Do you like unusual, immersive experiences that plunge you into a special world? Then this is the dinner for you. Thoiry Zoo is launching its Safari Dinners! On 8 evening dates during the summer, June 15 and 29, July 6 and 20, August 3, 10, 24 and 31, 2024, the famous zoo and its 50 hectares of animal freedom welcome you to experience an unforgettable moment.
For one exclusive evening, you can disconnect from city life and immerse yourself in nature. Surrounded by elephants, zebras, antelopes and ostriches, you'll experience a moment off the beaten track. For this occasion, forget the usual car ride and settle down in the very heart of the natural area.
As sunset approaches, we board the bush truck for a ride into the heart of giraffe, hippo and antelope territory. Then it's off to the area secured by rangers to enjoy a meal under the watchful eye of the animals. Of course, without another audience, the view of animal life is just idyllic.
When it comes to meals, there's plenty to lick your lips. This year, Thoiry Zoo is offering a new mouth-watering menu.
June 5 & 29 - July 20 - August 3, 10 & 31
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LAND & SEA PLATE
Salmon gravlax with beet on bao bread
The chef's head pie
Scallops marinated in honey and rosemary
Mini-brochette of marinated chicken with Chinese spices
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HOT PLATE
Quail mignonette
Red mullet in potato jacket
Veal tagine with dried fruit served with
semolina
Braised leek carrot
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ASSIETTE DE GOURMANDISES
Lavender scented crème brûlée
Caramel and chocolate mini cheesecake
Verrine of red fruits in star anise and vanilla syrup
A 100% vegan dinner is on the menu on July 6 and August 24. At the helm is Chef Frédéric Jaunaul, Meilleur ouvrier de France primeur. "Vegetables and fruit can take us on a journey through space and time. These born travelers have a lot to tell us. They're so deeply rooted in our terroirs and our culinary calendar that we've forgotten just how well they've adapted the exoticism of their origins," he declares.
Cauliflower served in a bowl with candied heads and a touch of parsley
Sweet pink radish jelly with pickles, horseradish cream, leaf juice and hazelnut tuile
Tomato confit stuffed withsmoked eggplant caviarand summer herbs
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INPUT
Roasted green asparagus served with a salad of herb shoots andherb juice ,and a mango mousseline with lime and fresh mint.
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FLAT
A blend of several finely cut summer roots served witha creamy peachsauce seasoned with herbs and ginger.
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PRE DESSERT
Seasonal cherries roasted pitless and flambéed with kirsch, topped witha rice puddingemulsion and sancho leaves
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DESSERT
Banana poached at low temperature in fresh green vanilla, on a chestnut tuile with hay ice cream
Special fennel digestive herbal tea Sandrine Leriche
For these safari menus, available to those aged 12 and over, expect to pay €85 per person, with an additional €15 wine package for those who wish.
Dates and Opening Time
From June 15, 2024 to August 31, 2024
Location
Wow Safari Thoiry
Rue du Pavillon de Montreuil
78770 Thoiry
Prices
Accord mets vins: €15
Menu: €85
Recommended age
From 12 to 120 years old
Official website
www.thoiry.net
More information
July 1, 15 and 29 at 6:45 p.m. August 12 August 26: vegetarian dinner with Frédéric Jaunault MOF primeur at 6:15 p.m. September 9 at 6:15 p.m.
