C’est Délicieux: The return of the stars and Thalias on all fronts
It’s been an incredibly busy few weeks in the Thalias Group’s restaurants, from the return of the starred Didier Corlou to the Villa Sisters event, the Beaujolais nouveau evening at Le Khéma, and much more… Didier Corlou fully booked The Topaz restaurant was fully booked for its special evening on 21 November, which welcomed the famous chef Didier Corlou for a special menu entitled ‘Entre Terre et Mer’ (‘Between Land and Sea’). Didier Corlou is considered a true virtuoso of the culinary arts. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has managed a few renowned restaurants and written four acclaimed cookery books, all of which bear witness to his deep passion for Vietnamese cuisine and tradition. For this special evening, in duo with the Topaz kitchen team, Chef Corlou had prepared a seven-course menu inspired by his Breton roots and his love of Cambodian produce. The dinner was attended by a host of VIPs, including diplomats, business leaders, officials and, quite simply, lovers of fine cuisine. For the record, the connection between Topaz and Chef Corlou goes back many years. “I had the pleasure of sharing a moment that is particularly close to my heart. Didier Corlou is a chef and mentor I know well. When I arrived in Cambodia in 1994, it was he who taught me the ropes of management control in the kitchens of the big hotels. Like my father Alain Darc, he showed me the importance of passion and authenticity in every dish”, said Arnaud Darc, CEO of Thalias. At the end of this wonderful evening, Didier Corlou shared his delight: “Thank you to the team and to Arnaud Darc for their support for this successful dinner… special and unique for me and all the guests…. It’s always a pleasure to be in Cambodia… especially at Topaz, with its fine Breton lobster and Jean Jacques Cadoret Belon oysters… and superb local Cambodian cheeses…” An exclusive dinner with the Villars sisters On 19 November, two days before the Corlou event, Topaz Norodom hosted an unforgettable evening, welcoming Céline and Claire Villars for an exclusive dinner at which their exceptional wines were perfectly combined with an exceptional gastronomic evening. The dinner was an authentic sensory voyage, and an opportunity to savor a sumptuous six-course menu created by chef Sopheak Pov, each accompanied by the finest wines from Château Chasse-Spleen, Château Ferrière, Château de Camensac and Château Haut-Bages Libéral. The event, organized in partnership with The Warehouse, was an opportunity to be seduced by the Villars sisters’ passion for viticulture and their family’s rich heritage, to discover the nuances and complexities of these prestigious Bordeaux estates, and to enjoy a culinary experience meticulously crafted by the very best in their field. The winemakers and owners of 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬–𝐋𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧 and 𝐂𝐞́𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬– 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐞𝐭 began their trip to Cambodia with a captivating Masterclass on Château Chasse-Spleen and Château Haut-Bages Libéral, Claire and Céline both sharing their visions of winemaking, always at the forefront of innovation and environmental approach. Reserve Your Table at Topaz Norodom / TheCommune: Experience fine dining redefined. Make a Reservation with ease and discover instant booking perks. Subscribe to Thalias Newsletter: Enjoy exclusive offers, event invitations, and culinary insights. Subscribe Here Discover More: For a deeper dive into our culinary universe. Visit Our Website