André Compeyre is a native of Toulouse, France. André began his career almost thirty years ago in France and joined the Santambroeus team late 2013 to prepare the new LoewsRegency opening. Mr. Compeyre built his experience working in Michelin Star Restaurants such as; “Le Gavroche” in London, “Les Jardins de l’Opera” in Toulouse,  and “Le Chateau Eza” near Monaco.

Over the last twenty years, André has gained national recognition, as a Sommelier creating the wine program at Restaurant Thomas Henkelmann, The Homestead Inn in Greenwich, Connecticut, then as Chef Sommelier for Alain Ducasse at the Essex House from the opening in June 2000 thru 2006. He ran the wine program for the Brasserie Les Halles for four years before he come back to the “Fine dining scene” with David Bouley in Tribeca and Adour at the St Regis New York. Andre spent the last few years in a more cajole setting, having fun at the Bistrot Benoit, completing over nine years of loyal service with Alain Ducasse Entreprise.