In 2017, Keller led a team from the United States to its first-ever gold medal in the Bocuse d’Or, a prestigious biannual competition that is regarded as the Olympics of the culinary world. He has received countless accolades, including The Culinary Institute of America’s “Chef of the Year” Award and the James Beard Foundation’s “Outstanding Chef” and “Outstanding Restaurateur” Awards. He is the first and only American-born chef to hold multiple three-star ratings from the prestigious Michelin Guide, as well as the first American male chef to be designated a Chevalier of The French Legion of Honor. Keller’s most recent restaurant TAK Room, celebrates Continental cuisine and serves an iconic menu from America’s history. His restaurants also include Bouchon Bistro, with locations in Yountville and Las Vegas Per Se in New York City Ad Hoc + addendum in Yountville The Surf Club Restaurant in Surfside, FL Bouchon Bakeries in Yountville, New York, Las Vegas and in the Middle East and the Mexican eatery La Calenda in Yountville.
Now celebrating its twenty-fifth year, Keller took ownership of The French Laundry in Yountville, CA and quickly garnered worldwide acclaim. He has established a collection of restaurants that sets a new paradigm within the hospitality profession. Chef Thomas Keller is renowned for his culinary skills and high standards.
