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La Tour d'Argent, the legendary restaurant that inspired Disney's 2007 animated film "Ratatouille," brings a unique French culinary experience to Hanoi. Considered an icon of French gastronomic heritage, La Tour d'Argent will take over Le Beaulieu restaurant at Metropole Hanoi from October 23rd to 27th, 2024, transforming it into a "miniature Paris" with its lunch and dinner menus.
To enjoy Charlie Chaplin-style roast duck in Paris, visitors would need to book a table two months in advance. But after traveling over 10,000 km from the heart of Paris to Hanoi, Vietnamese food enthusiasts can finally see and savor this unique dish at Le Beaulieu restaurant in the Metropole Hanoi.
Located on the banks of the Seine River since 1582, La Tour d'Argent is considered an icon of French culinary heritage.
Modern French cuisine is crafted with premium, seasonal ingredients.
For five days, from October 23rd to 27th, 2024, under the guidance of experienced Chef Yannick Franques, the culinary team of La Tour d'Argent will take over Le Beaulieu with a five-course lunch menu and an eight-course dinner menu, featuring the signature duck dish and other signature dishes that have made this 442-year-old restaurant famous, harmoniously paired with a selection of fine wines.
From the unique aerial duck-slicing performance to the flambéing technique used to create the "crepes Mademoiselle," La Tour d'Argent will bring the refined flavors of French cuisine from the heart of Paris to the capital city of Hanoi. A highlight of the event is "Caneton Charlie Chaplin" (Charlie Chaplin-style roast duck) – a signature dish in memory of Charlie Chaplin, the "king of comedy," who honeymooned at the Metropole Hanoi Hotel in 1936 and dined at La Tour d'Argent.
The Charlie Chaplin-style roast duck is incredibly elaborate. These ducks are raised exclusively on the restaurant's farm to ensure meat quality, and each duck is individually numbered. The cooking technique is the same as in the Paris restaurant, but the flavor will incorporate some creative touches specifically for this event in Hanoi.
A highlight of the event was "Caneton Charlie Chaplin" (Charlie Chaplin-style roast duck) – a signature dish in memory of the "king of comedy," Charlie Chaplin.
Enjoy a royal dinner at Le Beaulieu, where each dish is a culinary work of art, crafted from the freshest ingredients and offering an unforgettable experience. Featured dishes on the menu lead diners on a refined French culinary journey, such as: mashed button mushrooms paired with the refreshing coolness of mountain celery, premium caviar perfectly complemented by crispy cornbread, or melt-in-your-mouth tenderloin with white wine sauce.
In particular, the Charlie Chaplin-style roast duck – an icon of La Tour d'Argent – is recreated in Hanoi with the distinctive flavor of Tien Phuoc peppercorns and fresh spices. And finally, enjoy a refreshing dessert of tropical pineapple, vanilla ice cream, and traditional crêpes.
The five-course lunch menu and eight-course dinner menu, featuring the signature duck dish and other signature dishes, have made this 442-year-old restaurant famous.
Traditional crepes
First opened in 1582, La Tour d'Argent has served members of royalty and nobility, world leaders, high-ranking officials, and many famous writers and actors. Some notable guests who have dined at the restaurant include: King Henry III of France, Tsar Alexander II of Russia, Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, US Presidents Roosevelt and Kennedy, Charlie Chaplin, as well as film stars Elizabeth Taylor and Humphrey Bogart.
Led by Chef Yannick Franques, who was awarded the prestigious Meilleurs Ouvriers de France in 2004 for the most skilled chefs in various fields, La Tour d'Argent currently holds a Michelin star and is renowned for its classic yet modern French cuisine and its exceptional wine cellar with over 300,000 of the finest wines.
For five days, from October 23rd to 27th, 2024, under the guidance of experienced Chef Yannick Franques, the culinary team of La Tour d'Argent will take over Le Beaulieu, presenting a five-course lunch menu and an eight-course dinner menu.
What makes La Tour d'Argent, a restaurant with a history spanning over 400 years, unique and renowned is its famous pressed duck dish. Beginning in 1890, customers enjoying this signature dish received a numbered certificate indicating the specific duck they were served. To date, the number has surpassed one million. Many famous guests also possess this special certificate, such as duck number 112,151 belonging to former US President Franklin D. Roosevelt and number 253,652 belonging to the legendary comedian Charlie Chaplin. Now, diners will have the opportunity to enjoy this legendary dish right here in Hanoi.
Le Beaulieu, opened in 1901, is considered Vietnam's oldest continuously operating restaurant, having been in business for over 120 years. Under the skillful hands of Metropole's chefs, Le Beaulieu consistently delights diners with its modern French cuisine, crafted from premium seasonal ingredients sourced from France, Vietnam, and around the world. Le Beaulieu was also recently recognized by the MICHELIN Guide, being included in the Michelin Selected 2024 list.
What makes La Tour d'Argent, a restaurant with a history spanning over 400 years, unique and renowned is its signature pressed duck dish.
