Tokyo, which was also awarded two Michelin stars. In addition, at the end of 2012, the Moments restaurant under the management of Carme received two Michelin stars for modern author's cuisine in the spirit of traditional Catalan cooking.

18. Jordi Cruz Mas

Jordi Cruz Mas

A Spanish chef who is considered one of the best chefs in Spain and runs the ABaC kitchen in Barcelona.

Cruz started his career at the age of 14 when he got a job at Estany Clar de Cercs restaurant in Barcelona. In November 2004, he received his first Michelin star, becoming the youngest chef in Spain and the second youngest in the world to be awarded this award.

19. Paco Perez

Paco Perez

A Catalan chef, the owner of five Michelin stars, which he received for his high art. Fascinated by the magic of gastronomy, at the age of 12 Paco began to create his culinary masterpieces. His first invention was a recipe for cooking pizza in the sun. This is how the Paco Perez universe was born

After marrying Montse Serra, Paco became the owner of a restaurant with the poetic name Miramar, which in 1996 received the first Michelin star for the art of its chef, and in 2011 the second Michelin star.

20. Quique Dacosta

Quique Dacosta

A Spanish chef who began his professional career in 1986. In 1988, he opened the Quique Dacosta Restaurante restaurant, which later became the world-famous mecca of haute cuisine.Dacosta was awarded the Gold Medal of Merit in the field of Fine Arts and recognized as the best Spanish restaurateur by the Royal Academy of Gastronomy.

Quique Dacosta is known all over the world for his artistic culinary expression. He is the director and culinary creator of the Mandarin Oriental Ritz Hotel in Madrid. One of the hotel's restaurants, Dissa, received its first Michelin star just seven months after opening.