Luxury Hoteliers Magazine 4th Quarter 2017 | Page 40

THE EVOLUTION OF THE MORNING MEAL Once a domain of tradition, breakfast has undergone a transformation with a few pioneers taking the morning meal to the next level. Leading the charge is Arnaud Donckele (France’s youngest three Michelin-starred Chef) at La Vague d’Or at Résidence de la Pinede Hotel, who has created a perfectly balanced menu in partnership with dietitian Virginie Rodriguez. Other names investing in the concept include Signature Morning’s at ITC Hotels & Resorts and Theo Randall at the InterContinental who blend creativity and health for an inspiring start to the day. 40 ILHA LA VAGUE D’OR RÉSIDENCE DE LA PINEDE HOTEL In St Tropez, Arnaud Donckele and Executive Chef at La Vague D’or, the gastronomic restaurant at the LVMH-owned Résidence de la Pinede hotel, and the only three-Michelin starred restaurant in Saint Tropez, has collaborated with dietitian Virginie Rodriguez to launch a new gastronomic breakfast menu. Giving guests both a healthy and creative start to their day, Executive Chef at La Vague D’or, Arnaud Donckele has joined forces with Rodriguez, an expert in therapeutic education and nutritional coaching, to ensure each guest’s nutritional needs are met and their food intolerances are catered for, without compromising on taste. All ingredients have been chosen with care and are free from refined sugars, trans-fatty acids, and processed foods, with a low glycaemic index. The menu is suitable for guests who are vegetarian, vegan or intolerant to lactose, gluten, and cow’s milk proteins, as well as all gourmets who care about their wellbeing.  All dishes are made on request by Arnaud Donckele and his team and the seasonal fruit and