Introduction to Le Petit Chef
A tiny chef has arrived at the InterContinental Houston’s Safina Mediterranean restaurant, bringing with him a unique 3D dining experience. Standing at a mere 2.3 inches tall, this animated character is the star of “Le Petit Chef,” a show that is projected onto a table for diners to enjoy between courses.
The Concept and History
Founded by Belgian artists Filip Sterckx and Antoon Verbeeck, the miniature chef attempts to wield his culinary skills to create a delicious meal for diners, often with disastrous, but amusing, results. The pop-up currently has 87 locations worldwide, from Portugal to Aruba. Christian Bagaric, 2Spicy Entertainment GmbH managing director, expressed his pleasure in opening a new location with InterContinental Houston, stating that it is a great expansion for them and they are happy to entertain guests with an unforgettable theatre and gourmet experience.
Unique Dining Experience
Each show and menu are unique to the location. Diners can watch as the tiny chef “makes” the course they are about to eat with charming, miniature animations projected on the plate and surrounding table. Examples may include the chef facing off against a bull in a ring, koi fish swimming around the table, the plate transformed into a grill for steak, and teensy gardening plots growing greens for a salad.
Menu Options
Located in the Medical Center, Safina Mediterranean has four different menus featuring the petite chef: grand, classic, vegetarian, and children’s. The grand menu features seafood soup, burrata salad, lobster tail, grilled beef tenderloin, and creme brulee cheesecake for $195. The classic menu ($169) substitutes chicken roulade and a 6-ounce ribeye for the main entrees. The vegetarian menu costs $155 and includes roasted tomato soup, eggplant wrapped around pistachios and vegan goat cheese, wild mushroom potato gnocchi, grilled cauliflower steak, and a fruit plate. For $89, children 6 to 12 years old can enjoy fruit, salad, a 4-ounce flatiron steak, pan-fried gnocchi, and ice cream. Kids also receive a Le Petit Chef plush toy.
Show Details
The show has been created for four people seated at one table. If a booking is made for more or less than four people, then diners will share a table with other guests. The Le Petit Chef show takes place daily at 12 pm, 5 pm, and 8 pm, and each experience will last one-and-a-half to two hours.
Conclusion
The InterContinental Houston’s general manager, Juan P. Laginia, expressed his excitement to bring the world’s smallest chef to the hotel, stating that this fun animated 3D dinner show will inspire unique experiences for Houstonians to cherish. Whether you are looking to celebrate a special romantic occasion, gathering with colleagues, or looking for a fun family activity, Le Petit Chef is a great choice. With its unique concept, delicious menu options, and entertaining show, it is an experience not to be missed.
