Considered the greatest culinary educator of our time, Jacques Pépin has dedicated the majority of his career to teaching technique by authoring over 30 cookbooks and hosting 13 public television series.
An iconic chef, author, teacher, television personality, and artist, his legendary impact has touched lives and kitchens across decades and generations.
In collaboration with chefs and restaurants spanning the nation, we will celebrate Jacques through December 2025.
We are excited to launch our biggest initiative ever: the 90/90 Dinner Series. These ticketed dinners, celebrating Jacques’ 90th birthday in 2025, are designed to generate significant support to advance our mission of improving lives through culinary education.
Most importantly, each chef and restaurant has pledged that proceeds from these exclusive events will directly benefit the Jacques Pépin Foundation, and directly support our community kitchen programs and educational videos, creating a cycle of support that empowers individuals and communities.
Thank you! Your participation ensures a lasting impact on communities nationwide.
Join us in creating celebrations that change lives through culinary education
Top chefs and restaurants across the country are coming together to host 90 celebration dinners, with proceeds supporting the Jacques Pépin Foundation and its mission to empower communities through culinary education.
Families and friends nationwide are gathering for in-home celebrations, inspired by Jacques' recipes, to share festive meals while supporting the Foundation’s work.
Our community is connecting online through live-streamed events on social media and other platforms, raising awareness and support for the Jacques Pépin Foundation.
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February 28
Chef Norman Van Aken, the award-winning Florida chef, will be your host at his Orlando restaurant, NORMAN’S. Guests will be welcomed by a cocktail reception with passed hors d’oeuvres. This 90/90 event will feature a group of talented Orlando chefs, each creating and presenting a selection from our 5-course menu.
March 3
City House restaurant in Nashville, TN specializes in southern-inspired, Italian comfort food with an emphasis on seasonal cooking and farm fresh ingredients. Come let Chef Tandy and company cook for you and your friends on this special night dedicated to the one and only Jacques Pépin.
March 6
Don’t miss “Jacques Pépin’s 90/90 Culinary Celebration” at Point Seven — an evening set to be both unforgettable and inspiring. Hosted by renowned Chef Franklin Becker, this dining experience is a heartfelt tribute to the culinary icon Jacques Pépin. Secure your seat to savor a decadent four-course menu, expertly paired with fine wines, as we honor Pépin’s extraordinary contributions to the culinary world.
Join us in celebration of Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday as one of 90 chefs to host a ticketed dinner at your restaurant.
Your participation in this monumental campaign will honor Jacques Pépin’s legacy and secure the future of the Jacques Pépin Foundation for years to come.
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The 2025 celebration of Jacques’ 90th birthday is off to a smashing start, with several fantastic events in January. And, we’d be remiss if we didn’t also tell you about one of our favorite moments from the end of 2024: Jacques’ 89th birthday dinner! Here’s what’s been going on since Jacques turned 89:
Last month, the Jacques Pépin Foundation family spent a busy and productive week in Boston. Jacques, Claudine, and Rollie attended several impactful events, nurturing culinary education at many levels and inspiring […]