Review

Chef Thierry Drapeau distils the spirit of French cuisine into an elegant memories-based menu that speaks to personal expression and a dedication to nature-led storytelling, with edible flowers and terroir-driven produce guiding each course. The Le Grand Bouquet tasting menu begins with canapés and an amuse-bouche of corn, black truffle and Comté espuma, layered with subtle sweetness and earthy depth. Artichoke parfait and a flammkuche tart with truffle reframe rusticity with refined aromatic grace. Langoustine with Prunier caviar contrasts between hot and cold and dashi beurre blanc ties the dish to land and sea with umami and delicate precision. Pollock à la Grenobloise with truffle emulsion and gnocchi offers tasty comfort. Lamb saddle is presented with eggplant miso, capsicum and lamb jus rich in maritime herbs, creating a dish that speaks to both French terroir and coastal influences. “Les Frères Marchand” cheese arrives amid a flower garden motif, bridging the savoury and sweet. Desserts evolve gently: Grand Suisse cheese with cherry confit and petit-beurre crumble gives way to apricot meringue tart, almond cream and fresh bergamot. The wine pairing draws from France’s finest artisanal cellars, in tune with each course’s nuances. A true expression of culinary artistry and excellent service guiding the journey through the menu with excursions into the kitchen, Signature is a journey well worth revisiting.