Blaya Julien

Julien Blaya is an acclaimed chef and owner of two restaurants, La Senyera and Le Caillou, in the Pyrénées-Orientales region. A member of the Toques Blanches du Roussillon and recognized by Gault & Millau, he is a passionate advocate for seasonal, locally-sourced Mediterranean cuisine and is dedicated to training the next generation of chefs.

His culinary passion stems from his childhood, growing up in a family of butchers and choosing his career path at age fifteen. He runs his main restaurant, La Senyera, alongside his wife, Sandrine, creating an experience deeply rooted in the authentic flavors of the Catalan region.

Unique fact: He created a signature chocolate dessert named "le 2784, 66m Canigó, " precisely mirroring the altitude of the iconic local mountain.