Cedric Maupillier

Chef Cedric Maupillier began his culinary career at just 15 in Toulon, France, with early roles at Levilly Bakery and Café de Paris in Monte Carlo. He earned a BA in Restaurant & Hotel Management before gaining international experience in England under Julian Clauss-Ehlers and in Michelin-starred kitchens. Back in France, he honed his craft at the 3-star La Côte St. Jacques and 1-star Du Pralon.

In 2002, Maupillier moved to the U.S., joining the Ritz Carlton’s Maestro under Fabio Trabocchi, then worked closely with Michel Richard at Citronelle and later helmed the kitchen at Central, a James Beard Award-winning restaurant. He opened Mintwood Place in 2011, earning multiple accolades including RAMMY Awards and James Beard semifinalist honors.

In 2015, he launched Convivial, acclaimed for its French bistro fare. This summer, Maupillier will helm the kitchen as Executive Chef of Barbouzard, a highly-anticipated French-Mediterranean concept opening soon in Washington, D.C.