Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin A Day in St Tropez Courtesy of Surf Lodge This past Saturday the joie de vivre of the Côte d’Azur came to Montauk; three iconic French brands Le Jardinier , Whispering Angel and Chateau D’Esclans hosted an outdoor celebration of fine dining and wine. During “A Day in St. Tropez” guests enjoyed the culinary offerings of Michelin-star Chef Andrew Ayala with their toes in the sand and sampled various exquisite wine pairings.
Le Jardinier belongs to the The Bastion Collection which boasts 13 dining concepts worldwide but this past weekend’s experience was definitely the beachiest setting for its renowned cuisine. “Our goal was to deliver our Michelin-starred experience in a fun and relaxed, al fresco setting, allowing guests to enjoy the best of French cuisine in a beautiful and inviting atmosphere,” says Ashley Calandra, executive vice president and head of marketing at The Bastion Collection. The culinary team led by Le Jardinier’s Executive Chef Andrew Ayala, The Bastion Collection’s Executive Pastry Chef Salvatore Martone, and Chef de Cuisine Felipe Botero from Le Jardinier Houston developed a menu featuring locally sourced ingredients referencing both Provence and Montauk.
A Day in St Tropez Courtesy of Surf Lodge After settling into their seats, guests were served the first course of the evening, a whimsical plate of burrata, stone fruit, basil seeds and cherry tomatoes. Even if you’ve never eaten at.