Saga Bocuse d'Or

Born on November 7th 1959
2* Michelin
Michel Roth is now a symbol of the best French culinary tradition, embodying the obstination and perfectionism of a chef
who chose his trade to “make others happy”. From the Moselle, he started his apprenticeship at the Auberge de la
Charrue d’Or at Sarguemines before continuing his route to the best cuisines; the Crocodile, the Auberge de L’ill,
Ledoyen, etc. He then joined the Ritz in 1981, under the management of Guy Legay, and stayed 19 years, going
through the ranks to the top. After a spell at Ledoyen, the Ritz asked him to take over the management of its kitchens in
2001, an offer he couldn’t refuse. Michel Roth is able to travel the world in the company of other prestigious chefs. He
represents a refined, creative, tasty and colorful French cuisine. Lastly, one cannot but be impressed by his long list of
competitions won over the years: Prix Taittinger, Prix Escoffier etc., and above all the award of Meilleur Ouvrier de
France in 1991. 2009 (the year of his 50th birthday) has been a marvelous year for him: in January, he was elected as
Chairman of the Bocuse d’Or Winners’Academy and in March, he was granted a 2nd star by the Michelin Guide.