Nathan Helo joins Hôtel Saint-Rémy for a new culinary adventure
Nathan Helo is embarking on a new project at the Hôtel Saint-Rémy. Bistro, rooftop... Here are all the projects awaiting the chef.
After making his mark at the Villa Mauresque in Saint-Raphaël, Nathan Helo begins a new chapter by joining the Hôtel Saint-Rémy, an establishment of authentic charm nestled in the heart of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
The chef was seduced by the vision of Alexandra Rochet, the hotel's Director of Operations, who arrived in mid-2024 with the ambition of reinvigorating this exceptional establishment."The hotel is magnificent, but the restaurant side was living a little. We have a superb opportunity to revive it," confides Nathan Helo.
A revisited bistro with Provencal accents
With a new team, he took over the reins of the restaurant (currently 1 toque) and transformed the former bistro into a friendly, refined place, in the spirit of what he offered at Dupin in Paris."We have a magnificent fireplace and brazier on the terrace, perfect for a menu focused on whole fish and fine cuts of meat to share."
The Hôtel Saint-Rémy, with its enchanting inner courtyard and swimming pool in the heart of the village, will thus offer a warm and friendly setting, in perfect harmony with the chef's culinary identity."We're going to focus on Provencal and Mediterranean terroir, relying on local producers that I know well."
A rooftop and future prospects
But the project's ambitions don't stop there. A rooftop bar will also be created, offering a menu to share around Provençal and Mediterranean-inspired tapas.
In addition to the bistro and bar, Nathan Helo intends to develop a breakfast and room service offer, in recognition of the hotel's strong potential. Another flagship project: a Sunday brunch to appeal to both locals and visiting tourists.
"I'll continue to go out and talk to customers. That's an essential dimension for me," he insists.
A promising future and a head full of ideas
With the support of Géraldine Forestier, the hotel's owner, and substantial investment, the chef and his team have everything they need to succeed. "We even have ideas for a more intimate, gourmet restaurant in the future. Why not create a pastry laboratory or offer tea-time?"
The future looks set to be rich in flavors and surprises at Le Saint-Rémy, with Nathan Helo more inspired than ever to thrill guests' taste buds. An adventure to keep an eye on!
