Pic at Beau-Rivage Palace reopened its doors after the major refurbishment

September 5th 2024, Anne-Sophie Pic and David Sinapian unveiled the new setting for their Swiss restaurant, nestled in the heart of the prestigious Beau-Rivage Palace in Lausanne.
The collaboration between Pic and Beau-Rivage, which has now been flourishing for 15 years, is based on a shared vision of luxury that is both sober and refined. This aesthetic is perfectly embodied in the design of the new space, by architect Tristan Auer. Guests will discover a world of elegance, with different atmospheres: dining room, bar, lounge, veranda, terrace and garden. The décor is based around authentic materials such as wood, quartzite and stone in warm tones, meticulously crafted by exceptional artisans. The tables, meanwhile, are adorned with leather and walnut marquetry, adding a contemporary touch.

Tribute to Michel Guérard

Michel Guérard, legendary French chef and Founding Father of Nouvelle Cuisine, passed away at 91, leaving behind an immeasurable culinary legacy.
The son of butchers, Michel Guérard began his career as an apprentice pastry chef at 14. Quickly recognized for his exceptional talent, he became “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” in 1958. His passion for cooking matched his dynamism and ability to celebrate life.
It is surely this fire that has always driven him that made him join the kitchens of the Lido, Maxim’s, and La Pérouse and then encouraged him to accompany the famous Régine in the opening of her Russian cabaret. There, he met Christine, and together, they wrote the first chapter of what is today a gastronomic and thermal saga, a story of family and happiness.

Star Nights – Spondi x Tantris Maison Culinaire

Nestled in the heart of Athens, Spondi lives in its discreet and serene room in winter and exults in summer in its green courtyard. Thanks to chef Arnaud Bignon, it has become an essential address for gastronomes. Arnaud’s creativity and the humble yet impressive mastery of his dishes mark his cuisine.
In his constant quest for innovation and encounters, the man who was one of the youngest chefs to receive two Michelin stars invited three of his chef friends for a series of dinners called Star Nights.

For its 68th annual conference, Les Grandes Tables Du Monde celebrates the arts of tableware and food service.

The 68th Les Grandes Tables du Monde congress was held in Paris from 4 to 6February 2024. The association singled out four personalities for their contribution to the culinary arts, pastry, dining service and wine waiting, to bring dining experiences to life in countries around the world

The association Les Grandes Tables du Monde welcomes 10 new members in 2023

On Monday, January 30th 2023, Les Grandes Tables Du Monde gathered with its members in the Salons Historiques of the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris for a cocktail party organised by Chef Quentin Testart and his teams to unveil the Association’s 2023 Guide and introduce its newest members: 10 this year, including 7 abroad.

Book trailer guide 2021

It has arrived in our homes and is now available online.
Find now all of our members in our Guide edition 2021 on our website: section Guide 2021.

2021 greeting card

For a new start in 2021...
All our wishes accompany each member of our beautiful association.
In 2021, let us make this quote from Jean Cocteau our own:
"To be is to be there.
To live is to enjoy being there."

Dear Friends,

We had been expecting it for a few days without really believing it: France is reconfining itself.
This historic pandemic is shaking up our lives personally, professionally and socially.
And of course the life of our restaurants, our Grandes Tables.
Now is the time for solidarity, respect and commitment to health and safety, while we await for better days.

Dear friends,

When many European countries are restricting restaurant hours or even closing them as in Belgium, we would like with my fellow members of the board to say how much we care about the dire situation many of our members are faced with. We’re also thinking of all restaurateurs who have to deal with this enormous and unprecedented challenges. We would also have in mind our Customers who keep showing us so much support, demonstrating the strength of fine dining. We’re left optimistic about our future and we keep faith to face this uncertain times.

Dear friends,

These is an historic time. A time when panic can overcome reason. Many of us around the world are being impacted by this unprecedented health crisis. And all of you restaurateurs are among the first to be affected.
It is with great emotion that we think of all our friendly members in Italy, China, Belgium, Spain, France, the United States and all over the world who have had to close their establishments. We hope that this crisis will give rise to new projects and new ideas. But for now, we send you all the courage we can to overcome this situation. "We are at war", but we will continue to create. Trust that light can come out of the darkest events...