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La Grande Taverne de Londres, recognized as the first luxury restaurant, was founded in Paris in 1782 by Antoine Beauvilliers.1
Beauvilliers was a prominent culinary writer and gastronomic authority who later authored the influential cookbook LâArt du cuisinier. He is credited with establishing the standard for fine dining by combining four essential elements: an elegant atmosphere, professional service, a curated wine cellar, and superior cuisine.1