While the Michelin Guide has been praising chefs and head cooks for decades, it wasn’t until 2019 that the renowned Red Guide finally started to highlight sommeliers, pastry chefs, and maître d’hôtels—those who, just like executive chefs, contribute daily with equal dedication and skill.
For the eighth year in a row, several pastry chefs from top restaurants and luxury hotels have been honored with the Passion Dessert Award 2026. The selection process considers not only taste but also the provider’s production standards, the dessert’s health impact on consumers, as well as adherence to seasonal ingredients and environmental sustainability.
Last year, ten pastry chefs received recognition from the Michelin Guide, including two from Paris: Manon Gouin of the starred Mallory Gabsi and Jorice Sardain of Fana.
By 2026, the Michelin Guide will recognize 10 female and male pastry chefs for their inventive creations and commitments, including four from Paris and the Île-de-France region: Tessa Ponzo from Irwin (Paris 8), Coline Doussin of Bellefeuille (Paris 16), David Boudinet from Maison Rostang (Paris 17), and Baptiste Vial at Les Étangs de Corot (Ville-d'Avray, 92).
IRWIN, chef Irwin Durand's gourmet restaurant between terroir and memory
Embark on a sapid and memorable escapade on the arm of Irwin Durand. The young chef, long Guy Savoy's right-hand man, has opened his first restaurant in Paris, which he has soberly named IRWIN. [Read more]
Have you heard of Bellefeuille, the confidential Michelin-starred restaurant at Saint James Paris, nestled in the 16th arrondissement of Paris? A Michelin-starred restaurant where talented Chef Grégory Garimbay officiates. We reveal his talents in this exceptional setting. [Read more]
Le Corot, a Michelin-starred restaurant ideally located between Paris and Versailles, is a haven for epicureans. Recently renovated and completely redesigned, the restaurant is sure to please. Surrounded by greenery, come and discover Rémi Chambard's cuisine, which showcases the treasures of local farm produce. [Read more]
There are now 77 pastry chefs and pâtissiers awarded the Passion Dessert prize. Reservations are flying fast at these Parisian restaurants — eager to see what the buzz is all about?
As eagerly anticipated as the Messiah, the winners of the 2026 Michelin Guide have just been announced on Monday, March 16, 2026. Quickly discover which restaurants received one, two, or even three stars—especially the 12 new starred establishments in Paris and Île-de-France! [Read more]
Respect for the land, the seasons, and the animals, along with a commitment to promoting better food choices... The Michelin Guide recognizes responsible restaurants that make sustainable commitments, emphasizing ethical and environmental innovations. Discover the new "Green Star" restaurants in the Michelin Guide 2026! [Read more]
As the eagerly anticipated 2026 Michelin Guide winners are set to be announced on March 16, 2026, it's also time to take a look at those establishments that have lost their star(s) in the renowned red guide. In Paris and Île-de-France, a total of 10 restaurants have seen their stars removed for a variety of reasons — from dips in quality to shifts in concept or closures that resulted in the loss of their coveted accolade. [Read more]
IRWIN, chef Irwin Durand's gourmet restaurant between terroir and memory
Bellefeuille, the confidential Michelin-starred restaurant at Saint James Paris by Grégory Garimbay
Le Corot, the Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant at Etangs de Corot, gets a makeover
Michelin Guide 2026: The Newly Starred Restaurants in Paris and Île-de-France
Michelin Guide 2026: "Green Star" Restaurants Recognized for Their Eco-Friendly Initiatives
Michelin Guide 2026: The Parisian and Île-de-France Restaurants That Lost Their Star
