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Born
(02/25/1897)
Fernand Point was born in Louhans, France. During this time, his parents were the owners of a fairly popular buffet-style restaurant, where he would grow to love cooking. -
Began Cooking
(1907)
During this time, Fernand perfected his technique and cooking skills under a number of different hotels and restaurants. -
Moved to Vienne, and Opened a Restaurant With His Father
(1922)
Fernand moved to Vienne, where he opened a restaurant with his father. -
Inherits his father's Restaurant, and Renames it 'La Pyramide'
(1924) Fernand Point's father passed away, passing control of the restaurant over to his son, who then renamed it 'La Pyramide.' -
'La Pyramide' Awarded Second Michelin Star
(1926)
Fernand's restaurant, 'La Pyramide,' is awarded it's second Michelin Star. -
'La Pyramide' Received First Michelin Star
(1929)
Fernand's restaurant, 'La Pyramide,' is awarded it's first Michelin Star. -
Became Married to Marie Louise
(1930)
Fernand Point became married to Marie Louise, who he would remain married to until his death. -
'La Pyramide' Given Third Michelin Star
(1932)
Fernand's restaurant, 'La Pyramide,' is awarded it's third and final Michelin Star. -
'La Pyramide' Among the First Twenty-Three Restaurants to Receive Three Michelin Stars
(1933)
Fernand's restaurant, 'La Pyramide,' is among the first twenty-three restaurants to receive three Michelin Stars. -
Marjolaine and potato gratin recipe
(1945)
Marjolaine is a cake that has heavy cream incorporated. It is light a and creamy cake with nuts and covered in a rich chocolate. Potato Gratin is also has a lot of cream and butter. The potatoes are thinly cut and really rich. -
Died, Passing Control of the Restaurant Over to his Widow, Marie Louise
(03/04/1955)
Fernand Point died, passing the majority of control over 'La Pyramide' to his wife, Marie Louise. -
'Ma Gastronomie' Was First Published
(1969)
The book was a series of techniques mixed in with nearly 200 of Fernand's recipes. -
Marie Louise Died
(1986)
Marie Louise, Fernand's widow, died.
