ABOUT ME

 
 
 

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Yann will either never cook again after this competition or will have three michelin stars and I will no longer be able to get to his restaurant.

/  Grace Dent  /

 
 
 

From Michelin kitchens to MasterChef finalist, Yann Florio ignites the senses with French culinary artistry. Born into a culinary dynasty, the third-generation French chef honed his skills under the tutelage of Michelin-starred luminaries.

A 2019 MasterChef: The Professionals Finalist, Yann weaves traditional French gastronomy with contemporary flair, crafting exquisite dishes and elegant pâtisserie. Throughout his career, he has traveled across Europe, collaborating with renowned chefs in France, Luxembourg & the UK to develop innovative menus, refine supply chains, and empower culinary teams.

In 2023, Yann established Haute Cuisine Ltd, a boutique consulting agency dedicated to elevating luxury dining experiences and nurturing the next generation of chefs. Driven by a deep respect for tradition and an unwavering commitment to service excellence, Yann is open to new horizons. To collaborate on your culinary vision.

 
 
 

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Smells amazing, well put together and the presentation is very nice.

/  sally abé at the harwood arms *  /

 
 
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I really enjoyed that. Quite unexpected and different. Really nice. Lovely dish.

/  alyn williams at the westbury *  /

 
 

PRESS

 

The Standard

Le Jardin Du Chateau Summer Residency

INEWS

‘High school dropout’ to Michelin kitchens

HACKNEY GAZETTE

Yann Florio: Hackney-based cook reaches MasterChef: The Professionals semi-finals

THE CATERER

Minute on the clock: MasterChef: The Professionals finalist Yann Florio