Bernard Pacaud is a French chef specializing in classical haute cuisine, best known for his Paris restaurant L'Ambroisie, located on the Place des Vosges. He has held three Michelin stars since 1986, a distinction reflecting a sustained commitment to precision and refinement in French cooking. His cookbook L'Ambroisie: Place des Vosges à Paris (1993) documents the dishes and culinary philosophy of the restaurant, offering a record of the style of cooking practiced there. Pacaud's work sits within the tradition of French grand cuisine, emphasizing technical mastery and the quality of ingredients.