If it ain't broke, he won't fix it

THERE is the saying: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." That principle could not be more true for executive chef Christophe Muller at L'Auberge Du Pont de Collonges, the signature restaurant under the Paul Bocuse Group. It is also the only restaurant in the world to retain its three Michelin stars for the last 50 years.

"L'Auberge Du Pont de Collonges is very classic, we do not follow trends," says Chef Muller, through an interpreter. He was in Singapore for the recent World Gourmet Summit where, together with Jaan's chef de cuisine Julien Royer, he presented a sold-out four hands, nine-course dinner menu, to mark Martell's 300th anniversary, and to commemorate Singapore's 50th birthday.

A quick check online reveals that while some diners rave about their experiences at the restaurant located near Lyon, others have accused it of being dated. On those who give it a less than stellar review, Chef Muller says: "It is likely that they have never been to the restaurant, but are just hearing from oth…