The chef at the restaurant that bears his name, Christophe Hay (2 Michelin stars), in Blois, is a chef unlike any other in French gastronomy. Exceptional not only for his talent, but also for his determination to develop an ecosystem around his restaurant that enables him to source high-quality local produce. Livestock farming, truffle fields, vegetable gardens… Christophe Hay, aged 49, is more than just a chef; he is a maestro.