CHEF Anne-Sophie Pic is closing the doors to her double Michelin-starred restaurant today.
Known as the world’s best female chef, Anne-Sophie called her time at La Dame de Pic an “unforgettable” chapter.
Anne-Sophie is behind a string of Michelin-starred restaurants across the world[/caption]
Anne-Sophie, who is behind a string of Michelin-starred restaurants across the world, launched the French restaurant in Tower Bridge in 2016.
The prestigious London restaurant is located inside the Four Seasons’ Hotel.
Group Pic, who represent the chef, and the hotel group previously announced they had agreed to “conclude their partnership”.
In a statement they said: “We are incredibly proud of the two-Michelin-star dining experience we created at La Dame de Pic, delivering exceptional dining and unforgettable moments to all.
“We are incredibly proud of the two-Michelin-star dining experience we created at La Dame de Pic, delivering exceptional dining and unforgettable moments to all.”
La Dame de Pic received its first Michelin star in 2018 and a second just two years later.
The restaurant also secured four-AA-rosettes – an award which recognises excellent cuisine – in 2024.
Anne-Sophie’s food was lauded by judges who called the dishes “stunning” and “classic”.
Her restaurant was also highly praised for its “superb technical execution” and “first-class, seasonal produce”.
Her success with La Dame de Pic followed acclaim in France, where she has a three-Michelin starred restaurant called Pic.
Pic, a family restaurant based in Valence, won its stars under her grandfather Andre in 1934. These were later reinstated when her father took over.
Anne-Sophie’s closure is the latest casualty to the hospitality industry as dozens of celebrity and Michelin-starred chefs’ businesses go under.
Gordon Ramsay’s burger restaurant in Kensington shut suddenly after it was plagued by bad reviews.
The windows of Street Burger were boarded up and the eatery is set to be replaced by a rival restaurant.
Even BBC MasterChef judges haven’t been saved amid a spate of shocking closures as the hospitality industry feels extra pressure this year.
Marco Pierre White, Simon Rimmer and Tony Rodd, to name a few, won over viewers’ hearts on screen – but when it comes to running their own restaurant chains, things haven’t always been as smooth.
One of those closures is Gordon’s protege and TV star Mark Sargeant, 51, has been forced to close down his restaurant in Kent.
The chef announced the news in an email sent to loyal customers.
As seen by Kent Online, the message read: “It is with deep regret that we announce the closure of The Restaurant MS.
“This decision, made after careful consideration, has not been easy.
“However, the challenging market conditions and an unpredictable future have compelled us to take this step.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our valued customers, dedicated employees, and supportive suppliers for their unwavering support since our inception, as we could not have achieved this journey without each of you.”
Another email from bosses read: “All voucher holders will be contacted shortly.
Anne-Sophie’s restaurant is in Tower Bridge, London[/caption]
