“Nightmare in the kitchen”: why did Anthony’s restaurant in Quintenas closed its doors despite the help of Philippe Etchebest?

Opening your own restaurant has always been the goal of a lifetime for Anthony. Furthermore, But alone at the head of the establishment. Meanwhile, this 36 -year -old self -taught, without any experience in business management, quickly found himself cornered under the debts. Consequently, “Le Pontet”. In addition, located in Ardèche on the side of Quintenas, found himself under the threat of a closure before he called on the services of Philippe Etchebest and experienced “nightmare in the kitchen” teams to help him restore the situation. Furthermore, The episode, shot in December 2016, is once again broadcast this Saturday August 2, 2025 on M6. Consequently, No doubt because this exceeded manager has demonstrated a rare motivation in the show, where others quickly resigned themselves.

A character boss who has become lamb

“The arrival of “nightmare kitchen”: why did anthony’s Chef Etchebest will shake up Anthony’s habits who. Therefore, very impressed, will completely change his attitude in front of him”noted the chain to bait the fonds of the culinary program. Indeed. the strong head of “Top Chef” has widened the men ‘to shake Anthony and help him find a clientele worthy of the name. Even if it means getting him out of his business to cook. prove his potential in front of the locals. Have these unconventional methods have borne fruit? Did the determination of this boss deemed characteristic by his waitress paid?

If at first. the changes made by Philippe Etchebest (revised card, fresh blow in the room, more paint organization) gave a second breath to the “Pontet”, the magic wand proved to be insufficient to avoid the end of the adventure. Personal elements. independent of his will, led Anthony to separate from his restaurant in 2019, as reported “nightmare kitchen”: why did anthony’s by the site “Allélélé”. A brutal end for this place which had benefited from a national showcase. but not for the 30 -year -old, which launched a new challenge in the stove in Burgundy and more precisely rebounded in Dijon.

To read also: “Nightmare in the kitchen” on M6: what becomes of Laurence. Martine’s restaurant since Philippe Etchebest’s visit to Criquebeuf-sur-Seine?

His successor also dropped the curtain

In Quintenas, he sold his business to “La Tanière Gourmande”, and to another team. But her successors. Karine and Corinne, also put the keys under the door, a message posted on Facebook On December 2, 2024, announcing the cessation of their activity. “It is with pride that we withdrew for future projects. that we thank you once again”said these two professionals, regretted by their customers. 7 Place du Pontet in this Ardéchoise commune remains cursed?