Yannick Alleno has been appointed Executive Chef at Orient Express Train and Orient Express Corinthian
Orient Express announces the appointment of Yannick Alléno, one of the most innovative and prestigious chefs on the international culinary scene, as Executive Chef of the legendary Orient Express Train and the world's largest sailing yacht, Orient Express Corinthian. This collaboration marks a milestone in the history of Orient Express, combining the brand's timeless heritage with the very best of French culinary art.
A renowned signature for unparalleled experiences and emotions
With two three-star Michelin ratings and a resolutely avant-garde career path, Yannick Alléno transformed the prestigious Pavillon Ledoyen into the world's most starred independent gastronomic establishment in 2014. Chef Alléno is world-renowned for his mastery of traditional French techniques combined with a modern and innovative vision of gastronomy. By joining Orient Express, he redefines the culinary experience for travelers, offering them a journey of the senses that celebrates elegance, sophistication and a passion for taste all in the heart of unforgettable destinations.
A culinary journey designed for excellence and escape
Aboard two restaurant cars of the Orient Express Train and on the sailing yacht Orient Express Corinthian, which wil house five restaurants, including La Table de l'Orient Express by Yannick Alléno, Chef Alléno offers an exceptional gastronomic experience, with exclusive menus inspired by the terroirs crossed and the unique landscapes of each journey. Driven by an insatiable quest for creativity and innovation, his cuisine promises to sublimate every moment of the voyage, plunging passengers into a universe of unprecedented flavors, textures and aromas. Yannick Alléno's unique culinary creations, created using the finest techniques and ingredients, will allow passengers to be transported by a universe where excellence and creative audacity know no bounds. Each dish will tell a story, echoing the spirit of travel and escape, while honoring the excellence of Orient Express, where every detail counts.
ABOUT YANNICK ALLÉNO
At the helm of Pavillon Ledoyen, the most Michelin-starred independent gastronomic establishment in the world, Yannick Alléno embodies a reformist vision of cuisine, continually pushing the boundaries of gastronomy.
In 2008, he founded the Yannick Alléno Group to unite a dedicated community around contemporary, identity-driven cuisine, expressed through his 17 establishments, which boast a total of 15 Michelin stars. Inspired by the legacy of Auguste Escoffier and driven by a spirit of openness, Yannick Alléno tirelessly explores culinary techniques, redefining and elevating sauces to the status of fine fragrances through methods such as extraction, fermentation, and cryoconcentration. His approach celebrates the world's terroirs, aiming to highlight the unique character of each product.
In 2014, Yannick Alléno took over the concession of Pavillon Ledoyen in Paris, where he created three distinct restaurant concepts: the three-star Michelin gastronomic restaurant Alléno Paris—featuring his pioneering Table Concierge service; the two-star sushi counter L'Abysse; and the relaxed yet refined one-star gourmet counter, Pavyllon.
The Yannick Alléno Group advocates a forward-thinking, sustainable approach to gastronomy, accelerating talent development and fostering a culture of respect, transmission, and shared excellence. This collective redefines haute cuisine and service standards, offering guests an authentic experience that transcends the plate and leaves a profoundly human and meaningful legacy.
