Chef John

With over 40 years in professional kitchens and more than 30 years as a restaurant owner, John has spent most of his career in France, developing a passion for French cuisine and its traditions. He is chef and owner of Bistrot de la Placette, a popular restaurant in the charming village of Mirepeisset, Aude, with a loyal local following. His changing weekly menus showcase seasonal ingredients, combining classic French cooking with influences from further afield. His food is generous, flavourful and thoughtfully prepared, with quality and good cooking at its heart.

Meet the Chef

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Working Area(s)

Spain – Ibiza – All Locations
France – Courchevel & Meribel – All Locations
France – French Riviera – All Locations

Language(s) Spoken

English
French
Spanish

Signature Dish

Braised Short Rib of Beef

Beef short rib, slow-braised in red wine until tender, served with champ butter-glazed carrots and a rich red wine sauce.

Services

1. Private Chef Several Days 2. Small Event <30 3. Large Event +30 4. Retreat

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Menu Ideas

3 Menus

1. Amuse-Bouche of Rabbit and Hazelnut Terrine with Piccalilli on Melba Toast
2. Leek and Stilton Soup
3. Langoustine Tails with Whisky Butter Sauce
4. Braised Beef Short Rib with Champ, Glazed Carrots and Red Wine Gravy
5. Welsh Rarebit
6. Apple and Rhubarb Tartlet with Vanilla Custard Foam

1. Amuse-Bouche of Deep-Fried Padrón Peppers Stuffed with Garlic and Cream Cheese
2. Provençale Vegetable and Goat’s Cheese Tartlet with Lavender Honey
3. Sea Bass Fillet with Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
4. Duck Breast and Duck Confit Bonbon with Polenta, Baby Broccoli and Sour Cherry Sauce
5. Roquefort and Pear Gratin
6. Chocolate Fondant with Raspberry Coulis and Raspberry Sorbet