Alain Chapel

Chef

Birthday December 30, 1937

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace France

DEATH DATE Jul 10, 1990 (52)

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About

French, Michelin-rated chef who was instrumental in the development of Nouvelle Cuisine.

Before Fame

He trained with Chef Fernand Point at Point's La Pyramide restaurant.

Trivia

His best-known dishes include chicken-filled pork bladders and parsley-stuffed fried calves' ears.

Family Life

He had two children with his wife, Suzanne.

Associated With

He was influenced by the culinary technique of Julia Child.