Philippe Chevrier Becomes Gault&Millau's First International Academician
The Swiss chef at Domaine de Châteauvieux in Satigny has been inducted into the Gault&Millau Academy. This marks a first: until now, this very exclusive circle had included only French chefs.
The announcement was made on Monday, November 9, during the 2026 Gault&Millau gala at the Carrousel du Louvre: Philippe Chevrier is joining the Gault&Millau Academy. The Swiss chef thus becomes the first international member in the guide’s history.
“Our Academy is also taking a new step forward. Founded in France, it is now going international. Our French members will share their experience with chefs from other cultures to pass on their expertise and forge connections across borders,” said Patrick Hayoun, CEO of Gault&Millau.
An Academy Opening Up Beyond Borders
Since its creation in 2019, the Gault&Millau Academy had exclusively brought together leading figures in French gastronomy. Starting this year, it is also welcoming foreign chefs with equally prestigious careers. Philippe Chevrier is leading the way and joining the twelve existing academicians, including Alain Ducasse, Alain Passard, and Guy Savoy.
19/20 since 1998
At the Domaine de Châteauvieux in Satigny, in the canton of Geneva, Philippe Chevrier has been rated 19/20 by Gault&Millau since 1998. Nearly thirty years at the guide’s highest level: it is this consistency that his induction into the Academy honors today.
What This Title Means
The Academy honors chefs who have reached the pinnacle of their craft and who, through their cuisine and artistic vision, have helped promote gastronomy far beyond their home countries. Their restaurants are no longer rated by Gault&Millau but remain recommended.
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