PIERRE Gagnaire, the renowned French chef who has earned three Michelin stars, inaugurated his first restaurant in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He was in Riyadh on Jan. 24-26, 2016 and created a French fine dining experience for guests at Mövenpick Hotel Riyadh. The acclaimed chef was listed in French magazine Le Chef's 100 Best Chefs in the World issue, as one of the top 10 chefs in the world. Guests at Acacia by Pierre Gagnaire got the chance to taste the celebrated chef's twist on French cuisine. A wide range of exquisite food choices, such as Duck Foie Gras and Lemongrass Macaroons, were served in elegant surroundings. A selection of juices and beverages were also offered to complement dishes and bring out new flavors to entice taste buds. Philippe Bonnot, General Manager of Mövenpick Hotel Riyadh, said: "The inauguration of Acacia by Pierre Gagnaire is a fantastic opportunity for Saudi residents and visitors to taste superb dishes at Mövenpick. We strive to extend a superior quality of service at the hotel and are delighted to showcase the first restaurant launched by a three-star Michelin chef in the country, which shows our commitment to exceptional experiences and excellence." It is Pierre Gagnaire's 14th restaurant and his second in the GCC. On the inauguration of Acacia by Pierre Gagnaire, the popular chef has said: "It will give me great pleasure to inaugurate Acacia by Pierre Gagnaire at Mövenpick Hotel Riyadh. Taking inspiration from the food in the city and spices of the region is something I look forward to, along with introducing my own French culture through the universal language of great cuisine." Acacia by Pierre Gagnaire is open from 7.00 p.m. until midnight.
