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Xavier Rousset MS – Founder

Xavier started his career working at various prestigious restaurants in France such as the two Michelin Star Le Laurent in Paris and Villa Belrose in St Tropez before becoming Chief Sommelier at the Hotel du Vin. In 2002, Xavier won the Ruinart UK Sommelier of the Year and became the youngest Master Sommelier in the world. He was next appointed Head Sommelier at the Michelin-starred Le Manoir aux Quat Saisons working with the esteemed Raymond Blanc. Upon leaving, Xavier set up Texture restaurant in 2007 which, within only three years, won a Michelin Star plus a host of other accolades including three Rosettes in the AA Guide. In 2010, Xavier opened 28-50 Wine Workshop and Kitchen in Fetter Lane, followed by outlets in Mayfair and Marylebone.

Stepping away from restaurants for a year, Xavier travelled and ate his way around the world whilst also being a judge on key industry panels and teaching at the Court of Master Sommeliers. In 2016, he opened the Marylebone-favourite Blandford Comptoir, Cabotte in the City and Comptoir Cafe & Wine – Mayfair. Together with business partner – Gearoid, they opened TRADE, the hospitality industry’s members’ club which is soon to launch as an App.

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TRADE

Trade App: Connecting the hospitality community

It’s never been more essential for hospitality professionals to be connected and access support. The new trade app is an ecosystem of resources, perks and tools, designed exclusively for the millions of individuals that dedicate their lives to hospitality.

Find out more at tradehospitality.co.uk

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Blandford Comptoir

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Comptoir Café & Wine

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Cabotte

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