Michelin-starred in 2024 at Galanga.
What is his background?
Originally from Chartres, Thomas Danigo spent eight years at Le Laurent with Alain Pégouret, becoming sous-chef at 24. This long apprenticeship gave him a solid command of the fundamentals of French cuisine.
His path also includes Le Grand Monarque in Chartres and La Ponche in Saint-Tropez. At Galanga, the restaurant of the Hôtel Monsieur George in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, he earned a star in the 2024 Michelin Guide. He left the restaurant on 31 July 2025.
What is his cuisine?
Precision and liveliness sum up his style. Spices and fermentation bring depth, acidity brings tension, and plants hold the centre of the plate, all resting on a classical base acquired in the brigade and treated with a modern sensibility.
On the plate he looks for lightness and clarity: few elements, clean flavours, frank contrasts that keep the palate awake from one course to the next. This suits a small seated dinner as well as a larger reception.
We do not show a sample menu for Thomas Danigo. The menu is drawn up with him from the season, the occasion and your guests' tastes, then sent to you in writing for approval before the event. That is when the number of dishes and the dosage of spices are settled.
Where can he cook for you?
Thomas Danigo comes to cook in Paris and Île-de-France, the city where he led Galanga: see our private chef in Paris. He also worked in Saint-Tropez at La Ponche; a dinner in a Riviera villa can be planned on request, depending on his availability: private chef on the French Riviera. An Alpine chalet can also be considered for a mountain stay.
Frequently asked questions
Is Thomas Danigo still chef of Galanga?
No. He left Galanga, at the Hôtel Monsieur George, on 31 July 2025, after earning a star in the 2024 Michelin Guide.
Can he come and cook in my residence?
Yes. Prémices organises his visit to your home or a private venue, for a seated dinner or a reception. The format is set with him according to the kitchen available and the number of guests.
How do I book him?
Send us the date, venue and occasion. You receive a quote within 24 hours, and the chef's availability is confirmed within 48 hours. Price details are on our pricing page.
Welcome Thomas Danigo to your table: describe your evening. We come back to you within 24 hours and confirm the chef's availability within 48 hours.
See also: Michelin-starred chef at home, the complete experience and all our chefs.