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David Gallienne, the head chef and owner of Le Jardin des Plumes, a one-Michelin-star restaurant in France’s Normandy region, will host two exclusive dinners at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi on Nov. 17-18. In the first of these special meals, diners will experience a premium set menu spotlighting French gastronomy paired with Bollinger champagne on Nov. 17. This intimate Michelin-caliber meal will be available for 20 persons and served in the lovely glasshouse venue of L’Orangerie. The next night, on Nov. 18, Chef Gallienne will serve an exclusive “Le Jardin des Plumes Michelin dinner” in the newly refurbished Le Beaulieu at Metropole Hanoi. The winner of the popular reality TV show Top Chef France in 2020, Gallienne was born and raised in Le Mans, and has more than 15 years’ experience working in the kitchens of several Michelin-starred restaurants in Normandy, from Alençon to Rouen and Bagnols-de-L’orne. In early 2020, he became the owner of the hotel and gourmet restaurant Le Jardin des Plumes, where he has served many prestigious guests including French President Emmanuel Macron and a former Japanese prime minister. In love with his native region, Gallienne delights diners’ taste buds by proposing a cuisine inspired by the Normandy region, which he revisits with surprising flavors while also raising awareness about the wonders of nature, the natural rhythm of the seasons, and the work of local producers and artisan suppliers. Le Beaulieu, the award-winning modern French fine dining restaurant at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, and its refined al fresco extension La Terrasse recently celebrated their reopening following an extensive seven-month refurbishment. With an elegant and sophisticated new design, alongside renowned French gastronomy and a wide selection of wines, the signature restaurant at Metropole Hanoi ties together the hotel’s 120-year-old storied past with a contemporary new look that manages to meld the opulent, the classical and the modern in a single scheme that’s long on white, gold and heathery blue-grays.

Taj Resort & Convention Centre, Goa recently opened its doors to Goa’s all-new premium seafood destination - C2C (Coast to Coast). The opulent dining is located against the backdrop of the magnificent Arabian Sea showcasing a plethora of signature coastal flavours. Inspired by the tales and travels from across the oceans, the menu highlights pescatarian favourites from around the world including the southern coast of India.The tastefully designed space is inspired by the sea with elements and hues of the coast primarily in soothing tones of grey and azure. The seating is divided in three – the indoor lounge, the al fresco located against the backdrop ofthe sea and the private dining which floats atop an independent water body. Open only for dinner, C2C is the ideal spot for a sundowner or an evening soirée. The menu is curated by Chef Edridge Vaz and his team of skilled professionals to bring forth the best of seafood from across the globe. Speaking about the coastal fare, Chef Vaz expresses, “We are truly excited to create a one of a kindseafood experience that has not been witnessed before. Using a contemporary approach, the menu is simplistic and uncomplicated but scores high on flavour. Goa being located on the Konkan coast of India contributes to the menuwith select favourites from the state. C2C is a dining experience re-imagined with the signature service of Taj, seeped in elegance and grandeur. The menu flaunts of selections from the western, eastern and Indian shoreline. The Chef’s signature preparations include Tuna Tataki, served on a Himalayan salt slab; Chatka King Crab in spicy chilli-coriander butter glazing; BakedSeabass Filo, baked seabass fillet in filo pastry; Spiced Salmon Steak, Norwegian salmon spiced and served with hollandaise sauce; Lobster Thermidor, served in light mustard cream sauce glazed and Crab Xec Xec, traditional Goan crab preparation in coconut and spice gravy. In addition to seafood, the menu also offers the choice of succulent meat preparations and vegetarian delicacies.   At C2C, one can enjoy an evening by the sea, with a dining experience that transports you to the different coasts around the world. Set sail on a gastronomic journey of coastal cuisine with a refined twist.

The renowned international restaurant concept is walking into the Maldives with the world’s first floating Zuma outlet. Located in the tropical paradise of the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, it will offer its guests upscale bespoke service and unforgettable experiences, complementing the high hospitality standards of the luxury brand. Founded in London in 2002, the globally acclaimed Zuma is inspired by the traditional Japanese izakaya and is now present in seventeen locations worldwide. Zuma Maldives will showcase the beauty of its stunning location, using natural materials and locally inspired design elements in its interior concept.  Zuma Maldives will serve its famous specialties, including sliced seabass with yuzu, roasted lobsters, shiso ponzu butter, and spicy beef tenderloin. The dedicated lounge area will offer signature beverages with breathtaking sunset views over the island and the surrounding turquoise waters. The well-awaited restaurant is set to open within several months and is already creating excitement in the market, promising unforgettable dining. Apart from experiencing the unique Zuma Maldives, guests of the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi will also enjoy a variety of available activities, whether it be relaxing in one of ten luxurious spa treatment villas, exploring the ocean’s incredible underwater world, or the island’s dazzling white-sand beaches. The resort welcomes its guests at 119 Beach, Reef, and Overwater villas, all with private pools, along with an ultimate escape and unparalleled levels of privacy and personalized service of Ithaafushi - the largest private island in the Maldives. Photo credits Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts