G.a. au Manoir de Rétival

This manor house overlooking the Seine is the HQ of David Goerne, a German-born chef in love with French cuisine. He unfussily invites guests to take a seat at the ‘table d’hôte’ in his vintage kitchen, whose walls gleam with copper utensils. In fine weather, meals are served on the panoramic terrace gazing down on the River Seine and Brotonne bridge. David enjoys improvising in front of diners, subtly and creatively incorporating herbs, peppers and other seasonings to highlight the essence of each ingredient. Enhanced by a genuine bouquet of herbs and flowers and a lemon emulsion, his incredible medley of fresh garden veggies on an egg yolk marinated in soy sauce sings an ode to the miracle of nature. Although a fervent champion of vegetables, David is also at home with lobster, foie gras or squab, depending on his whim and the seasons.