Premium Alcohol-Free Pairing Menu

Catering for the 60% of European imbibers actively reducing their alcohol intake in 2022 (Givaudan, 2021), La Dame de Pic’s alcohol-free drinks menu pairs dishes with rare East Asian teas, sustainably sourced African coffee and locally produced kombucha, among other offerings.

Imprégnation Absolue’s name refers to steeping, steaming, smoking or marinating of premium ingredients to create new and unexpected flavour sensations. These processes are brought to life at the table, where diners experience restaurant staff preparing cocktails, teas and sauces, offering an aromatic sneak peek before they tuck into the four-, six- or eight-course menu.

“I wanted to develop aromatic dialogues between products or dishes right down to the drinks,” says chef Anne-Sophie Pic. “Food and drink combinations were born, showcasing just how exciting this new avenue of culinary exploration can be.”

Pairings include Genmaicha Collins – a Genmaicha (Japanese brown rice green tea), lime cordial and cardamom mocktail – with heritage tomatoes marinated in Japanese Nikka whisky alongside tagete and mint ice cream. St Cera cheese, geranium, shiso and Chartreuse-infused pasta parcels are served with a warm floral Hon Gyokuro tea, while coffee-marinated Hereford beef fillet with baby aubergine tempura, oxtail confit and fresh dill comes with a strong Geisha coffee.