Following the success of his other two venues, Chef Jean Imbert has opened Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée’s summer restaurant, La Cour Jardin, his third dining concept at Hôtel Plaza Athénée. Nestled in the hotel’s picturesque courtyard, La Cour Jardin presents a Michelin-starred approach to relaxed, seasonal dining.
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Open for the summer season, La Cour Jardin serves a menu rooted in “cuisine de soleil.” The dishes highlight fresh, local and seasonal produce chosen to reflect the bright colors and lively flavors of summertime. Designed for sharing, the menu suits leisurely lunches in the sun and intimate dinners alike.
Chefs Jean Imbert and Jocelyn Herland place seasonal ingredients at the center of the kitchen’s philosophy, drawing on what nature offers in summer. The result is a light, vegetable-forward repertoire that celebrates texture, aroma and balance while keeping the spirit of convivial, shared plates.
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The kitchen collaborates closely with market gardeners, fishermen and farmers to ensure produce is sourced responsibly and in season. Vegetables come from a family farm in central France, while tomatoes, aubergines, young shoots, gem lettuces, courgette flowers and melons are supplied from a vegetable garden about an hour from Paris. This close relationship with growers guarantees fresh, traceable ingredients that shape the menu each week.
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Desserts are overseen by Hôtel Plaza Athénée’s head pastry chef, Elisabeth Hot, whose creations echo the savory menu by showcasing seasonal fruit and delicate textures. The dessert selection is crafted to complement the savory courses and to round out a meal that celebrates summer’s best flavors.
La Cour Jardin at Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée offers a refined yet relaxed setting where seasonal produce and thoughtful sourcing meet inventive, shareable plates—an inviting option for anyone seeking elegant summer dining in the heart of Paris.