The chef’s journey
Since a young age, chef Michel Hélène has been passionate about cooking. This passion led him to begin his apprenticeship in 2009 and to develop his culinary skills over the years. After working in different restaurants, in 2018 he decided to embark on the adventure of home cooking by creating his home catering business. Today, he shares his passion and know-how with his customers to offer them unique and memorable culinary experiences.
Careers
From childhood passion to educational and professional career…
Passions
Driven by a deep admiration for nature and cuisines from around the world…
History
The chef’s history and anecdotes are as rich as his dishes…
- Interprofessional CFA of Aube in Troyes
- École Le Nôtre Paris School of Culinary Arts
- In Aube . Hostellerie La Chaumière Logis***, French gastronomy at Susan and Bernard Guillerand in Arsonval.
- In our beautiful capital, In the restaurants of the Eiffel Tower, with chef Alain Soulard of the Alain Ducasse group
- In Paris, OKA 1 Michelin star restaurant, with chef Raphaël Régo
- In the Aude department, Grand Hôtel Moderne Logis***, a gastronomic reference and quality label in the south of France, with chef Stéphane Castaing
- In the Caribbean islands during a cruise with 1 Michelin star chef Sébastien Sanjou,
Passion and Creativity in the Kitchen
Michel Hélène finds his inspiration not only in cooking but also in nature and the arts. Passionate about global culinary diversity, he explores the exotic flavors and traditional techniques of various cultures. Each recipe becomes a window open to the world, a way to discover and appreciate the richness of culinary traditions across the globe.
Outside of the kitchen, chef Michel Hélène nourishes his spirit by walking in the woods, observing nature and immersing himself in the beauty of the natural world. This connection with nature is reflected in his cuisine, where he seeks to capture authentic flavors and local ingredients in their purest forms.
For Chef Michel Hélène, cooking is an art where he combines his passions for culinary creation, love of nature and appreciation of the visual arts. Each dish is a work of art in itself, an expression of his creativity and respect for the traditions that have enriched gastronomy throughout the ages.
A culinary heritage passed down from generation to generation.
Cooking is much more than just a passion for me, it is a precious family heirloom. My great aunt, whom I unfortunately did not have the chance to know, was a real cook. She made everything herself, from cheese to cold meats to cakes. I am convinced that we would have shared a common passion if we had been able to meet.
Fortunately, I had the opportunity to know my uncle, who also had a real passion for cooking. Every time I went to their house, we ate divinely well. The smell that emanated from his kitchen remains etched in my memory, it was a true delight for the senses. Each dish was prepared with love and attention to detail, and this was evident in every bite. Besides, my aunts cook very well too.
From a very young age, I began to appreciate gastronomy. I quickly felt the desire to make my own culinary experiments, explore new recipes and create dishes that would tickle the taste buds of those close to me. So I started cooking, trying recipes on my own.
Later,
I was lucky enough to be able to train with real chefs. I followed a path that allowed me to acquire a solid culinary foundation and develop my skills in this art that fascinates me so much. The chefs I worked with passed on their passion for cooking to me. Their teaching allowed me to perfect my techniques, refine my palate and discover new flavors.
Today, I am proud to say that cooking is more than just a hobby for me. It’s a real part of my identity, a way of paying homage to my family roots. Every time I get my hands dirty, I feel connected to my ancestors, to something passed down from generation to generation. But beyond the family heritage, cooking is also a source of personal fulfillment. It allows me to express my creativity, to play with flavors and textures, to surprise and delight my guests. It’s a way to share warm and friendly moments, to create unforgettable memories around a table filled with delicious food.
Cooking is therefore much more than just a passion for me. It is a link between my past, my present and my future. It is an infinite source of discoveries and taste pleasure. And thanks to the family heritage and the training I received, I intend to continue exploring this culinary universe with passion and dedication, creating new recipes and sharing my love for cooking with those around me .
