Hotel Belles Rives

Perched within the Art Deco splendor of Hotel Belles Rives, La Passagère is a Michelin-starred sanctuary dedicated to the Mediterranean’s iodized bounty. Chef Aurélien Véquaud demonstrates masterful technique with his signature esquinado cannelloni, where delicate spider crab is enveloped in a translucent veil and topped with a fragrant verbena foam. The dish is elevated by the mineral crunch of shaved fennel and the richness of unpasteurized Vendée cream. Aromas of semi-confit tomatoes and rocket vinaigrette drift from the terrace, while the palate is treated to the luxury of Oscietra caviar accompanying a shellfish marinière. Texture is paramount, contrasting the silkiness of semi-confit little tunny with the crispness of artisanal tuiles. The experience concludes with wildly creative desserts that mirror the skyline’s changing hues, ensuring a tasting journey that is both technically flawless and emotionally resonant, firmly rooted in the elegance of the French Riviera.