Julien Tongourian

French-born chef Julien Tongourian began his career in 2000 as a sous chef at Laurent restaurant in Paris under Joël Robuchon, marking the start of a 20-year collaboration. In 2008, he moved to Asia at Robuchon's invitation for a one-week gala in Macau, which led to his permanent role heading the kitchens at Robuchon au Dôme in Macau and L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon in Hong Kong, both maintaining three Michelin stars for over a decade under his leadership. He emphasizes sustainability through responsible sourcing and waste reduction, aligning with Robuchon's vision.