The Home Kitchen Appliance Brand Partner of the MICHELIN® Guide
Since 1683, Gaggenau has been forging not just iron and metal, but a foundational philosophy called the Professional Kitchen Principle, dictating that cooking equipment, much like ingredients, must be of the highest quality and contribute to the finished dish.
A perfect symbiosis of heritage, achievements and standards, Gaggenau was named the Home Kitchen Appliance Brand Partner of the MICHELIN Guide, reinforcing our core culinary foundation and a commitment to build appliances based on the Professional Kitchen Principle.
As the Home Kitchen Appliance Brand Partner, Gaggenau’s Black Jacket Society events are held in conjunction with the MICHELIN Star Reveals across the country. These prestigious events award restaurants who offer outstanding cooking MICHELIN Stars, and bring together the best of the industry for a night of celebration.
Since partnering together in 2021, Gaggenau and the MICHELIN Guide continue to build on their commitment to celebrate talented chefs, artisans, producers, and makers who strive to create excellence in their field.
Welcome to the Black Jacket Society
The Gaggenau Black Jacket Society is special recognition program to celebrate a select group of chefs whose restaurants have attained the coveted MICHELIN Star status and who reflect the principles and philosophy of the Professional Kitchen Principle.
These chefs strive for perfection within the world of fine dining and deliver inspired dishes - with a particular grace and elegance commensurate with the Gaggenau brand.
Recognized chefs receive specially made black Professional Chef jackets and are invited to participate in a variety of distinctive Gaggenau programs around the country, provide insight into product development, and share their culinary insights within the world of fine dining.