Founded by Michelin-starred chef Alain Verzeroli, a longtime protégé of culinary legend Joël Robuchon, Le Jardinier opened in 2019 as part of the Bastion Collection. The name means “the gardener,” a reflection of the restaurant’s philosophy: celebrating vegetables, herbs, and seasonal ingredients as the true stars of haute cuisine. The menu is rooted in French technique, yet it breathes with a modern sensibility — fresh, light, and alive. Circa 2022 Office Christmas Lunch, NY NY