Simon Desiles, the Chef, is the product of many influences ranging from country cooking of the “Sarthe” to Michelin starred restaurants all over France. His philosophy is; to give pleasure through a job well done. “Cooking is more than recipes” Alain Chapel. L’Aigle d´Or allows Simon to express his vision of a “cuisine française” respecting the traditional skills and techniques, but presented with flair and imagination. A purist concerned with respecting the rules of the art learned in great French houses, where one trait is universal: passion. His influences include:

Together Eleanor and Simon are proud to demonstrate their personal and professional investment in their first adventure. They have chosen to settle in Touraine, a stone’s throw from Sarthe, the chef’s native region, to benefit from a rich gastronomic history and culture. Together the couple offer an original, responsible and tasteful culinary experience.

A restaurateur does not work in isolation. Every day is an opportunity to meet a thousand people. Customers, family, friends, producers and suppliers, merchants and artisans of Azay le Rideau … Each one contributes to this restaurant experience. Azay le Rideau is a living village, and we appreciate our strong partnerships with the baker, the florist, the butcher, the artists…