Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo 2026: 7 Exceptional Dinners in the World’s Most Michelin-Starred Resort

The Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo 2026 returns for its sixth edition, confirming its status as one of Europe’s most prestigious gastronomic events. From May 13 to November 14, 2026, the Principality of Monaco becomes the stage for international haute cuisine through a series of seven exceptional four-hands dinners, hosted in the Michelin-starred restaurants of Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer.

With six Michelin-starred restaurants and a total of ten Michelin stars, SBM reinforces its reputation as the world’s most Michelin-starred resort, offering a unique experience that combines culinary artistry, innovation, and world-class gastronomy.

More than a culinary celebration, the festival is a cultural project that highlights the “Made in Monte-Carlo” gastronomic philosophy, fostering encounters between resident chefs and leading international culinary masters.

Monte-Carlo: a global capital of fine dining excellence

With over 30 restaurants and bars in the Principality, Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer stands among the world’s most important destinations for haute cuisine.

The Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo aims to create dialogue between Michelin-starred chefs, highlight the talent of resident brigades, and deliver unique gastronomic experiences.

The 2026 edition features major international chefs including Alain Ducasse, Yannick Alléno, Marcel Ravin, and Dominique Lory, alongside top chefs from France, Italy, Sweden, and beyond.

The 2026 Four-Hands Dinner Program

May 13 – Blue Bay Marcel Ravin** (Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort)

A meeting between Marcel Ravin (2 Michelin stars) and Glenn Viel (3 Michelin stars, L’Oustau de Baumanière).
Creole-inspired cuisine meets refined Provençal Mediterranean tradition.

May 22 – Le Grill* (Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo)

Dominique Lory reunites with his mentor Christophe Moret, chef at Domaine Les Crayères.
A tribute to classical French haute cuisine and shared culinary heritage.

June 13 – Pavyllon Monte-Carlo* (Hôtel Hermitage)

Yannick Alléno welcomes Gérald Passedat (Le Petit Nice, 3 Michelin stars).
A Mediterranean dialogue between Marseille and Monaco.

July 23 – Elsa Marcel Ravin* (Monte-Carlo Beach)

Marcel Ravin hosts Christopher Coutanceau, a leading voice in sustainable seafood cuisine.
A celebration of the Mediterranean and responsible fishing practices.

September 19 – L’Abysse Monte-Carlo** (Hôtel Hermitage)

Yannick Alléno meets Martino Ruggieri, rising star of contemporary cuisine.
A fusion of Japanese haute cuisine and French culinary precision.

September 23 – Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse*** (Hôtel de Paris)

Grand finale of the series with Alain Ducasse, Emmanuel Pilon, and Björn Frantzén (Frantzén, 3 Michelin stars).
A landmark dinner uniting three globally acclaimed culinary masters.

Final Gala: November 14, 2026

The Festival concludes on November 14, 2026, with the traditional Gala Dinner in the prestigious Salle Empire of the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.

For this occasion, the resort’s Michelin-starred chefs will create a collective gastronomic experience, showcasing the full creativity and expertise of their brigades.

A celebration of the Grand Art de Vivre à Monte-Carlo, embodying elegance, excellence, and culinary artistry.

Monaco’s role as a global gastronomic capital

The Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo 2026 confirms Monaco’s position as one of the world’s leading culinary destinations.

By bringing together Michelin-starred chefs and iconic restaurants, the event strengthens the Principality’s identity as a hub of gastronomic excellence, where tradition and innovation meet in unforgettable dining experiences.