i. Biography
Coming Up
Training at Salon du Chocolat in 2014 set the technical base for Benjamin Bouvard’s work, with precision carrying the line more than ornament. The result is Le Zeste Gourmand, where chef proprietaire gives him control of both the kitchen and the house.
Where They Are Now
At Le Zeste Gourmand, the chef owner role ties the cooking directly to the business. For Benjamin Bouvard, that structure makes the Lyon restaurant the clearest statement of the work: a place where ownership and craft sit in the same hand.
Honors
Benjamin Bouvard has received Michelin Guide, Bib Gourmand (2023). Ownership is the durable marker here. Since founding his Lyon restaurant in 2017, Benjamin Bouvard has held the chef owner title there, with citrus named as the specialty that defines the kitchen’s direction.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Benjamin
What is Benjamin Bouvard's current role?
As of 2026, Benjamin Bouvard is Chef Owner.
Where did Benjamin Bouvard train or study?
Benjamin Bouvard trained at Salon du Chocolat.
