"The launch of Boulevard 73 is a milestone for Corinthia Bucharest," shared Jean-Pierre Mifsud, General Manager. "Guided by the creative genius of Chef Pedro Mendes, we introduce a gourmet experience that reinterprets culinary tradition through a modern lens. This is more than just a dining venue; it’s a cultural and sensory journey emblematic of the Corinthia spirit."
Art Nouveau Elegance Meets Cross-Cultural Culinary Experience
Set within the grandeur of a ballroom once graced by royalty and statesmen, Boulevard 73 charms visitors with its majestic arches, ornate frescoes, and glittering chandeliers. The cuisine honours regional ingredients while artfully blending the heritage of Romania with the sophistication of French cuisine and the warmth of Portuguese culinary traditions.
"Boulevard 73 is a culinary passage where age-old flavours evolve through creativity: a route that begins in Portugal, flows through French influence, and finds its soul in Bucharest," explained Pedro Mendes, Executive Chef. "My menu draws deeply from local producers, personal heritage, and the shared joy of dining together."
Chef Pedro Mendes: Award-Winning Talent with Bold Culinary Vision
Internationally celebrated for his boundary-pushing use of rare elements such as seaweed and acorns, Chef Mendes brings high acclaim from his previous role at Narcissus Fernandesii, where he earned both the Michelin Plate and the title of ‘Restaurant of the Year’ from Grandes Escolhas. His cooking philosophy fuses legacy and experimentation, with menus tailored to the seasons and crafted from Romania’s finest ingredients.
Signature Dishes and Fine Wine Selection Elevate the Gastronomic Journey
Chef Mendes’ signature dishes include the Première Impression, an elegant trio of starters reflecting the fusion of three cultures: a salt cod tart with Nata, a truffle-infused foie gras bonbon, and a traditional Romanian tart. The main dishes tell stories of land and sea:
- La Mer (leeks, oysters, sea botanicals, trout, carrots, kefir),
- Terre et Mer (red prawns, pork, polenta, plankton), and
- La Terre (duck, rhubarb, lavender, Wagyu beef, beetroot, Port reduction).
An expertly curated wine list boasting over 380 labels with nearly 25% sourced from Romanian vineyards enhances the gastronomic experience, thoughtfully selected by sommelier Octavian Gruianu.
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