LES GOURMANDS

"Les Gourmands is run by foodies for foodies. The charming authentic interior is ideally suited to the classical fare of Didier Bernard, assisted by Lydia Glacé, who is in charge of the decadent desserts. The gifted duo, who were awarded their first Michelin star in 1996, are committed body and soul to celebrating premium produce. You may taste Burgaud duck, respectfully and delicately cooked to medium rare, flanked by a spicy duck gravy that is divinely paired with orange marmalade or a big-boned duck shepherd’s pie oozing with buttery flavours. Les Gourmands excels in the art of adding a contemporary spin to time-honoured recipes and remains scrupulously faithful to old school technique, while catering to today’s palates and slipping in the odd Mediterranean nuance from time to time. This is illustrated by a carbonara of lobster with house-made spaghettoni and a creamy parmesan and black truffle sauce. If you now add the savvy wine list, which is the work of sommelier and owner Carlo Zecchin, and his insightful tips, you will understand why discerning connoisseurs flock to this outstanding establishment, like bees to honey." - Michelin Inspector