NEW YORK, Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Le
Cordon Bleu, the leading global network of culinary arts and
hospitality management institutes, has been chosen by the Centre
des monuments nationaux (CMN) to provide culinary workshops and
demonstrations, and a range of conferences on world cuisines at the
iconic Hôtel de la Marine in Paris. A Le Cordon Bleu dedicated floor within
the former palace is due to open on October
2022 to explore French and international gastronomy.
Built in the 18th century, the Hôtel de la Marine is an iconic
monument located at the Place de la Concorde in Paris's 8th
district. This outstanding example of French heritage, designed by
King Louis the 15th's first
architect, is the twin building of the luxury Hôtel de Crillon,
which sits between the Champs-Elysées and the Tuileries gardens in
Paris. Recently renovated, the
venue has rediscovered its former splendour, providing visitors
with the opportunity to once again admire this architectural wonder
which, until 2015, was the headquarters of the Naval Ministry.
The agreement between Le Cordon Bleu and the CMN was signed last
17th January, in the presence of Philippe Bélaval, President of the
Centre des Monuments Nationaux, and André Cointreau, President of
Le Cordon Bleu.
It is in this luxurious setting, steeped in history, that Le
Cordon Bleu will provide workshops on world cuisines, including
Creole cuisines. With a presence in the main gastronomic capitals,
Le Cordon Bleu is committed to supporting World Cuisines and has
developed numerous diplomas and certificates to showcase Peruvian,
Brazilian, Mexican, Spanish, Japanese, and Thai cuisine.
"Our goal is to enable a large French and international audience
to have wide-ranging experiences thanks to numerous workshops and
activities focusing on French and world gastronomic heritages, led
by Le Cordon Bleu institute Chefs from around the globe." stated
Eric Briffard, One of the Best Craftsmen in France (Meilleur Ouvrier de France - MOF), Culinary Arts Director and Head
of Le Cordon Bleu Paris institute.
Le Cordon Bleu Paris has designed a variety of gastronomic
events for a wide audience, both individuals and groups.
Participants can, for example, take part in culinary demonstrations
or workshops (cuisine, pastry) followed by a tasting, and oenology
courses and food and wine pairing. Tailor-made private classes can
also be arranged.
The Centre des Monuments Nationaux (CMN) encompasses around 100
state-owned national monuments, including Mont-Saint-Michel abbey,
Notre-Dame de
Paris, the Palais Royal, Sainte
Chapelle and the Arc de Triomphe…The role of the CMN is to
preserve, restore, and manage the upkeep of these monuments,
enabling them to be visited by a large audience, and to contribute
to the artistic and cultural education policy.
With a network of over 30 institutes in 20 countries, the role
of Le Cordon Bleu is to teach a wide range of technical and
academic training programmes dedicated to restaurant, hospitality,
and tourism professions. Internationally recognized for the quality
of its culinary arts programmes, Le Cordon Bleu's global alumni
network has an impressive number of Michelin stars to its name. Le
Cordon Bleu's accredited diplomas are at the very top echelons of
higher education in numerous countries. More recently, it has
expanded into all levels of restaurant and hospitality management,
at Bachelor, Master and Research levels. Today, the network of
institutes trains 20 000 students annually on the four corners of
the globe.
Le Cordon Bleu has won several awards and distinctions
throughout the years. For instance, in October 2021, Le Cordon Bleu received from the
World Culinary Awards, the "Best Culinary Training Institution"
Award for our Paris Institute. Also earlier in the year, Le Cordon
Bleu and delivery partner Francisco de Vitoria University received
a FACYRE award for their contribution to the hospitality sector,
highlighting its important value in this decade.
Media Contact
Nathalie Gelineau, Le Cordon Bleu
Ottawa, 1 613 755 2365, ngelineau@cordonbleu.edu
SOURCE Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa