Châtel, France
L'Impulsif
In the ground floor of a Belle Époque landmark, L'Impulsif channels chef Rémi Laroque’s Franco-Vietnamese heritage into a modern, globe-trotting cuisine defined by exacting craft and quiet audacity. Expect ingredient-led compositions—sometimes an entire sequence devoted to lobster or fennel—where Japanese inflections, velvety textures, and precision seasoning reveal an elegant, globe-aware palate. Street art, sculptural botanicals, and tactile, unusual tableware frame the experience with contemporary drama, while plates like monkfish medallion with fennel, lovage oil, and coconut cream capture a rare equilibrium of fragrance, purity, and depth. This is refined indulgence for diners who collect moments, not just meals.
