Our Chefs Community
evian® is a trusted partner to leading chefs worldwide. Discover our chef community and explore the partnerships that celebrate fine dining excellence below.
Our Partners from MIDDLE EAST
IZU ANI
Maison Ani, Dubai
Born in Nigeria, Chef Izu Ani refined his craft in Michelin-starred kitchens across France and Spain before making Dubai his culinary home.
The creative force behind acclaimed restaurants such as Gaia, Carine, and Maison Ani, he blends Mediterranean elegance with heartfelt simplicity, creating dishes that evoke both memory and emotion. His cuisine reflects a global journey guided by curiosity, authenticity, and a deep respect for ingredients.
FILIPPO PAGANI
Agio, Riyadh
Coming from a long line of Chefs from Cortina D’Ampezzo, Italy, Filippo Pagani’s journey included finest establishments in Italy and London.
At Agio, he proposes an authentic and comforting Italian cuisine, passed from his grandparents. The restaurant is excellent in combining sophistication with simplicity.
GILLES BOSQUET
Rikas, Dubai
After being mentored by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, Gilles Bosquet built his experience from Hong Kong to Doha.
He is now the executive chef of the Rikas group, supervising the kitchens of more than 15 restaurants and beach clubs in Dubai such as Ninive, La Cantine du Faubourg or Twiggy.
CELSO NAZARE
La petite Maison, Dubai
Celso Nazare started his culinary journey throughout Europe, mainly in Spain and Portugal.
Arrived in 2018 at La Petite Maison in London, Chef Nazare is now the Group Executive Chef and oversees the development of the group.
His deep respect for products and ingredients made La Petite Maison one of the most renowned French restaurant in Dubai.
NICOLAS LAMBERT
Four Seasons Hotels Jumeirah beach DIFC, Dubai
Born into a family of quintessential French boulangers and pâtissiers, chef Lambert is currently the Senior Executive Pastry Chef of both Four Seasons Hotels in Dubai, Jumeirah beach and DIFC from 2021 after an experience as Executive Pastry Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg.
Chef Nicolas Lambert’s pastry philosophy is to create stunning and rich desserts that emphasise only a few flavours and textures, to maintain and keep intact the core hero ingredients while stimulating the senses. Inspired by local and seasonal produce, Chef Lambert’s signature creations are eye-catchingly beautiful and deliciously exquisite to taste.
Our Partners from ASIA PACIFIC
ARNAUD DUNAND-SAUTHIER
Maison Dunand, Bangkok
1 Michelin Star & Ambassador
Arnaud Dunand started his career in France before moving to Bangkok and Le Normandy, the 1-star restaurant of the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok.
He opened his own table, Maison Dunand, inspired by the mountains of Savoie, where he grew up. The tasting menu is inspired by his alpine origins, childhood trips to Brittany and his glittering international culinary journey.
LOUIS PACQUELIN
Les Ducs, Singapore
Ambassador
Mentored by Alain Ducasse, legendary chef with 21 Michelin stars, Louis Pacquelinhas been blending French and Asian cuisine influences for more than a decade.
Based in Singapore, his restaurant Les Ducs is known for its innovative comfort food and rising popularity.
Chef Louis is one of the key figures of Singapore’s vibrant dining scene.
SEBASTIEN LEPINOY
Les Amis, Singapore
3 Michelin stars
After more than a decade as Robuchon’s right hand man, Sebastien Lepinoyjoined Les Amis group in 2010 and led their historic restaurant in Singapore to 3 Michelin stars.
Chef Sebastien uses classical French technique with Modern aesthetics, incorporating elements of what he has experienced in Asia.
Les Amis is now of the 50s Best restaurants in the world.
FLORENCE DALIA
16byFlo, Taipei
Ambassador
Based in Taipei, Florence Dalia led L’Atelierde Joël Robuchon to two Michelin stars before moving to her own restaurant, 16 by Flo where she offers an immersive fine dining experience blending French and Asian influences.
With her precision, elegance and ingredient-driven approach to modern French cuisine, she is now one of the key figures of Taiwan’s evolving gastronomic scene.
NICK PABAPAIBOON
Wang Hinghoi, Bangkok
Ambassador
Based in Bangkok, his restaurant Wang Hinghoiis one of the city’s top 25 best restaurants.
His cuisine is a creative mix of traditional and contemporary techniques, focusing on bringing out the essence of Thai ingredients.
With a strong influence within chefs and the industry, he is also a TV personality thanks to HiggenGems where he is one of the hosts.
