Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 500 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
In all our properties, each maître de maison draws upon his unique experience and passion to share the authentic culture and tastes of his region with every guest.
Magical places and memories of a lifetime: whether it be a romantic weekend or to celebrate the important moments of life such as birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoon or family reunions.
Established in France more than 50 years ago, Relais & Châteaux has become a renowned reference of excellence in the hotel and restaurant world. The Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
“A good meal is not only about good food and good wine. Above it all should be an emotional experience.” After the success of his California restaurant (The French Laundry), Thomas Keller brought his distinctive hands-on approach from Napa Valley to New York City, reflecting an intense focus to detail, extending not only to cuisine, but also to presentation, mood and surroundings. In the elegant dining room with a view of Central Park, Chef de Cuisine Eli Kaimeh interprets modern American recipes with a touch of French influence. Representative dishes include “Oysters and Pearls”, a sabayon of pearl tapioca with poached oysters and caviar and “Calotte de Boeuf Grillée” with crispy bone marrow, russet potato mille-feuille and forest mushrooms with sauce bordelaise… A festival of culinary delights that will convince you perfection does indeed exist.
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