Chef

Hugo Chaise

Hugo Chaise is a French chef passionate about fermentation for several years. After discovering this technique in Australia, he perfected his skills in Japan and at the renowned Noma restaurant in Copenhagen.

In 2021, he opened My Fermentation in Paris with Apollonia Poilâne, a laboratory-shop where he shares his expertise with both individuals and chefs, offering fermented products and workshops to learn about this sustainable and healthy preservation and seasoning method.

He supports the initiatives of the Chef’s Manifesto.

Movement

The Chefs’ Manifesto

More than just a statement of intent, The Chefs’ Manifesto is a global movement, now supported by over 1,600 committed chefs across 95 countries. Together, they’re cooking up a true revolution: reinventing how we feed the world to make it fairer, more sustainable, and more humane.
Inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and driven by the SDG2 Advocacy Hub, the Manifesto lays out concrete actions to turn the plate into a tool for change. Whether in their kitchens, by leading by example, leveraging their purchasing power, or raising awareness for collective consciousness, chefs are called to take action across eight key areas:
Choosing ingredients that are good for the planet
Protecting biodiversity and animal welfare
Supporting small-scale producers
Valuing natural resources and reducing waste
Celebrating local and seasonal cuisine
Championing plant-based ingredients
Educating on good nutrition and food safety
And most importantly, making good food accessible to all Since its launch in 2017, chefs have been joining the network, to not only share the amazing work they are already doing, but connect to a bigger, global goal – achieving good food for all.

Far from being a lofty wish, this change is a daily commitment. To unite this vibrant community—who may share recipes, but above all share a vision—The Chefs’ Manifesto has launched a namesake podcast, created programs like Bean is How, provides a wealth of resources, and organizes gatherings and events around the globe.
The goal: to take concrete action and drive deep transformation of the food system. By joining the movement, chefs do more than just cook—they inspire, unite, and change the world.
To cook is to choose—and to resist.


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