Cuistot - Palm Desert, CA

Chef Bernard was born in Condrieu, France where he gained his appreciation for fresh, tasteful food. At age 13, he became an apprentice charcutier. Over the next several years, Bernard worked with several chefs until becoming an Executive Chef in 1978. In 1987, Chef Bernard opened his own restaurant, Cuistot.

In 2003 Bernard and his wife Susan broke ground on a new location for Cuistot. The building incorporates a rustic French farmhouse theme conceived by the Dervieuxs and executed by Design Development in Agoura Hills, CA.

Spacious dining areas are separated into four major rooms to accommodate up to 290 diners, including 80 on the heated, outdoor terrace. For private parties there is a comfortable Wine Room which seats up to 40. The largest dining room features a giant fireplace reminiscent of the one in Dervieux’s childhood home near Lyon, France. Bernard’s Room overlooks the gleaming exposition kitchen for those wishing to experience the creative energy of the Chef and his staff in action. (from www.cuistotrestaurant.com)