Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros

Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros

'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations. The film is about the artistry, ingenuity, and imagination that goes into creating and presenting meals of the highest quality. It follows Michel Troisgros, as he turns over responsibility of the restaurant to his son, César.

Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros

3h 59m

'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations. The film is about the artistry, ingenuity, and imagination that goes into creating and presenting meals of the highest quality. It follows Michel Troisgros, as he turns over responsibility of the restaurant to his son, César.

Previews + Extras

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S2024 E1 - 1m 33s

    'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family and their three restaurants located in central France. The film is about the artistry, ingenuity, and imagination that goes into creating and presenting meals of the highest quality. It follows Michel Troisgros, as he turns over responsibility of the restaurant to his son, César.

  • Veal Brains and Frogs: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Veal Brains and Frogs

    S2024 E1 - 1m 13s

    Go behind the scenes of the Troisgros restaurant kitchen, where veal brains and frogs are among the dishes being prepared. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

  • Chefs at Work: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Chefs at Work

    S2024 E1 - 54s

    Watch as chefs at the Troisgros restaurant work with quiet precision to prep the raw ingredients for soon to be culinary masterpieces. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

  • The Meat Smoker: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Meat Smoker

    S2024 E1 - 1m 4s

    In this clip, Chef César Troisgros checks on the meat that is being smoked on the beautiful grounds of the Troisgros restuarant. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

  • Birds Nests and Chocolate Capers: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Birds Nests and Chocolate Capers

    S2024 E1 - 1m 21s

    Watch the meticulous detail and artistry that goes into plating a couple of desserts, edible masterpieces made to enchant both the eyes and the palate. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

  • Foraging for Troisgros: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Foraging for Troisgros

    S2024 E1 - 2m 33s

    Watch as Troisgros staff members, some armed with baskets, set off into the nearby woods to gather edible flowers and greens, which will add freshness and complexity to the restaurant's dishes. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

  • Food Scrutiny: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Food Scrutiny

    S2024 E1 - 2m 33s

    In this clip, César Troisgros gives his chefs feedback on dessert that's a bit dry, while his father Michel scrutinizes not just the visual presentation but the harmony of flavors in a rhubarb dish. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

  • Waiters at Tables: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Waiters at Tables

    S2024 E1 - 2m 55s

    This clips shows some Troisgros wait staff become, in a sense, culinary storytellers, guiding diners through complex and artistic dishes with eloquence and expertise. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

  • A Kitchen in Full Swing and a Tour: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Kitchen in Full Swing and a Tour

    S2024 E1 - 5m 23s

    Watch as the orders come in and the kitchen bustles. Chefs work together in a captivating ballet of precision and creativity. Meanwhile, Chef Michel gives some diners a tour of the kitchen. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

  • Plating with Care, and Evolving Cuisine: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Plating with Care, and Evolving Cuisine

    S2024 E1 - 4m 15s

    Watch as meticulously crafted plates come together in the kitchen, and a chef is scolded for a misstep with a snail dish. Later, Michel talks to a table of customers about his inspiration and the evolving nature of cuisine. 'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', a film by Frederick Wiseman, showcases the Troisgros family restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin stars for 55 years over four generations.

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