Gérald Passedat, three-Michelin-star chef, sells his famous restaurant Le Petit Nice to the Saadé family

Chef Gérald Passedat announced his retirement from Le Petit Nice in Marseille after 40 years, selling it to the Saadé family. He expressed confidence in their ability to maintain the restaurant's legacy. The establishment will undergo a year of renovations but will retain its name. Passedat will serve as a special advisor during this transition. He emphasized that regaining three Michelin stars is not the goal. Le Petit Nice, which earned three Michelin stars in 2008, is known for its iconic dishes, including the bouille-abaisse. The Saadé family, owners of CMA CGM, has diversified into various sectors, including luxury hospitality.