The World’s First Independent Chef-Led Caviar Competition
Caviar judged by those who serve it
The chefs
The Black Pearl Awards are judged by a panel of world acclaimed GaultMillau & Michelin star chefs whose expertise defines the standards of fine dining. Each brings a unique perspective shaped by years of innovation, artistry, and dedication to gastronomy.
Chicco Cerea
Chef Patron of Da Vittorio (Brusaporto, IT)
- 3 Michelin Stars since 2010 and Top 10 Restaurants in the World (La Liste 2025)
Stefan Beer
Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa, Interlaken BE
- 1 Michelin Star, 17 points at GaultMillau
Marco Böhler
Stucki, Basel BS
- 2 Michelin Stars, 19 points at GaultMillau
Edgard Bovier
Le Cerf, Rougemont VD
- President of the Swiss Culinary Merit Jury
- Patron of Taste Week 2025
- Member of the French Culinary Academy
Gregor Zimmermann
Bellevue Palace, Bern BE
- Member of "Club des Chefs des Chefs", official Chef of the Swiss Confederation
Philippe Gobet
Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne, Lausanne VD
- Ambassador de l'Excellence, Former Executive Chef
Marco Ortolani
La Réserve Eden au Lac Zurich, Zürich
- 1 Michelin Star, 16 points at GaultMillau
Francesco de Bartolomeis
Le Grand Bellevue, Gstaad BE
- 16 points at GaultMillau
Nicolas Darnauguilhem
Chef à la Pinte des Mossettes, Cerniat FR
- 17 points at GaultMillau
Philippe Chevrier
Domaine de Châteauvieux à Satigny GE
- 17 points au GaultMillau
