So, who is Darren? you may ask. Originally from France, this lively young man in his thirties moved to Mauritius years ago to study hotel management.
His passion for food and mixology makes him the perfect candidate to take on the position of Operations Manager – F&B for our new Creole Chic address!
Let’s discover without further delay what Darren and his team are concocting for you, our dear soon-to-be guests:
Can you tell us more about the culinary experience our guests will live at Veranda Grand Baie?
The culinary experience will be both simple and chic, in line with the Creole-Chic atmosphere that will reign at Veranda Grand Baie. Through our two restaurants, two bars and our dedicated Feel Mauritius. Feel Mauritian kiosk, which is the cornerstone of this renovation, the aim will be to highlight our local know-how and our tropical lifestyle… the Mauritian way. Emphasis will also be put on the quality and local origin of the products.
How will the Creole-Chic atmosphere be reflected in the restaurants and service?
The two restaurants & bars will be quite distinct from each other. Thus, we will be able to offer our guests a variety of dishes and beverages in line with the Creole-Chic atmosphere of the hotel, in different places with unique ambiances, each of them enhancing the Mauritian culture by highlighting local products and bringing a touch of refinement.
Let me give you an example. Let’s take La Varangue, our bar associated with the main restaurant! In the island life, the varangue is a privileged place of life in a Creole house. Always located in front of a luxuriant garden, it is always the corner of the house where one relaxes under the sun. From the chesterfield armchair to the creole armchair, La Varangue will reflect through its decor, the history of the island.
And what about the food options?
Mauritian cuisine has a 300-year history, with a multitude of influences brought by different cultures. Deer and sugar cane were brought by the Dutch. The French left their cooking methods, in “daube” and “civet”. Pierre Poivre brought many spices like cinnamon. The English and their Indian workers brought the famous curry, and finally, the Chinese introduced the wok! All these influences gave birth to a rich, varied and above all exceptional cuisine.
At Veranda Grand Baie, we wish to honor this multicultural heritage. From breakfast to dinner, through afternoon tea and daytime snacks, each meal will be an opportunity for the guest to soak up the soul of Mauritius.
Can you give us a taste of this Mauritian menu?
Our beach restaurant “Lazy Lobster”, overlooking Grand Baie, will be a sensory awakening! Here, our Chefs will showcase their know-how by revisiting Mauritian classics such as the famous lobster bisque or the Mauritian style “VIELLE GRISE” fish salad. This casual yet refined restaurant will be the ideal place to enjoy an unpretentious and simple cuisine, where local ingredients will be honored & tasted with appetite, for sure!
Finally, what emotions and feelings will guests be experiencing at Veranda Grand Baie?
The welcoming at Veranda Grand Baie will be warm and sincere, in a relaxed and family atmosphere recreating the atmosphere of a Mauritian plantation house and our culinary experiences will be carefully designed to awaken the five senses of our guests, so that they live a unique holistic experience, facing the bay of Grand Baie!
A relaxing atmosphere in a refined setting
A tropical oasis at the heart of Grand Baie
Inspired by typical creole guesthouses, this hotel and its private beach provide guests with a peaceful haven!
