André Butier, founder and renowned French chef
André Butier was born in France and studied cookery at a private college in Giel before finishing off his training under Pierre Portier, who was also nominated one of the best chefs and sommeliers in France. André, who was ranked among the best apprentice cooks in France, served in a number of prestigious restaurants in Paris, including La Pérouse and the Intercontinental Hotel. His passion for adventure and challenges led him to England and Canada before he settled in Quebec in 1975. From 1977 to 1991, André received enthusiastic reviews when he served as the executive chef at the Château de l’Aéroport de Mirabel, at the Château Champlain, and at the Château Frontenac. He opened Les Fins Gourmets du Nord with his wife Élaine Arel in 1993.
Awards and distinctions
Third place apprentice cook in western France and finalist in the national competition.
Winner of the cookery contest at the Montreal Food Show: awarded the 'Les amis d'Escofier' trophy.
Gold medal and various distinctions at the Montreal Food Show.
Certificate of recognition from Mr. André-Jean Cointreau, president of the Académie culinaire de Paris.
Member of the panel of judges at the Dairy Bureau of Canada Annual Awards, 1990.
Awarded a 4th diamond by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) for the Château Frontenac, with a special mention for the quality of the food.
Star of excellence from the Guide gastronomique du Québec for the Neufchatel restaurant – 1986 Certificate and appreciation from the
Amicale des sommeliers and the Confrérie des bonnes fourchettes
Nominated chef of the Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs.
Honorable mention, Massenavette Prize, Société des chefs cuisiniers et pâtissiers du Québec (SCCPQ) - 2008-2009.
Chef Butier has also catered a number of prestigious events. A few are listed below.
Prestigious Events
Official dinner hosted by the Government of Canada and Prime Minister Brian Mulroney in honour of Queen Elizabeth II. - 400 guests
Official dinner hosted by the Government of Quebec in honour of the French Prime Minister Jacques Chirac. - 400 guests.
Lunch and official dinners hosted by the Government of Quebec in honour of President François Mittérand. - 20 guests.
Head chef at the Sommet de la francophonie - three official dinners for 40 delegations.
Head chef for the royal couple Prince Andrew and Sarah, Duchess of York.
He has also catered for various multicultural festivals, including the Tahitian Festival, the Brazilian Festival (Bahia), the French Festival, and the Chinese Festival.
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