Star Chef's
We invite some of the country’s leading chefs to Gaustablikk for unique high-mountain dining experiences, led by Executive Chef Jimmy Øien
Star chef's 
Taste of mountains and high quality
The concept Star Chefs at Gausta is led by our very own Executive Chef, Jimmy Øien – known for his pioneering work in sustainability and gastronomy. Jimmy handpicks some of Scandinavia’s finest chefs to visit Gaustablikk for exclusive takeovers and unique culinary experiences in the mountains.
Through Star Chefs at Gausta, he aims to create evenings where the mountains meet Michelin – where passion, creativity, and raw nature come together.
You will receive updates on the next star chef here.
Our starchef's
The first Italian to earn a Michelin star in Norway.
Featured on Forbes’ 2025 “Under 30” list of Italy’s most promising talents.
Winner of Bocuse d’Or 2015
Has written two cookbooks — My Food! (2014) and Finally the Weekend (2016).
Photo: www.impulsfoto.no
Gausta Restaurant Shuttle
Enjoy free transportation* when you book a table at Blikk Fjellbrasserie, Bjørk and Kirk's Bar & Lounge at Gaustablikk Fjellresort
31 December
Wednesday: 17:00 - 23:00
2 January – 29 March
Friday and Saturday: 17:00 – 23:00
9 February – 22 February
Monday – Sunday: 17:00 – 23:00
30 March – 5 April
Monday – Sunday: 17:00 – 23:00
Remember to book both your table and transport 24 hours in advance to secure your spot by calling +47 35 09 14 22 or send an email to hello@gausta.com
*This offer is valid only within the Gausta area and subject to availability.
Former Star Chefs
Koizen is featured in the Michelin Guide for its omakase-style sushi in Gothenburg.
The restaurant is run by Alven Chu (trained in the USA and Japan) and his father John, focusing on honest sushi crafted with high precision.
White Guide Rising Star of the Year, 2014
Author of “Nordisk Sushi/Rå som sushi” and “Food Retreat”.
Was co-owner and head chef of the restaurant Aloë, awarded two Michelin stars.
Also participated in the Swedish TV competition Kockarnas kamp (Chef’s Battle).
Named Chef of the Year in Sweden 2015, the youngest ever to receive the title.
Also won the popular TV competition Kockarnas kamp in 2018.
Represented Sweden at the Swedish Embassy in New York, preparing food for a diplomatic audience.
Former Executive Chef at the two-star Michelin restaurant Frantzén in Stockholm.
Founder and owner of Restaurant Substans in Aarhus. Runs several restaurants together with his wife.Restaurant Substans received one Michelin star in 2015.
Photo: McDonald’s
Winner of two gold medals in the Norwegian Culinary Cup, silver in the Norwegian Championship of Culinary Arts, bronze with the junior national team at the World Cup 2018, and bronze + sustainability award in Chef of the Year 2021.
Photo: Fabel Media
