From a family of restaurant owners, I grew up in this ambiance and gradually developed a taste for it. I have, however, always preferred being outside rather than inside the kitchen. It was human contact that appealed to me, and it is what I appreciate most in my work today: building relationships with guests on long stays, welcoming regulars, making sure that clients feel at ease and, above all, seeing that they enjoy themselves.

Right from the start, I have worked exclusively in luxury hotels, in France, but also abroad, in Scotland and Switzerland. In 2017, I joined the Hôtel du Palais as a barmaid. Then, after taking other opportunities, I was delighted to return here in 2023, this time as Bar Manager. Today, I am proud to work in a close-knit team that shares the same passion.

It is unique because it occupies the Emperor’s former office. In fine weather, it opens out to a pleasant terrace overlooking the ocean, where little concerts are sometimes held. The bar’s atmosphere changes as the hours go by, drawing both hotel guests and non-residents to enjoy the cocktail hour, or prolong their evening after dinner.

It changes with the seasons and proposes about 10 cocktails specially created by our barmaids, including non-alcoholic creations that are very special. While regional products are often given a place of honour in their recipes, they have a free hand. The main thing is to please as many guests as possible, to surprise and treat everyone’s tastebuds.

No hesitation, an Old Fashioned. A great classic, but in a version based on rum rather than whisky.