Le Petit Futé was invited by the Splendid Hôtel de Nice to a press lunch to discover the Rooftop and the new summer menu of the restaurant l'EssenCIEL and its chef Stéphane Furlan. A look back at this prestigious experience in 7th heaven

A breathtaking view over the rooftops of Nice

As soon as we arrived, Michel Tschann, President of the SHIN company, his son Henry, General Manager and his wife Marion, Executive Assistant, gave us a dazzling welcome on the 9th floor, on the hotel's Rooftop terrace which offers a view of the roofs and heights of the city as well as the hotel's swimming pool. L'EssenCIEL is the only restaurant in Nice to offer such a panoramic view, and yet known by so few people.... And for a long time this address has remained a secret nest, reserved only for initiates in love with beautiful views and gastronomy

The restaurant and its terrace are open to all, hotel guests or not, to share a drink, lunch or dinner with friends, family, couples or colleagues. Its setting and its cocooning lounge spirit call for relaxation and idleness

Local and fresh gastronomy

Once the view was discovered and more than appreciated, we went down one floor to go to the restaurant room which has been completely redecorated. Don't worry, the view is always there, thanks to large bay windows and tables set up outside on terrace corners

On the kitchen side, chef Stéphane Furlan introduced us to his culinary world. On the menu, some dishes from the seasonal menu (half rack of lamb in a herb crust and panisses with olive oil and thyme flowers) but also some novelties for the occasion (crispy prawns in brick leaf and basil, marbled with foie gras and slices of marinated truffles ...). The chef who last month obtained his second title of Master Restorer with L'EssenCIEL does not demerit. With his love of local cuisine and his taste for modernity, Stéphane Furlan makes the EssenCIEL a delicious table and a must in Nice

Some good to know information...

For the summer season l'EssenCIEL regularly organizes themed events. The months of July and August will be punctuated by musical evenings of local bands. During the Euro 2016 period, the matches are broadcast every evening on the EssenCIEL Rooftop. Annual festivities are also celebrated (Mother's Day, Father's Day...). You're bound to find an opportunity to come and step on the boards of the Rooftop terrace!

For you ladies, you should know that the Splendid Hotel is one of the first on the French Riviera to have added a spa to its services. Open every day, this spa includes two cabins for treatments and massages, a hammam, a whirlpool bath, a relaxation room, a fitness corner... Gentlemen, don't look for your wives, they're here!

Information

Splendid Hôtel & Spa - EssenCIEL Restaurant 50
Boulevard Victor Hugo

06000 Nice

Tel. +33 4 93 16 41 00

Fax: +33 4 93 87 02 46

Email:
[email protected] Web: www.splendid-nice.com

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