Nov 04, 2025

Meet 8 female chefs with Michelin stars

Aanya Mehta

Anne Sophie Pic

The only French woman with three Michelin stars, Anne-Sophie Pic is known for her delicate flavours and artistic plating at her restaurant Maison Pic in Valence.

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Clare Smyth

The first and only female chef in the UK to run a three Michelin starred restaurant, Clare Smyth’s Core by Clare Smyth in London celebrates sustainable British ingredients with elegance.

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Daniela Soto-Innes

Once named World’s Best Female Chef, Daniela’s creativity shines at Atla and Cosme in New York, where she celebrates modern Mexican cuisine with flair.

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Dominique Crenn

At Atelier Crenn in San Francisco, Dominique became the first woman in the U.S. to earn three Michelin stars, blending poetry, art, and flavour in every dish.

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Elena Arzak

Co-head chef at Arzak in San Sebastián, Elena continues her family’s culinary legacy, combining Basque traditions with cutting edge innovation, holding three Michelin stars.

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Garima Arora

India’s first female Michelin starred chef, Garima Arora’s Gaa in Bangkok showcases modern Indian cuisine with global influences. Her success marks a historic moment for South Asian gastronomy.

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Hélène Darroze

Known for her soulful cooking and attention to detail, Hélène runs The Connaught in London and Marsan in Paris, together earning multiple Michelin stars.

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Vicky Lau

A graphic designer turned chef, Vicky runs TATE Dining Room, a two Michelin star restaurant in Hong Kong, known for its French Chinese fusion and artistic presentations.

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