Jean-Luc Petitrenaud, gastronomic critic and emblematic figure of French cuisine, has died at the age of 74. Known for his broadcasts and his writings, he left a rich legacy celebrated during his funeral, organized in the presence of many personalities.
On January 10, 2025, France learned with sadness of the disappearance of Jean-Luc Petitrenaud, at the age of 74. This gastronomic critic, host and writer was an essential figure in the French culinary landscape. His death, announced in a press release from his family, sparked numerous reactions in the world of gastronomy and beyond.
Jean-Luc Petitrenaud had devoted his life to sharing his love of the land and French cuisine. Known for his shows like The Escapades of Petitrenaud broadcast on France 5, he traveled the roads of France to discover to viewers the best artisans, producers and chefs. At that time, he was able to restore the nobility of simple, authentic and accessible gastronomy. Before making his mark on television, Jean-Luc Petitrenaud distinguished himself as a columnist in radio shows such as those of France Inter, where he shared his culinary favorites with true passion.
Death of Jean-Luc Petitrenaud: funeral in the presence of several personalities
The funeral of Jean-Luc Petitrenaud was organized this Friday, January 17, 2025, at the Saint-Pierre-du-Gros-Caillou church, located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. This tribute brought together many personalities from the culinary world, testifying to the extent of Jean-Luc Petitrenaud’s impact on his peers and friends.
-Among the chefs present, who respected the famous dress code, we found Cyril Lignac, Jean-François Piège, Michel Roth and Stéphanie Le Quellec, who came to pay tribute to the memory of a man who knew how to highlight their work. Other emblematic figures of television, like Denis Brogniart and Laurent Mariotte, were also present for this emotional goodbye. Finally, artists such as Philippe Lavil and Véronique de Villèle and the journalist Pierre Bonte also wanted to support his two children, Louise and Antonin, in this difficult moment.
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