Thomas Keller

Thomas Aloysius Keller is an acclaimed American chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author best known for his Napa Valley restaurant The French Laundry, which he opened in 1994 and which consistently ranks among the world's best.[1][4] He is the first and only American-born chef to hold multiple three-Michelin-star ratings, including for Per Se in New York City, and the first American male chef designated a Chevalier of the French Legion of Honor.[3][4] Keller has authored award-winning cookbooks such as The French Laundry Cookbook and received numerous accolades, including James Beard Foundation awards.[2][3]