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André Rochat
André Rochat (born March 14, 1944) is a French-born American celebrity chef and restaurateur. He is credited for being the first chef to introduce Las Vegas visitors and locals to high-end dining. In 2015, he will celebrate 35 years since arriving in Las Vegas.

LIFE AND CAREER

Rochat was born in the French Alps where his family owned a charcuterie in the village of La Rochette. After learning the business—beginning at the age of five—he left home at 14 to apprentice at Leon de Lyon, the renowned Michelin two-star restaurant in the heart of Lyon. Later, he took a job at the Hôtel du Mont-Blanc in Megève, followed by a military assignment as chef to a French naval commander.

In 1965, Rochat departed his native France, arriving in Boston. After cooking at several East Coast hotels including Boston’s Charter House and Washington’s Mayflower and enjoying a stint as an in-flight chef for United Airlines, he eventually landed in Las Vegas. In 1973, he opened Savoy French Bakery.

In 1980, Rochat founded his eponymous French restaurant which would eventually become one of Las Vegas’ most acclaimed establishments. At the time, Andre’s became known for offering an intimate gourmet dinner.

In 1997, Rochat opened a second location on the Strip, Andre’s Restaurant and Lounge at Monte Carlo. By 2001, he opened Alizé at the Top of Palms Casino Resort.

In 2008 and 2009, both Alizé and Andre’s were recognized by the Michelin Guide with theone-star rating.

RESTAURANTS
 * Andre’s at Monte Carlo Hotel & Casino
 * Alizé at the Top of Palms Casino Resort

ANDRE'S AWARDS AND ACCOLADES
 * AAA Four Diamond Award: every year since 2005


 * “Most Romantic Restaurant”: 10Best.com (USAToday.com) 2014
 * “Diners’ Choice Winner: Romantic”: OpenTable.com 2014


 * André Rochat receives “Restaurateur of the Year” nomination from Nevada Restaurant Association Silver State Awards 2013


 * André Rochat named “Reigning Las Vegas Royalty”: Luxury Las Vegas Magazine 2013
 * “Best Cigar Collection”: Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best of Las Vegas 2013


 * “Best Romantic Restaurant”, “Best French Restaurant” and “Best Splurge Restaurant”: Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best of Las Vegas 2007


 * Regional Winner for “Traditional Cuisine”: Santé Magazine 2006


 * “Best French Restaurant”, “Most Romantic Restaurant” and “Best Wine Selection”: Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best of Las Vegas 2006


 * “Best Romantic Restaurant”: AolCityGuide.com 2006


 * Award of Culinary Achievement, Food and Beverage Directors of Las Vegas 2005


 * City of Las Vegas proclaims, “André Rochat Day", June 30, 2005


 * “Best French Restaurant”, “Best Wine Selection” and “Most Romantic Restaurant”: Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best of Las Vegas 2004


 * Distinguished Restaurants of North America - Board Member: DiRoNA (Distinguished Restaurants of North America) 2003


 * “Best French Restaurant”, “Best Romantic Restaurant” and “Best Place to Impress a Date”: Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best of Las Vegas 2003


 * Top Las Vegas Restaurant: Las Vegas Review-Journal 2002


 * “Best French Restaurant”: Epicurean Awards, Las Vegas Life Magazine 2001 and 2002


 * “Best French Restaurant in Las Vegas”, Southern Nevada Hotel Concierge Association Awards 2001 and 2002


 * “Best French Restaurant” and “Best Gourmet Restaurant”, Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best of Las Vegas 2002


 * Fodor’s Restaurant Guide: Fodor’s Choice Restaurant since 2002


 * Most Popular Restaurant in Las Vegas, Zagat Survey 2000 and 2001


 * Audience Winner for “Best Romantic Restaurant”, Best of 2001, Citysearch.com


 * Exceptional Eats in Las Vegas - Classic Restaurant Recognition, American Airlines 2000


 * Best of Award of Excellence since 1989, Wine Spectator Magazine


 * Restaurant Award, Wine Enthusiast Magazine 1996


 * “Best French Restaurant”, Casino Player Magazine 1999


 * “Most Timeless Restaurant”, Food & Wine Magazine 1999


 * André Rochat wins “Restaurateur of the Year”, Nevada Restaurant Association 1985


 * Ambassador 25 Award: Selected as one of America’s outstanding restaurants, International Institute of Dining Excellence 1985 and 1986

ALIZÉ'S AWARDS AND ACCOLADES
 * AAA Four Diamond Award: 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2014


 * “Most Romantic Restaurant": 10Best.com (USAToday.com) 2014


 * “Most Romantic Restaurant in Las Vegas”: Gayot.com 2014


 * “Diners’ Choice Finalist: Romantic”: OpenTable.com 2014


 * Michelin Guide: Awarded Michelin 1 Star 2008


 * AolCityGuide.com: Voted one of the city’s Best All-Around Restaurant 2006


 * Southern Nevada Concierge Hotel Association: Best French Restaurant 2005


 * Las Vegas Life Magazine: February 2004, Best French Restaurant


 * Condé Nast Traveler: May 2003, Hot Tables 2003, 75 top new restaurants in the world


 * Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best Gourmet Restaurant 2002
 * Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best New Hotel Restaurant 2001


 * Vegashotspots.com, Best Dinner with View 2001


 * Wine Spectator Magazine, Best of Award of Excellence – Since 2002