Le Délice du Jour, 2 years in Chapelle and… 30 years of excellence!

Mark Twain once said: "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did." A philosophy that must have resonated with Fabrizzio, who entered the culinary world as a teenager through the Hotel School of Fleurus. Resourceful, hardworking, grounded yet ambitious, Fabrizzio was not even twenty when he opened his restaurant, Le Délice du Jour, in Gerpinnes with his wife Sanae. That was in 1996. Twenty-four years later, in December 2022, they relocated to Chapelle-lez-Herlaimont. That was already two years ago!

The elegant villa once housed a Michelin-starred restaurant, making for an already beautiful setting. Yet, they transformed it into something even more refined. The dining room is bright and welcoming, thanks to large bay windows overlooking the garden—a delight for those who enjoy summer dining. In the evening, carefully designed lighting enhances the greenery outside while preserving the intimate ambiance of the room.

Happier than ever in the dining area, Sanae leads a well-trained team, while in the kitchen, Fabrizzio continues to refine his craft with each service, never losing sight of his love for indulgent cuisine. His signature dishes are subtly woven into menus that strike a perfect balance between finesse and elegance, avoiding excess or unnecessary extravagance.

A perfect example is the current menu, featuring: scallops from Dieppe with cauliflower, mushrooms, fermented and raw mustard, Chinese cabbage, and passion fruit; salmon trout with coconut milk broth, celeriac, and broccoli; veal with green cabbage, blueberry syrup, quince, and spiced peanuts.

A cuisine that is both indulgent and precise. A clear identity, flawless execution, and a consistent delight for the taste buds. A restaurant that leaves a lasting impression, captivating both nostalgic gourmets and adventurous food lovers alike.

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