A stone's throw from Place de la Concorde, the restaurant Blossom House of the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg embodies an understated elegance and a lifestyle French-style. This haven of peace, nestled in the Sofitel Paris hotel on the Faubourg Saint-Honoré, seduces with its refined cuisine, its eco-responsible commitment, and its elegant and refined setting.
A locavore cuisine orchestrated by chef Anaïs Foray
At the helm of Maison Blossom at the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg, the chef Anaïs Foray embodies a contemporary vision of French gastronomy, combining authenticity, tradition and sustainable commitment. Trained at the Paul Bocuse Institute, she enriched her expertise alongside great names in cuisine before taking the reins of Maison Blossom. It offers a short, seasonal menu, showcasing local and sustainable produce. The fruits and vegetables come from an organic farm in Perche. This approach has earned it Ecotable certification, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable gastronomy.
Her generous and sincere cuisine draws its inspiration from family recipes and classic French traditions, which she revisits with creativity. Each dish, from roasted chicken with silky mash to Colbert whiting with sautéed green asparagus, tells a story and celebrates the taste of the land.
Committed to responsible gastronomy, Anaïs Foray favors local products, from organic or sustainable agriculture, and collaborates with producers who respect the environment. This approach earned it Ecotable certification, highlighting its commitment to sustainable and ethical cuisine.
Beyond her culinary mastery, Chef Foray stands out for her commitment to promoting the place of women in gastronomy. Surrounded by a talented female team, she embodies a new generation of chefs who combine excellence, sensitivity and responsibility.
Signature dishes include white asparagus from the Landes region with lemon hollandaise and smoked trout, homemade gnocchi with green asparagus and pine nut pesto, and langoustines with wild cockles seasoned with ginger and Thai basil. Each dish celebrates the freshness and precision of flavors.
A secret garden in the heart of Paris
Maison Blossom's charm also lies in its setting. When the weather is nice, the terrace opens onto a verdant patio adorned with palm trees, fountains, and flowers, offering a bucolic escape in the heart of Paris. This secret garden is the perfect spot for a sunny lunch or a romantic candlelit dinner.
A committed wine and mocktail list
The wine list showcases French producers, with a selection of organic, biodynamic, and sustainable wines. For cocktails and mocktails, head mixologist Matthias Giroud offers refined and sustainable creations, such as the "Douce France," a muscat infused with verbena.
Desserts that awaken memories
Pastry chef at the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg since July 2016, Shereen Khelif embodies a new generation of sweet talents, combining technical requirements, artistic sensitivity and responsible commitment. Before joining Maison Blossom, she honed her expertise as a sous-chef pastry chef at Terroir Parisien Bourse, the restaurant of Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno, where she learned to value seasonality and the purity of flavors.
For Maison Blossom, the pastry chef masterfully revisits classic French pastries. Her airy chocolate soufflé, her generous Paris-Brest, and her flambéed citrus rum baba are all sweet treats that revive childhood memories while adding a touch of modernity.
A gastronomic experience
Maison Blossom offers a lunch menu and a full menu offering a quality dining experience. In the evening, a five-course tasting menu is offered, allowing guests to discover the full range of talents of the chefs at this French gastronomic mecca.
For lovers of fine dining, the Maison Blossom restaurant at the Sofitel Paris is a must-visit, combining flavors and refinement, sustainable commitment and an enchanting setting.
Report: Patrick Koune
