Anton Mosimann

Swiss chef and cookbook author

Anton Mosimann - Swiss chef and cookbook author
Born

February 23rd, 1947
78 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Switzerland

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A prominent chef and culinary author, renowned for expertise in French cuisine with a particular focus on healthy cooking. Established a distinguished career in high-end gastronomy, serving as the head chef at the Dorchester Hotel in London for over a decade. Embraced the philosophy of healthy eating while maintaining traditional cooking methods. Authored several cookbooks, sharing culinary techniques and recipes. Influenced modern culinary practices and trained future chefs in various prestigious institutions.

Served as head chef at the Dorchester Hotel

Authored multiple cookbooks

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