Éric Frechon will leave the Bristol on April 15. The three-star Epicure chef has been at the helm of the Parisian palace for 25 years.

He speaks exclusively to Le Figaro about his departure, his results and his projects. The name of his successor has not yet been communicated. The Michelin Guide will reveal its new stars as well as its downgraded ones on March 18. The Norman native, former second in command to Christian Constant at the Crillon, explains his departure from 112.