Events

A look back at our exceptional four-hands dinner with Savoy Helsinki

As an extension of the gastronomic dinners “La Tour en balade”, initiated in 2022—when La Tour d’Argent was hosted by Savoy Helsinki — March 7 and 8 marked the return match, as La Tour had the pleasure of welcoming the Savoy Helsinki teams for an exceptional four-hands dinner, the first of its kind in our history.

Two days dedicated to sharing and excellence, punctuated by two lunches and two dinners, where Finnish and French gastronomy came together in perfect harmony.

This event—paying tribute to André Terrail, Finnish by his mother—was an opportunity to celebrate a unique culinary dialogue, where respect for the finest ingredients and exceptional craftsmanship were showcased through exclusive creations by Chefs Héléna Puolakka from Savoy Helsinki and Yannick Franques. Signature dishes such as Paris-Helsinki, duck galantine, salmon quenelles, and cloudberry soufflé were among the highlights of this remarkable collaboration.

Beyond the cuisine, this encounter was also an immersion into the French art of hospitality for the Savoy teams. Whether at La Tour or through a journey into our terroir, including a visit to Domaine de la Chalotterie in Seine-et-Marne, they had the pleasure of meeting Geoffroy Champin, our artisan butter and raw cream producer. During this workshop, they observed and took part in the traditional butter-making process, followed by a tasting. Chef Yannick Franques, taking a brief break from the kitchen, then led a countryside barbecue—an intimate moment of conviviality, sharing, and simplicity.

This Paris-Helsinki gathering was a milestone in our history with Savoy Helsinki and, more broadly, with Finland. It will remain etched in our memories as a magnificent celebration of gastronomy and the deep connections that unite lovers of fine cuisine across the world.

A heartfelt thank you to our teams and partners—Air France among them—for contributing to the success of these two days, and to our guests for joining us in this unforgettable experience.