Saint Tropez, France, July 2013 -Continuing to weave its spell on the Tropezian landscape, YTL Hotels' MUSE Saint Tropez Ramatuelle will thrill the palates of its guests this summer with the addition of its new chef, Jean-Michel Belin.

Chef Belin's culinary prowess has led him through a decade of service at Hotel Le Beauvallon St Maxime to international collaborations with The Ritz-Carlton brand; providing consultations in the launch of L'institute Gastronomique Riviera, and finally into the kitchens of M restaurant in the heart of the French Riviera.

Set amidst acclaimed landscape artist Sophie Agatha Ambroise's poetic, Les Victoires Du Paysages award-winning garden, the 30-seat M restaurant plays host to Chef Jean-Michel's culinary magic, where the region's best produce from market-fresh lobster and halibut, to morel mushrooms and spring lamb are given a light Mediterranean kiss before they are sent to guest tables.

In the day, Chef Belin presents summery salads and simply grilled meats and seafood, while come sundown the kitchen switches to high gastronomy with dishes such as the Foie Gras Tarte Tatin with Wild Greens and Meurette Braised Beef Tenderloin with Morel Mushrooms and Quail Eggs. The journey of flavours extends to dessert, with samplings of sweets such as the Tiramisu infused with Cepes and Passionfruit Macaron with Spiced Gianduja Chocolate Coulis.



Chef Belin's handpicked seasonal produce, coupled with his Mediterranean influenced cooking style and breathtaking contemporary presentations make him the perfect addition to Muse Saint Tropez.

Entry to the chic retreat is via a gate hidden inside a lush landscape of beach vegetation, leading to a former millhouse exquisitely reconceived into a 14-room, villa-style luxury resort. Three acres of sun-dappled, self-sustainable gardens provide a restorative oasis of serenity and transitional spaces for conversations, or simply to commune with nature; while guests convene at the pool or have sublime revelations in the Spa and at M restaurant when seeking a more sensorial state of mind.

The three year-old Muse Saint Tropez remains a stylish hotspot, whether for the seasoned Tropezian or the elegant traveller seeking an exclusive sanctuary. The escape is part of YTL Hotels' bespoke MUSE collection -exclusive getaways across the globe with distinctive identities, which echo the regions in which they lay.

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MUSE by YTL Hotels

The MUSE collection of bespoke properties are exclusive in number and set in secluded milieus, each with distinctive personalities designed to inspire and resonate. This collection is represented at a myriad of magnificent locations across the globe, from Saint Tropez, France to Pangkor Laut Estates, Malaysia; and Bray Cottages, United Kingdom to Villa Tassana, Phuket.  Each intimate escape is a celebration of senses, tastes and textures. Visit www.muse-hotels.com for a glimpse of MUSE.



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