About us

The Chaîne, true to its purpose, offers each of its members the opportunity to gather around the table and enjoy the camaraderie experienced by the pleasures of good food and wine. Through this sharing, members can cultivate richly rewarding friendships locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Many Chaîne introductions have resulted in life-long relationships.

The Bailliage des Etats-Unis is made up of approximately 145 local bailliages with 7,000 members sharing the special bond Chaîne membership affords. Membership is by invitation only and is extended to both men and women with rank being signified by ribbons bestowed at formal induction ceremonies. Underlying its phenomenal growth and success is that which distinguishes the Chaîne from other organizations involved in food and wine is the unique interfacing of professionals and amateur connoisseurs. Professional members, for whom the Chaîne affords the opportunity to demonstrate exceptional skill, include the finest chefs, as well as hotel and restaurant owners and managers.