The Ripailles Team

After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Restaurant Management from the Grégoire Ferrandi School, Thomas continued his training with three years of apprenticeships in brasseries and Michelin-starred hotels in France and England. He then decided to go to Australia to further his culinary training and deepen his understanding of kitchen operations.

Upon returning to Paris, Thomas joined the front-of-house teams of Théo Pourriat and Bertrand Grébaut. He climbed the ranks, first taking the lead at the restaurant Clamato, then at the restaurant Septime.

He co-founded Ripailles with Agathe in September 2021.

Agathe, who had spent several years working in the fashion industry, decided to change careers and pursue her passion for cooking. In 2016, she earned her CAP diploma in culinary arts and began an apprenticeship under Chef Rémi Poulain. She worked alongside him for three years at the restaurant Le Christine, eventually reaching the position of sous-chef. Afterward, Agathe became head chef at the bistronomic restaurant Dame Nation, where she was able to further develop her creativity over the two years she spent there.

She co-founded Ripailles with Thomas in September 2021.