Free-spirited and passionate, Virginie Basselot represents a new generation of chefs who are redefining the contours of haute cuisine with audacity, precision, and a profoundly human touch. Her culinary vision is sincere and committed; each dish tells a story of flavour, of place, and of the art of transmission.

Virginie Basselot draws her inspiration from the heart of the Mediterranean, where the excellence of local produce takes centre stage. Freshness, seasonality, and proximity are the guiding principles of this Meilleur Ouvrier de France, who elevates each ingredient with elegance, audacity, and technical mastery. Around her, a passionate brigade – from her sous-chefs Michelle Gibon and Amélia Losilla to chef de partie – brings to life a vibrant Mediterranean: iodine-rich, plant-filled, and earthy. Each plate pays homage to the rich traditions of Nice, with deep respect for its heritage and the momentum of a resolutely contemporary creativity.

In 1957, the visionary and passionate Jeanne Augier transformed Le Negresco into a hotel of art and history. Through rare pieces and majestic styles, she created a unique masterpiece on the Riviera. At the heart of Le Chantecler and the Salon Régence, art graces the table: a portrait of Louis XV by La Tour, Marie Leszczynska by Nattier, wood panelling from the Château de Chaintré, or leatherwork from Malines… Every detail reflects the elegance of the Grand Siècle and the finest expression of French excellence.