Fresh, Simple, French

51 Witherspoon St., Princeton, NJ, 08542 | 609-924-3339 | info@kristinesprinceton.com

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Our team has taken this opportunity to bring fresh ingredients, fresh ideas, and a fresh take on a traditional French bistro menu. By adding healthy food options, featuring vegetables and a gluten free approach, you will discover that simple is delicious and delightful.

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Consuming raw, cooked to order, or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. There is a split plate charge of $2. Please note that there are a few items that the kitchen will not be able to split. In order to optimize your dining experience, complete orders are encouraged.

Our Team

NICOLAS DÉMURGÉ

Growing up in the countryside near Lyon, Nicolas Démurgé was exposed to the rhythms of the kitchen and the richness of local ingredients at an early age. With a mother who cared for the family’s three children and cooked everything from scratch using the produce of nearby farms, it was only natural that his love for food and cooking took root at a young age. Though he later veered away from the kitchen—earning a degree in electrical engineering, graduating from business school, and traveling the world—he eventually found himself unfulfilled by the direction his career had taken. What followed was a journey marked by passion and fortunate encounters.

Nicolas had the chance to meet Chef Norbert Laurence, became close friends with Chef Jean Debray—"the magician who succeeds with all his potions"—and cooked for Auro Bucci, who taught him the value of simplicity. He also worked alongside Chef Greg Vassos and Kathie, who instilled in him the discipline of consistency.

Today, Nicolas continues to bring his talents to the heart of Princeton at Kristine’s, where he offers a fresh and sincere take on the French bistro. After serving as both Executive Chef and General Manager, he now supervises the restaurant, supporting the team he has built over the years. He is deeply thankful to work every day with dedicated professionals and vibrant personalities who make the experience at Kristine’s both authentic and warmly welcoming.

His vision of French cuisine: Nicolas is passionate about product quality and believes deeply in the power of collective work, especially in the kitchen, where trust, collaboration, and respect shape every service.

"As a chef, I see myself as the humble servant of a history, of a tradition. My approach is to honor the classics by preparing them with today’s techniques and sensibilities. To respect the past is to give it life in the present.”

CHEF CHRIS BARON

Chris Baron’s culinary journey started with a spark of inspiration from traveling through the Province of Québec, where he was drawn to the French influence of the cuisine. Drawing on his experiences, he began his education in the culinary arts and discovered even more about what cooking means to him. He joined Kristine’s in 2021 as a Sous Chef and is now our current Executive Chef

“Cooking creates a sense of community, bringing people together to share a moment, all while enjoying food in ways they might not have experienced before.”

With the refinement and versatility of French cuisine, he finds endless possibilities to create beautiful dishes & experiences. All of which can truly be felt in everything Chris brings to Kristine’s.

CHEF ANNE-ELISABETH MUGNIER

Anne-Elisabeth first experimented with making French desserts in the family kitchen in Brittany, France. She was trained in the art of French bread and Viennoiserie at the Ecole Internationale du Savoir-Faire Français and learned to craft chocolate at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York.

In 2015, she launches “Les Délices D'Annelise,” selling her French confections across different places on the East Coast, including the Princeton Farmers Market.

She developed her pastry skills working with mentors both in France and in the United States, and she gets a lot of joy combining flavors through the creation of new desserts.

She joined the team at Kristine’s as the Pastry Chef last year, where she focuses on the creativity and diversity of the dessert menu, with the goal of sharing her passion with the Princeton community.

Interested in joining our team? Email us at info@kristinesprinceton.com for more information!