Upon entering the restaurant, you’re greeted by a soft colour palette alongside organic sculptures and artworks. As one of only two female 3 Michelin Star chefs in London, Hélène Darroze at The Connaught offers far more than extraordinary cuisine. Beyond the plate lies a space meticulously curated to reflect artistry, tradition, and the spirit of timeless craftsmanship.
Hélène collaborated with French interior architect Pierre Yovanovitch to redesign the restaurant as an intimate homage to bespoke detailing. Hand-carved wood panelling softens the space, whilst custom-made furniture and art pieces create an atmosphere of quiet luxury and artisanal excellence. The subtly feminine design reflects both Hélène’s cuisine and personal style.
The space features commissioned works from Damien Hirst, Hermès, and Matteo Gonet, creating a harmonious dialogue between design and gastronomy.
Adjacent to the main dining room sits an intimate Armagnac Room housing vintages dating back to 1888, whilst downstairs, a 12-seat Chef’s Table accompanies the show kitchen.
Pierre’s vision extends to the redesigned show kitchen below, which now features the newly installed Chef’s Table. Set within a generous open-plan space, pale oak-panelled walls are illuminated by bespoke Matteo Gonet lamps that spotlight a customised pink marble tabletop. The table sits upon a terrazzo dais, surrounded by plush armchairs and seating up to ten guests beneath a cobalt blue fresco commissioned from artist Rochegaussen.
The Chef’s Table menu differs from the main dining room, based on a sharing concept that allows for informal interaction with the chefs as they personally present each dish.
Together, these thoughtfully designed spaces demonstrate how architectural vision and culinary artistry can unite to create an environment where every detail serves both aesthetic beauty and gastronomic excellence.
