Traveling for food is a new passion point with global travelers on the move. In a hats off gesture to the kings and queens of cuisine around the world, who inspire us to eat with adventure no matter where we are, TravelSquire brings you CHEF TALK, sponsored by Le Cordon Bleu.
Meet Amelia & Florent Marneau:
Florent and Amelia Marneau are the Le Cordon Bleu trained husband-and-wife chef duo behind Marché Moderne, one of Southern California’s most critically-lauded French restaurants. Marché was named 2017’s Best New Restaurant by the Orange County Register and also landed on the annual “101 Best Restaurants” list of the Los Angeles Times.
Instagram handle: @marchemoderne
Q: What is your favorite dish that you learned to make at Le Cordon Bleu?A: I loved when famous MOF designated guest chefs (Meilleur Ouvrier de France, the highest recognition bestowed) would come and teach how to prepare dishes from their Michelin starred restaurant. Best example: Pigeon Galette with Foie Fras and Cepes Mushrooms. Q: Did you have a memorable culinary experience in the city where you studied that you can share?
A: Amelia : La Grande Cascade in Paris close to the Bois de Boulogne has amazing food in a charming setting.
Florent: Arpege is the best chef owned restaurant in Paris but I also love Allard by Ducasse, a small quaint bistro with great food.
Q: Where in Southern California can someone find a dish or dining experience similar to what was taught at Le Cordon Bleu?
A: In Orange County our own restaurant Marché Moderne would be the closest thing … lol
Q: What country or city would you choose right now for a great culinary experience?
A: In this order: Paris, New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles Q: What is your favorite international food?
A: I love the combination of French with all Asian cuisines. Marché Moderne Restaurant
7862 E. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, Ca 92657
T. (714) 434-7900 l F. (949) 715-7227
info@marchemoderne.net www.marchemoderne.net
HOURS
Nightly: 5PM – 10PM