Michel Roux Jr.

Michel Roux Jr. was born in Kent where he was brought up around cooking. His earliest memories are playing in the kitchens where his father, the famous Albert Roux, worked as a private chef for the Cazelet family. He left school at 16 and worked he was around the Paris restaurant scene learning how to cook his now signature style of classic French food with a modern twist.

In 1991 Michel took over his father and uncle’s restaurant La Gavroche. It has since been awarded three Michelin stars- the first ever in the UK- and was the first-ever Michelin-starred restaurant to offer a set-price lunch to make fine dining more accessible. Michel is now best known for presenting BBC’s Masterchef: The Professionals and the ‘Great British Food Revival.’ Michel also has a number of best-selling recipe books, including  The French Revolution, which aims to teach you simple yet delicious French recipes from scratch. If you’re looking to impress your friends and family with tasty dishes, sauces, and pastries, try our Michel Roux Jr's recipes.  

Although Michel has trained in classical French cookery, he has also worked in many prestigious restaurants in London, Hong Kong, and Paris cooking. This included military service working in the kitchens of the Elysee Palace. He also has been a food consultant to the Walbrook club since 2003, helping fine dining providers Restaurant Associates with matching books and wine to the highest standard. 

Alongside his cooking, he is married to his wife Giselle Roux, who has worked in the restaurant business for many years. They have a daughter Emily, who also wants to follow in her Dad's footsteps and is training to become a chef. Around family life in London and his career, he is a keen runner and has completed 21 marathons in aid of his chosen charity, Visually Impaired Children Taking Action. Michel like many of us enjoys cooking delicious food for all the family to enjoy, so if you are looking to impress family and friends with tasty dishes, sauces, and pastries, Michel's recipes are for you.