in 2024, Le Jardinier RECEIVED A MICHELIN STAR at TEXAS’ INAUGURAL MICHELIN GUIDE CEREMONY - cementing it as one of the top French restaurants in HOUSTON.
OUR STORY
Le Jardinier is a collaborative culinary experience crafted by the global hospitality group The Bastion Collection and Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli, longtime protégé of legendary French Chef Joël Robuchon.
Influenced by his 18 years immersed in Japanese culture, Chef Alain designed Le Jardinier as a tribute to the philosophy of seasonality that is deeply ingrained in Japanese cuisine. WITH MENUS MIRRORING THE NATURAL RHYTHM OF THE SEASONS, dishes constantly evolvE based on the best available ingredients.
Rooted in the refined elegance of French culinary technique, the menu features wild and sustainable fish, meat, and poultry complemented by local, seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and greens. The culinary team ensures every ingredient is used at its peak, highlighting the beauty of simple, seasonal preparation.
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The bay leaf
emblematic of Le Jardinier, THE BAY LEAF captures our philosophy of connecting guests to nature. Much like A bay leaf enhances any dish, Le Jardinier enriches its menu and ambiance with the unique character of its surroundings.
This Mediterranean leaf, known for its resilience and enduring fragrance, has symbolized victory and grace through the ages. Here it represents Le Jardinier’s dedication to seasonality and mindful sourcing, cultivated through deep-rooted partnerships with local purveyors.
CHEFS
A Team of MICHELIN-STARRED Chefs Led by EXECUTIVE CHEF FELIPE BOTERO and Pastry Chef TIFFANI ANN GKARIS, Le Jardinier features EVER-CHANGING menus that highlight the vibrance of seasonal produce through meticulous ingredient selection and the nurturing of meaningful partnerships with local farmers.
THE BASTION COLLECTION
The Bastion Collection, an internationally renowned RESTAURANT group recognized for its distinctive culinary concepts and global leadership in Michelin accolades, boasting 10 Michelin Stars and 3 Michelin Keys since 2019. Dedicated to epicurean excellence and innovation, The Bastion Collection is led by a team of operations leaders and award-winning global culinary experts that have developed and operate ACCLAIMED RESTAURANTS in New York, Miami, Houston, and Geneva.
Its portfolio includes L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon in Miami and Geneva—the only two-Michelin-starred restaurants in each city—Le Jardinier in Miami and at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (both Michelin-starred), as well as additional Le Jardinier locations in Geneva and New York.
Other concepts include Bar Bastion and Sereine in New York; Tavola, Café Leonelli, Soleil, Moon, and catering platform Bastion Events in Houston; and in Geneva, The Woodward Hotel (Three Michelin Keys), Bar 37, and Le Comptoir Woodward.
