The Stars of Mougins,

1. A not-to-be-missed event for gastronomy enthusiasts

Since its creation in 2006, the Festival des Etoiles de Mougins has paid tribute to Roger Vergé, the illustrious starred chef of the Moulin de Mougins, by bringing together the greatest names in national and international gastronomy. These renowned chefs, who take turns as patrons of the event, take their places behind the stoves to celebrate the culinary arts. Festival icons include Paul Bocuse, Gaston Lenôtre, Alain Ducasse, Michel Guérard, Pierre Troisgros, Marc Veyrat, Anne-Sophie Pic, Éric Frechon, Philippe Etchebest, Thierry Marx and Jacques Maximin. Recent guests include Guillaume Gomez, former head chef at the Élysée Palace and the French President’s representative to the gastronomy and food industry.

Each year, the event attracts some 30,000 visitors, passionate about haute cuisine and eager to discover the excellence of French gastronomy. Chefs from the most prestigious establishments make their mark at each edition, consolidating the festival’s reputation.

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3. Star chefs to sublimate the flavors of the Côte d’Azur

Over a hundred guest chefs will be on hand, many of them Michelin-starred. These virtuosos of the kitchen, who represent excellence à la française, will share their know-how and passion through numerous conferences, demonstrations and culinary shows.

By welcoming chefs from all over the world, the festival further strengthens the links between different cultures and the riches of France’s terroirs. This open-minded approach helps promote French gastronomy as a universal heritage, a source of inspiration for chefs the world over.

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5. A culinary competition for up-and-comers

Since its first edition in 2006, the Festival has launched the Les Espoirs de Mougins culinary competitions, spotlighting numerous talents who have since proved their worth. This year, the young generation will once again be celebrated through two competitions. So, if you’re a professional chef or pastry chef, and you’d like to challenge yourself with other professionals under the watchful eye of the most eminent representatives of your profession, don’t hesitate to apply for the “Jeune Chef” and “Jeune Pâtissier” competitions, which will take place live during the festival.

The winners will have the chance to win several prizes, and above all, genuine recognition and a valuable opportunity for their future careers. Through its commitment to promoting the excellence of French gastronomy and celebrating culinary diversity, Les Étoiles de Mougins has established itself as a must-attend event for all lovers of good food, and reinforces the Côte d’Azur’s reputation as an exceptional gastronomic destination.

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