Taste of France Masterchefs Share Their Secrets Amandine Chaignot Pouliche - DVD

In this program we'll get acquainted with the unique story of self-taught René and Maxime Meilleur, father and son running a three-star Michelin restaurant in Saint-Martin-de-Belleville in the Savoy region. As they put incredible focus in their craft, they have elevated home cooking to exceptional levels, while at the same time building their luxury hotel all by themselves. We'll also meet the only producer in the region that still holds up the old tradition of producing sheep's cheese.

Antonin Bonnets cuisine has been described as InchhypnoticInch, marrying many senses. His restaurant has an elegant down-to-earth and humble atmosphere, reflecting the essence of the life journey of the chef himself. In this program we'll get an insight of the importance of quality, as Antonin sources his ingredients with diligence. Making careful use of all elements, his kitchen manages to match sustainability with elegance and excellence.

In today's program we will visit the star-chef Pascal Barbot, who became independent at age twenty-seven. Reservations at his 2 star Michelin-awarded restaurant Astrance are booked months ahead. Pascal is truly passionate about cooking and puts emphasis on perfection in everything that he and his team does. He loves surprises, and also offers his customers this delight, with his surprise menu. In this program we'll get to know Barbot and the values that permeate his work and relation with his producers and learn his secrets on how to cook like a star!