Cheesemaker Hervé Mons has always honored the seasons in his work. In 2023, Food for Change is exploring the importance and legacy of cheese and this master affineur, one of Slow Food’s first supporters, spoke with us about the future of good cheese from his fromagerie in France’s Loire département.
Connected by a shared pursuit of excellence, and driven by the rewards of emotion, the Blancpain Haute Horlogerie Manufacture and Relais & Châteaux today celebrate the tenth anniversary of their partnership–a relationship strengthened by their joint commitment to the preservation of the oceans.
Some relationships were meant to be: the bond between Relais & Châteaux, Blancpain Manufacture de Haute Horlogerie, and Chef Hideaki Matsuo is one such rapport, built upon a shared resolve to protect the oceans. Their concerted efforts now preserve the treasures of the deep.
Labels, seasonality, stocks,... It’s easy to get tangled in the net of sustainable fishing. At Château de Beaulieu–rewarded with two Michelin stars and a Green Star in recognition of its ethical approach–chef Christophe Dufossé's respect for marine resources sets an example for all of gastronomy.
Honey is the taste of the terroir–each jar the story of a season and the flowers that bloomed. On World Bee Day, May 20, 2023, five of our properties reveal their relationships with this liquid gold and their dedication to upholding the integrity of the natural world.
The achievements of a chef are no longer limited to technique or creativity: they are also a matter of principle. Chef Mauro Colagreco, vice-president of Relais & Châteaux, is dedicated to environmental responsibility, with values that run through his entire team and have sealed his reputation.
On his birthday, we pay tribute to a legendary chef, his career and his cuisine–all born of a profound dream. On his journey, Michel Guérard has successfully combined gastronomy with healthy eating–conceiving a culinary approach that can change the world.