Paris
I spoke recently in le Figaro about the discrete withdrawal of Gordon Ramsay from Trianon Palace in Versailles.
Did I say withdrawal? Let’s just say that the cooks haven’t seen the London chef very often since his arrival last winter. Not even the day the restaurant was accorded two Michelin stars.
When the Hilton group took over in February, Ramsay gave up his stake and now he only consults! That said, the cuisine isn’t undeserving - the Italian chef is quite competent.
So, the story could be said to have a happy ending. Still, it makes you reflect on the casualness, the cynical commercialism displayed by these chefs who love to preach and hire themselves out as fixers. Gastronomy remains a laugh riot, comical – and that’s why it gives us so much pleasure!
Trianon Palace Versailles : 1 Boulevard de la Reine • 78000 Versailles Téléphone: (33)(1) 30 84 55 56. Web Map
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