Prestigious restaurant joins some of the world’s finest

Restaurant Andrew Fairlie at Gleneagles has been inducted into the prestigious Les Grandes Tables du Monde, the association of the world’s most illustrious eateries.

Les Grandes Tables du Monde brings together a select group of the most distinguished and celebrated restaurants, all of which have long-standing two or three-Michelin star ratings.

Restaurant Andrew Fairlie is now one of only seven establishments in the UK to feature in the group – alongside venues like Heston Blumenthal’s The Fat Duck and The Waterside Inn, Berkshire.

Accepting the invitation at The Ritz in Paris last week, restaurateur Mr Fairlie said it represents a lifetime’s achievement.

“It is a phenomenal honour to be listed next to such highly renowned chefs as Thomas Keller, Alain Ducasse, and my wonderful old mentor Michel Guérard,” he said.

“This is both a great privilege for me and an exciting next step for the restaurant.

“The founding ethos of Les Grandes Tables du Monde totally chimes with our own: a deep respect for culinary traditions, a natural emphasis on craft and a focus on the art of hospitality.”

He added: “Becoming a member also represents a great opportunity for stimulating my team through the sharing of ideas and staff with other like-minded restaurants around the world.”

Established in 1954 by six legendary Parisian chefs – with the logo spontaneously drawn by Jean Cocteau on a tablecloth in the fabled Le Grand Vefour restaurant – Les Grandes Tables du Monde is an integral part of French culinary history.