Franck Giovannini,
exceptional gastronomic cuisine
In Crissier, near Lausanne, Chef Franck Giovannini creates a healthy cuisine based on the finest ingredients. It's a constantly evolving gastronomic cuisine that respects the philosophy of this great restaurant.
Cuisine
as an art of living
Following in the footsteps of his illustrious predecessors, Frédy Girardet, Philippe Rochat and Benoît Violier, Franck Giovannini took over the reins of the restaurant with his wife Stéphanie in 2016.
A three-starred chef and restaurateur, he is known for his philosophy centered on cuisine as an art of living. He advocates an approach that values the quality of ingredients, seasonality and respect for the product. Franck also emphasizes the importance of authenticity and creativity in his dishes, while maintaining a deep connection with tradition.
The art
of flavors and textures
Franck Giovannini is known for his refined creations, such as fish with light sauces and crunchy vegetables. He also likes to play with textures and temperatures to create memorable taste experiences, such as his famous childhood dish of Peas and Carrots.
An emblematic example of his work might be a bold combination of classic ingredients, reinvented with a modern twist, all the while respecting the balance of flavors.
A cuisine
of values
Respect for the product
We treat every food ingredient that comes into the restaurant with respect, taking care not to spoil it.
Purity of taste
We work with ingredients without mixing too many flavors. The dishes that structure the menu are created to avoid repeating flavors.
Product selection
The product delivered to the restaurant is sorted and selected for quality, taking into account texture, appearance and taste.
Control of the entire chain
We receive whole, unprocessed food to maintain optimum quality.
Product freshness
Food supply is organized to maximize shelf-life freshness.
Nutritional aspect
Menus are designed to ensure diversity in the types of food they contain, so as to respect nutritional balance.
Dish textures
Foods are combined to create dishes that respect the balance of textures.
