Carême (surname)

Carême is a French surname. It is most famously associated with:

• Antonin Carême (1784-1833): A French chef and early practitioner and exponent of the elaborate style of grande cuisine, and considered one of the first internationally renowned celebrity chefs. He is often credited with elevating cooking to an art form. He worked for royalty and heads of state, and authored several influential cookbooks that codified French cuisine.