"Nothing comes solely by chance".

The all-important qualities, Mosimann never ceases to point out, are planning, self discipline, energy, hard work, and luck of course. What are his tips for cooks?

"Don't try to overdo things or use too many ingredients. Leave the taste of what it is. "

Chicken should taste like chicken and fish like fish. That's vital. So many people try to overpower good produce. Keep it simple. Our profession is one where you must give and be happy with it."

His interests include fitness sports, particularly jogging, vintage cars, travelling the world and collecting antique cookery books.

"One day I would like to have a museum. I have also dreamt of having a castle. So that would be it: in my castle I would have a museum of cookery, to share my experience and knowledge with other people."