In an opening remark by His Excellency Mr. Thierry Mathou Ambassador of the Republic of France to the Philippines in a small gathering at Alliance Francaise de Manille, he shares how he never understood the concept behind fast food, which is a norm here in the Philippines. In France, the ambassador shares, meal time is seen as a time to slow down, relax, and enjoy the company of loved ones.
His Excellency Mr. Thierry Mathou
Which is exactly why Goût de France or Good France was born.
In 2015, Goût de France or Good France was launched by French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius and chef Alain Ducasse with the purpose of highlighting the culinary tradition of France—one that values quality, innovative, and environmentally responsible cuisine—while promoting France as a prime destination for tourists.
Chef Michel Herbert of Le Bistro d’Agathe
Chef Adrien Guerrey of La Maison Rose
Chefs and restaurateurs from all over the world were screened, chosen, and tasked to offer a complete French menu in their restaurants, while remaining free to highlight their own culinary styles.
(L-R) Chef Justin Baradas of Resturant 101, His Excellency Mr. Thierry Mathou, Chef Paul Cottanceau-Pocard of Spiral Manila, and Chef Adrien Guerrey of La Maison Rose
These menus will be served on March 21, 2016 by 1,500 chefs from 150 countries around the world, including the Philippines.
Goût de France in the Philippines
Ten restaurants in the in the Philippines will be participating in Goût de France this year. They are as follows:
- L’Aubergine (Taguig), with Chef Julian Koeberl
- Le Bistro d’Agathe (Makati), With Chef Michel Herbert
- Bizu Patisserie & Bistro (Makati), with Chef Alexander Tanco
- Champetre Boutique & Restaurant (Taguig), with Chef Marc Aubry
- Impressions (Pasay), with Chef Cyrille Soenen
- Lemuria (Quezon City), with Chef Kevin Endaya
- Enderun College’s Resturant 101 (Taguig), with Chef Justin Baradas
- Sofitel’s Spiral Manila (Pasay), with Chef Denis Vecchiato and Chef Paul Cottanceau-Pocard
- Hotel Benilde’s Vatel Restaurant (Manila) with Chef Pierre Cornelis
- La Maison Rose (Cebu), with Chef Adrien Guerrey
Some of the dishes to be served on Goût de France:
By Chefs Denis Vecchiato and Chef Paul Cottanceau-Pocard of Spiral Manila
Chocolate and Pistachio Terrine, Vanilla Custard by Chef Adrien Guerrey (La Maison Rose)
Lemon Tartelette by Chef Adrien Guerrey (La Maison Rose)
Foie Gras Symphony by Chef Julian Koeberl (L’Aubergine)
Chocolate Delice with Hazelnut Ice Cream by Chef Justin Baradas (Restaurant 101)
As part of Goût de France, Mr. Bruno Quenioux, a French wine specialist, will also be holding wine tasting sessions: at Hotel Benilde’s Vatel Restaurant on March 22, and at La Vie Parisienne in Makati on March 23.
Take part in this amazing culinary experience. Visit the participating restaurants, and don’t forget to tag your posts online with @FrenchEmbassyPH and the hashtag #GoodFrance.
Goût de France
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