French Michelin-star chef Richard Toix at Mandarin Oriental

MANILA, Philippines - Mandarin Oriental, Manila’s signature restaurant The Tivoli hosts another acclaimed Michelin-starred chef, Richard Toix, from Feb. 24 to March 2. The week-long promotion is held with the support of Etihad Airways.

Richard Toix, renowned for his mastery in the art of food fusion, brings with him over 20 years of culinary experience coupled with his great enthusiasm for French cuisine. His fine dining restaurant, Passions et Gourmandises restaurant in the charming village of Saint-Benoit, earned its first Michelin star in 2008, a mere nine months after opening.

Richard Toix’s award-winning cuisine will make its way to The Tivoli via the signature three-course Business Lunch menu and the six-course Degustation Dinner menu. A selection of dishes will also be featured in the restaurant’s daily à la carte menu.The three-course Business Lunch menu will be offered at P1,950+.  The six-course Degustation menu will be priced at P3,400+.

“We all look forward to welcoming chef Richard Toix at The Tivoli,” says director of food and beverage Peter Pysk, adding that the kitchen brigade headed by executive chef Rene Ottlik and executive sous chef Remi Vercelli are excited to be collaborating with another great Michelin chef. “Chef Richard’s visit comes close on the heels of the highly successful promotion recently with chef Nicolas Isnard, and we are certain that our diners will be delighted to again savor the sublime flavors of contemporary French gastronomy by a Michelin-starred chef.”

For information, call 750-8888 or e-mail momnl-tivoli@mohg.com.