On March 29th, Thomas Keller was recognized by the France Légion d’honneur and was named Chevalier for his work in promoting French cuisine in America.  He, along with Julia Child and Alice Waters, are the only Americans in the food field to have been granted this distinction.  Mr. Keller was nominated by Daniel Boulud, Alice Waters, Jacques Pepin, and Robert Parker for the award, and he was notified about it via a letter from French President Nicolas Sarkozy.

Chef Thomas Keller Receives French Legion of Honor Medal

Legendary French chef Paul Bocuse presented Chef Keller with the official medal during a ceremony and reception at Per Se, Mr. Keller’s restaurant at Time Warner Center in New York City.  France Ambassador to the United States François Delattre opened the ceremony, and chef Eric Ripert, restaurateur Drew Nieporent, and Food & Wine editor Dana Cowin all attended the ceremony. Our warmest congratulations to chef Keller!

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