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Relais & Chateaux Chefs Dominate in NYC Michelin Ratings

NEW YORK, Oct. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- For 54 years, the prestigious Relais & Chateaux association has upheld a tradition of culinary excellence. Each of the 480 members adheres to the highest culinary standards. Within that group, 160 members belong to the gastronomic elite, Grands Chefs Relais & Chateaux, a designation of culinary excellence granted to some of the world's most renowned culinary masters.

Exermplifying the stature given to these extraordinary, culinary talents are the recent Michelin Awards inNew York City. Of the four restaurants each awarded 3 Michelin stars, three are Grands Chefs Relais & Chateaux: Per Se (Chef Thomas Keller); Le Bernardin (Chef Eric Ripert); Jean Georges (Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten).

In the only awarding of a Michelin 3 star designation for 2 restaurants run by a single chef in the US, The French Laundry in theNapa Valley, also headed by Chef Thomas Keller, just received 3 Michelin stars. This is the 2nd consecutive year that Chef Keller has been granted a total of 6 Michelin stars.

As International President, Jaume Tapies, summarized, "These results once again demonstrate that Relais & Chateaux is the international benchmark, not only for the world's finest hotels, but also for the world's best restaurants."

About Relais & Chateaux

Relais & Chateaux is an exclusive collection of 480 of the finest hotels and gourmet restaurants in 56 countries. Established inFrance in 1954, the Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character. Furthermore, Relais & Chateaux is also a family of hoteliers and Grands Chefs from all over the world who share a passion for, and a personal commitment to, ensuring their guests are privy to moments of exceptional harmony. To choose Relais & Chateaux is to experience an unforgettable celebration of the senses. From the vineyards inNapa valley to the beaches inBali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges inSouth Africa, Relais & Chateaux offers a chance to explore the Route du Bonheur and discover a special place in a variety of destinations. The Relais & Chateaux signature reflects this ambition: "ALL AROUND THE WORLD, UNIQUE IN THE WORLD." For information or reservations, call 800-735-2478 or consult the Web site at www.relaischateaux.com.

    Press Contact:   Brenda Homick
    Director
    Relais & Chateaux North America
    (212) 319-4880 x 205
    b.homick@relaischateaux.com

SOURCE Relais & Chateaux

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Relais & Chateaux Chefs Dominate in NYC Michelin Ratings