European Sustainable Development Week 2023

The Commitment of the Barrière Group

During the European Sustainable Development Week, from September 18 to October 8, 2023, Barrière aims to engage and raise awareness among clients and employees about critical challenges such as environmental conservation and the adoption of more responsible practices. This commitment is reflected in local actions, responsible partnerships, and the promotion of 100% plant-based recipes across the Group’s establishments.

Throughout the year, Barrière promotes local and responsible consumption, and this week is a chance to highlight sustainable practices in locations like Paris, La Baule, Deauville, Le Touquet, Lille, and Ribeauvillé. Visitors can explore initiatives supporting local producers and community-driven efforts.

This year, for the first time, Barrière launched the internal challenge “100% Plant-Based Challenge for Barrière Chefs,” inviting chefs across the Group to create a plant-based recipe featuring grains, legumes, and vegetables. Winning recipes will be featured on the menus of all Group restaurants during the European Sustainable Development Week. The winning dish, “Cœur d’artichaut, champignons de Paris, œuf confit & bouillon détox,” crafted by Chefs Mathieu Mécheri and Matthieu Gamelin from Fouquet’s Barrière Paris, showcases seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients in a delicious, responsible, and waste-reducing manner.

Additionally, Chefs Benoît Duquesne, Steve Fourmeaux, Etienne Houvet, Romain Mahieu, and Sébastien Spychala from Resort Barrière Lille received the Jury’s Special Mention for their “Pomme Tatin” and the Community Prize for their “Revisited Onion Soup,” both of which creatively integrate the theme of beer and zero waste, emphasizing regional products and values.

From September 18 to October 8, visit Barrière establishments to discover the treasures of our regions and enjoy these original, 100% plant-based recipes.