Le Bistrot Français, part of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux hospitality association, announces its collaboration with Chef Tom Meyer, one of the most highly acclaimed French chefs of the moment, awarded by the Michelin Guide and receiver of the Meilleur Ouvrier de France title. As of Monday, March 3, the restaurant’s menu will bear his signature, marking a special moment for Romanian gastronomy.
Chef Tom Meyer says: “Le Bistrot Français is a place with soul, elegance and a genuine passion for fine dining. I am honored to contribute to this project and bring my vision to Bucharest. The menu I have created celebrates the richness of French cuisine, refreshed with modern touches. I look forward to sharing this culinary journey with our guests.”
“It is a truly special moment for gastronomy in Romania to have the privilege of collaborating with a two Michelin-starred chef to create the new spring menu. Tom Meyer’s experience, discipline and creativity elevates Le Bistrot Français to an unprecedented level, delaying our commitment to offer the finest dining experience in Romania and why not, providing a favorable pretext for the Michelin guide to come to our country,” adds Cristian Preotu, founder and CEO of Le Manoir Group.
Through this collaboration, Le Bistrot Français becomes the only restaurant in Romania to offer a menu signed by a chef with such a Michelin-recognized menu, consolidating its position as a pioneer of fine-dining gastronomy in Romania. Chef Meyer will work closely with Executive Chef Sorin Miftode to translate his vision into an exceptional dining experience where French tradition meets modern innovation.
Chef Tom Meyer – A visionary of French gastronomy
A household name in the world of gastronomy, Chef Tom Meyer has built an impressive career working in some of France’s most renowned restaurants. A pupil of the legendary Anne-Sophie Pic, Meyer demonstrated his mastery at the Granite in Paris, where he earned his first Michelin star just six months after opening, and then La Chèvre d’Or on the French Riviera. In these restaurants, he shaped his innovative culinary style, based on the perfect balance between classic French techniques and modern influences.
The recognition he received from the Michelin Guide and the title of Meilleur Ouvrier de France in 2023, as well as winning the Taittinger International Culinary Prize and reaching the finals of the Bocuse D’Or competition are undeniable proof of his exceptional talent and unique approach to gastronomy. His arrival at Le Bistrot Français marks a defining moment for the Romanian culinary scene, bringing a new dimension of excellence in fine dining.
Celebrating its tenth anniversary, Le Bistrot Français recently underwent an elegant renovation by designer Corina Olaru to reflect its ambitious new gastronomic direction. Chef Tom Meyer’s menu features exceptional dishes combining the highest quality ingredients with innovative techniques, such as: Foie gras ravioli, Burgundy snail tart with herbed onion soup, Smoked beetroot and champagne with turbot, Hereford beef fillet, and sublime desserts.
A complete experience – Gastronomy, exceptional wines and art
Le Bistrot Français not only offers an exceptional menu, but also one of Romania’s most acclaimed Wine Spectator Award-winning wine lists, including rare selections from Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne. The sophisticated atmosphere is complemented by artworks by classic Romanian painters such as Nicolae Tonitza and Eustațiu Stoenescu, adding a distinct, fairy-tale touch for guests
For fine drink enthusiasts, the Le Bistrot Français bar offers an impressive collection of rare cognacs, armagnac, calvados and vintage whiskies, all carefully selected to complement the dining experience.
“The vision for 2025 is to develop the private club concept, which will include the restaurant, the shops and a series of unique related events and experiences available only to club members, who will also have access to around three hundred other private clubs around the world,” Cristian Preotu adds.
For the next three years, Chef Tom Meyer will head the gastronomic direction at Le Bistrot Français, bringing culinary excellence to the highest level. During this period, the restaurant will also host other distinguished Michelin-starred chefs as special guests for exceptional gastronomic experiences.
These exclusive events will complement Le Wine Club, the concept dedicated to fine dining and rare wine enthusiasts, offering a platform to explore the most sophisticated culinary tastes and techniques in the elegant ambience of Le Bistrot Français.
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