Eugénie Brazier

French chef and culinary pioneer

Eugénie Brazier - French chef and culinary pioneer
Born

June 12th, 1895
129 years ago

Died

March 2nd, 1977
48 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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Pioneered French cuisine and became the first woman to obtain three Michelin stars. Established the influential restaurant La Mere Brazier in Lyon, which became a training ground for many renowned chefs. Authored several cookbooks that contributed to the culinary landscape in France. Mentored future chefs and helped shape modern French gastronomy.

First woman to earn three Michelin stars

Established restaurant La Mere Brazier

Authored influential cookbooks

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