As Executive Chef and Co-owner of Le Mistral Restaurant, I brought French and French-fusion cuisine to the Energy Corridor in Houston for nearly two decades. I am currently involved in new projects including Bistro555 and Cocody.
I grew up in the restaurant business in the south of France. My grandmother, Meme, who I was very fond of, owned two restaurants in the city of La Seyne-sur-Mer, in the south of France. Food has always been a source of love for me. Food is connected to the earth, hard work, and connection to people. I love creating something for others will enjoy and I love sharing my French culture with others.
Honors & Awards
Best Food in Houston 2012
Best in the World Cookbook Application (2nd place)
Best Food in Houston
Best Food in Houston 2011
Award of Excellence
Best Food in Houston
Chef of the Year Nomination
Award of Excellence
Best French Restaurant in Houston
Best of Houston Ice Cream
Top French Restaurant in Houston
Up and Coming Chef Nomination (x3)
Waterford Crystal Chef of Chefs Award 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014
Chaine Des Rotisseurs Baillage de L’etoile Solitaire Food and Wine Society
