Albert Roux
French-English chef, co-founder of Le Gavroche
Born
October 8th, 1935
89 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent figure in the culinary world, this chef was a pioneer of French cuisine in the United Kingdom. Co-founded the celebrated restaurant Le Gavroche in London, which became the first British restaurant to be awarded one, two, and three Michelin stars. This chef notably trained several influential chefs and contributed to the development of fine dining in Britain. Alongside his brother, he established the Roux Scholarship, an esteemed culinary competition that identifies and supports young chefs in the UK. Authored several cookbooks that focused on French cooking techniques and recipes.
Co-founded Le Gavroche
First British restaurant with three Michelin stars
Established the Roux Scholarship
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