Peter Knogl is one of Switzerland’s most celebrated chefs, holder of three Michelin stars at the Cheval Blanc restaurant in the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois in Basel. Renowned for refined French cooking with subtle Asian touches and extraordinary sauces, he has taken the restaurant to the very top – even ranked the number-one restaurant in the world by La Liste.
Bavarian-born but long established in Basel, Knogl combines classical technique with a personal, flavour-driven style that has earned him a place among the finest chefs in Europe.
TL;DR
- Chef of the three-Michelin-star Cheval Blanc in Basel
- Located in the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
- Three Michelin stars and 19 Gault Millau points since 2015
- Twice named Gault Millau Chef of the Year
- Ranked number one in the world by La Liste in 2025
Peter Knogl key facts
| Origin | Bavaria (based in Basel) |
| Restaurant | Cheval Blanc, Basel |
| Rating | Three Michelin stars; 19 Gault Millau |
| At Cheval Blanc since | 2007 |
| Known for | Refined French cuisine with Asian touches |
From Bavaria to Basel
A native of Bavaria, Peter Knogl gained experience in renowned establishments around the world before settling in Switzerland. Since 2007 he has led the Cheval Blanc restaurant at the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois in Basel, bringing it to international fame through his dedication, passion and distinctive culinary style.
Three Michelin stars
Under Knogl, Cheval Blanc has held three Michelin stars and 19 Gault Millau points since 2015, placing it among the elite of Swiss and European restaurants. He has twice been named Chef of the Year by Gault Millau, and in 2025 the restaurant was ranked the number-one restaurant in the world by La Liste – a remarkable recognition of his consistency at the summit.
Sauces and finesse
Knogl’s cuisine is refined French cooking built on top-quality products, enlivened by a subtle touch of Asian influences that keep it fresh and exciting. His signature lies in his exquisite, flavour-rich sauces, widely regarded as among the best in the world, which bring depth and harmony to every dish.
Signature style
Knogl’s style unites classical French finesse with a personal sense of flavour and a mastery of sauces. He treats superb produce with precision and restraint, adding just enough Asian nuance to make his cooking distinctive. It is elegant, deeply flavoured cuisine that has kept Cheval Blanc at the pinnacle for years.
Peter Knogl in context
Knogl is one of Switzerland’s three-star chefs featured on Pickup Table 4, alongside Franck Giovannini and fellow Basel chef Tanja Grandits.
Follow Peter Knogl
Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl – official site
Peter Knogl FAQ
Who is Peter Knogl?
A chef with three Michelin stars at Cheval Blanc in Basel, Switzerland.
Where is the restaurant?
In the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois in Basel.
How many Michelin stars does he have?
Three, held since 2015.
What is he known for?
Refined French cuisine with Asian touches and exceptional sauces.
Has his restaurant been ranked number one?
Yes – by La Liste in 2025.
