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..Private Dinners & Evenings made in France

From simplicity to haute cuisine

Discover French gastronomy and fine dining in extraordinary venues

Your bespoke vacation in France would not be complete without experiencing at least one extraordinary dining venue. Our team organises exceptional private dinners in dream venues across France. Whether you choose to dine at a Michelin starred restaurant in Paris or Provence, to stage a gourmet celebration in a privatised chateau or even aboard a yacht on the Cote d’Azur, you won’t be disappointed! The options for a high-luxury evening of gastronomy and fine wine are nearly limitless. We are ready to put our knowledge and experience at your disposal to create an evening you won’t soon forget.

Ready to plan your private dinner or other special evening in France? Browse some of our suggestions below for a bit of inspiration, then contact us!

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Marie Tesson

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Passionate about pastry and gastronomy, my greatest pleasure is to meet artisans. I like exploring new places, new products. I never hesitate to go beyond the demands of our customers, for a full satisfaction.

Some suggestions for your private dinners and special evenings in France ...

Dining amid an Enchanting show from Mother Nature – Loire Valley

When: Summer

For who : Nature lovers and those seeking unique experiences

Why : A romantic, star-studded dinner in the middle of the Loire River

Description : Would you like to organise an unforgettably romantic private dinner, perhaps for your French honeymoon or other occasion? Are you looking for a magical place to spend an evening? Why not board a traditional river boat on the Loire River for a surprise destination? From here, you’ll be perfectly placed to contemplate an evening show from  Mother Nature– especially at twilight. The wild birds wheel through the skies above, as you drop anchor on a wild island– itself lit by the flaming colours of sunset reflected in the river. Traditional music and an aperitif will surely work some special magic, and create special memories.

Superb Culinary Adventures in Savoy

When : Year-round

Who : Epicureans and visitors interested in high-flying gastronomy

Why : To experience rare gastronomic creations by one of the world’s greatest chefs

Description : The celebrated three-starred chef Marc Veyrat recently opened a new restaurant in his native region of Savoie (Savoy.) He was one of the early inventors of molecular cuisine and is also noted for his innovative use of plants from the Alps in his culinary creations. Once again, he whisks us away to seventh heaven by offering up a stupefying selection of gourmet textures, flavours and colours. Veyrat will tap his unlimited culinary passion to create a private dinner that is truly extraordinary. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the talents of a remarkable chef, up-close and personal.

An Unusual Dinner in a Wine 'Tank' - Burgundy

When : Year-round

For who : Wine fans; anyone seeking unusual high-luxury experiences

Why : To enjoy a private dinner in an astounding and unique location

Description : Sitting at a table in a vintage wine house in Burgundy, you will experience a truly extraordinary dinner. After visiting cellars dating back to the 15th century, your gourmet meal will be served in a wine vat, surrounded by piles of wine and bottling chains. In these totally unique surroundings, savour gastronomic French dishes, all expertly paired with fine wines. The sommelier will also share with you his passion for some of the remarkable wines held in the cellar. If you are seeking a genuinely luxurious food and wine getaway in France, this experience is for you.

Oysters and breathtaking views - Cap Ferret, Bay of Arcachon

When : Spring and summer

For who : For anyone who loves the sea and nature, oysters and seafood

Why : To enjoy gourmet delicacies in a stunning natural setting

Description :Some places in the world boast such stunning natural beauty that the landscape leaves you speechless. Facing the marvelous Arcachon Bassin, about an hour from Bordeaux, you will enjoy a superb private lunch at Cap Ferret. Taste freshly-caught whelks, shrimps and/or oysters, accompanied by a prestigious white wine from the surrounding Aquitaine region. The poetic maritime scene will forever remain engraved in your mind, alongside some truly wonderful flavours and textures.

An unusual private dinner in the heart of Alsace

When : On demand

For who : Culture and architecture aficionados; those in search of new culinary experiences.

Why : Dining in remote, unique and prestigious places

Description : A unique experience awaits you at what are called “Unusual Heritage Dinners” in Alsace. Instead of dining in a run-of-the-mill restaurant, you will instead enjoy an unforgettable private dinner in a venue not generally reserved for dining: a castle, an industrial site, a museum, or any number of other unusual and remarkable sites. Enjoy freshly prepared gourmet dishes from Michelin-starred chefs or chefs who have earned the ‘Meilleur Ouvrier’ prize, and perhaps embark on a private guided tour of the site where the dinner is held.

Exceptional Evening at sea off the French Riviera

When : On demand

For who : Dreamers, gourmets, sea lovers and romantics.

Why : Drop anchor to have a romantic dinner at sea

Description : Are you seeking a refined gourmet experience that is both emblematic of high luxury and totally unique? Why not indulge in a gastronomic private dinner on a yacht moored just nearby Cannes, on the French Riviera? Onboard the privately chartered vessel, you’ll taste some of the finest wines and regional dishes of Provence, guided by a professional œnologist who will help you appreciate all the nuances of your culinary adventure. One of the strong points will be watching the sunset fall over the Mediterranean. The entire crew will be at your disposal to make your evening a magical and unforgettable one.

Private Dinner in a rustic mountain refuge in the Alps

When : Winter; summer

For who : Hikers, skiers, sportsmen and women, lovers of nature

Why : To enjoy a relaxing gourmet dinner after strenuous physical effort.

Description : Winter sports lover? If so, why not embark on an authentic and intimate retreat in the Alps, to an area known as the Vercors massif? In the summer, you can enjoy a magical evening meal following a mountain stroll and in winter, you will enjoy this refuge after a long day of snowshoeing, skiing, snow-boarding or cross-country skiing. Local Vercors dishes such as a ravioli gratin with spinach or a gratin of crozets with duck confit will certainly revitalize you after a day of strenuous effort in the mountains. If you wish to lengthen the pleasure you can stay overnight, take a Nordic bath or relax in an Alpine spa, or go horseback riding, all depending on the season of course!

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