Claude Bosi
Claude Bosi | |
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| Born | 1972 Lyon, France |
| Occupation | Chef |
| Years active | 1990s–present |
| Known for | Michelin-starred restaurants including Hibiscus and Claude Bosi at Bibendum |
Claude Bosi (born 1972) is a distinguished French chef recognized for his Michelin-starred dining establishments. His culinary career took a significant step forward in 1999 when he served as Head Chef at Overton Grange, where he secured his inaugural Michelin star. In 2000, he launched Hibiscus in Ludlow, Shropshire, which earned two Michelin stars by 2004. Hibiscus was subsequently moved to London in 2007, regaining its two-star status by 2009 before closing its doors in 2016. Early in 2017, Bosi unveiled his premier restaurant, Claude Bosi at Bibendum in Chelsea, which achieved two Michelin stars within half a year.
Career
Bosi’s culinary foundation was built through training at multiple Michelin-starred French establishments including La Pyramide Fernand Point, Restaurant Chiberta, L'Arpège, and Restaurant Alain Ducasse. During his tenure at L'Arpège, the restaurant attained its third Michelin star. In 1997, he relocated to Ludlow to take on the role of sous chef at Overton Grange, quickly rising to Head Chef and earning a Michelin star by 1999.
The year 2000 marked the opening of Hibiscus in Ludlow, which received its first Michelin star within twelve months and a second star by 2004. With investor backing, Bosi transferred Hibiscus to a Mayfair location in London in 2007, featuring a 45-seat dining area.
In 2010, alongside his brother Cedrick, Bosi purchased The Fox and Grape pub in Wimbledon. The duo transformed it into a gastropub while preserving its original name. Prior to this, they had jointly managed a pub in Herefordshire until 2010. Later, in 2016, the brothers acquired The Swan Inn near Esher and Claygate, reopening it as an upscale gastropub complete with luxury accommodations following renovation.
Bosi was honored with the Chef Award at The Caterer's The Catey Awards in July 2018. His television appearances include BBC One's Saturday Kitchen and participation in London's pop-up venue "The Cube" during 2012.
In the same year, he collaborated with Rémy Martin to establish La Maison Rémy Martin, a bar specializing in Cognac cocktails paired with gourmet cuisine.
Controversy
In November 2012, restaurant critic James Isherwood rated Bosi’s establishment three out of five stars on Tripadvisor, citing overcooked crab as a flaw. Bosi responded on Twitter using offensive language and provocative remarks such as "Please buy yourself a pair of balls and play with them," intensifying the conflict. The incident attracted media scrutiny, with chef Luke Mackay condemning Bosi and other starred chefs for their aggressive reactions toward the blogger.
Personal life
In January 2020, Bosi revealed that despite living in the UK for 23 years, he was refused permanent residency following Brexit.