“The garden is the canvas, and we take all our inspiration from the garden and the seasons.” Executive Chef Luke Selby

Embark on a journey with host Margaret McSweeney to one of the most exceptional luxury resorts in the world for a truly special edition of Kitchen Chat®: A Taste of Luxury, History, and Hospitality. Join Margaret as she discovers an enchanting, Michelin-starred world in the heart of Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, on her first visit to the hallowed grounds of Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, A Belmond Hotel. This isn’t merely a visit to one of the world’s most exquisite resorts; it’s an immersion into an enchanting luxury oasis of sustainability where Michelin-star standards of gastronomy intertwine with a profound respect for the ecosystem, practices of sustainability, and history within the enchanting bounty of nature.

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Created by the legendary Raymond Blanc OBE, Le Manoir has held two Michelin stars since its inception in 1984, a testament to unwavering culinary artistry. On a side note, Chef Blanc has a new cookbook, Simply Raymond: Recipes from Home is now available. Beyond this celebrated estate’s pioneering commitment to sustainability, recognized with a prestigious Michelin Green Star, discover how Le Manoir’s philosophy, deeply rooted in its expansive organic kitchen gardens, seasonal harvests, and a zero-waste ethos, elevates the dining experience to a world-class level. Even the welcome amenity is a delicious presentation.

Join Margaret in conversation with Executive Chef at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, Luke Selby, who returned to Le Manoir in January 2023 after starting his career there in 2009 working alongside the legendary Chef Raymond Blanc.

Traverse the resplendent grounds and gardens with Margaret and be transported from the meticulously cultivated vegetable patches to the serene Japanese tea garden, uncovering the secrets behind Le Manoir’s exceptional cuisine.

Learn how the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, many grown mere steps from the kitchen, inspire the innovative menus crafted by Executive Chef Luke Selby and his esteemed team.

More than just a luxury destination, Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons is a living testament to the harmonious relationship between exceptional hospitality and environmental stewardship.

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How fitting that the artichoke, a symbol of hope and prosperity, welcomes you to the property both as a sculpture and as a thriving part of the garden.

Le Manoir is a place to celebrate. Margaret and her dear friend, May Wong, who lives in London, celebrated 40 years of friendship just ...

Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons: A Culinary Fairytale