Assa

While waiting for the refurbishment of their establishment on the banks of the Loire to be completed, Anthony and Fumiko Maubert have set up shop in the centre of Blois. Anthony worked alongside Arnaud Donckele (La Vague d'Or) for a long time, whereas Fumiko has a twin vocation of nutritionist and pastry chef – her dishes are notable for being light and low in added sugar. Every morning ("assa" in Japanese), the couple devises the daily menu together, drawing on locally sourced produce of impeccable quality. A range of Japanese seasonings and ingredients are seamlessly woven into their inventive dishes.