Philippe Ducrot is French trained, with almost 25 years experience as a chef. He has worked in the fine restaurants of Paris, including the exclusive Polo Club of Paris, which has served Europe’s elite for over 200 years.

But his love of cooking, and the education of his palate, began early.  It was in his mother’s kitchen that he first enjoyed and learned the flavors of his native Provence. His mother, a talented cook in her own right, taught him the regional cuisine of the south of France, and introduced him to Meridionale cuisine, which combines the flavors of France, Spain, Portugal, Italy and North Africa.

Philippe then began his formal education at 16 and went on to earn basic and advanced degrees in the French culinary arts.  After working 20 years in Paris, he was invited to work in the US and has successfully headed several restaurants in the US and Canada. Philippe is known for using uncommon combinations of ingredients to create unique harmonies of flavors – and happy surprises to delight his diners.

Philippe’s romance with cuisine continues: he creates elegant & memorable “fine dining experiences” in client homes, making each dish a visual and gourmet pleasure.

Currently, Philippe is also writing a cookbook to share some of his favorite recipes from his lifelong romance with cooking, so watch for it during the next year.

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