Renée Richard
French cheesemonger
About Renée Richard
Lived 1928 – 2014 (aged 85). Renée Richard was a French cheesemonger.
Renée Françoise Jeanne Richard (14 July 1928 – 31 March 2014) was a renowned French cheesemonger in Lyon and the proprietor of La Mère Richard at Les Halles, 102 Cours Lafayette in Lyons.
Biography Renée Richard was born on July 14, 1928, in Lyon.
In 1965, she opened her first store in Les Halles des Cordeliers.
Chef Paul Bocuse included his cheese on his menu, specifying its name. He was the one who gave it the nickname “Mère Richard”.
He died on March 31, 2014, in Lyon, at the age of 85.
His daughter, also named Renée Richard, succeeded him (she died in January 2025).
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Who was Renée Richard?
French cheesemonger
When was Renée Richard born?
Renée Richard was born on 14 July 1928 in 7th arrondissement of Lyon.
When did Renée Richard die?
Renée Richard died on 31 March 2014 in 4th arrondissement of Lyon.
What was Renée Richard's occupation?
Renée Richard was a cheesemonger.
What nationality was Renée Richard?
Renée Richard was French.
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