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At Perception, located in the heart of Paris on Rue Blanche, guests embark on a captivating culinary journey where French and Korean flavors seamlessly intertwine. The menu showcases a range of thoughtfully crafted tasting menus designed to delight the palate and celebrate culinary artistry. Start your meal with vibrant starters like steamed gambas paired with wild garlic pistou and avocado condiments, or indulge in a roulé de saumon with ricotta and gougija stuffing alongside refreshing tofu gazpacho. These appetizers set a bold and elegant tone for the courses to follow.
Starters and appetizers
The starters combine fresh and authentic ingredients to create an enticing introduction. Highlights include gambas à la vapeur enriched with an emulsion that enhances their natural sweetness, complemented by mini turnips and a delicate avocado condiment. The salmon roulé, featuring ricotta and a hint of gougija, offers a creamy, flavorful bite, while the cold tofu gazpacho refreshes with smooth texture and subtle seasoning. Each dish is carefully plated to please both the eye and the taste buds.
Mains
Main courses at Perception showcase a harmonious fusion of French and Korean culinary traditions. The fish of the day, expertly grilled à la plancha, is served alongside a vibrant beetroot purée with a hint of orange and balanced by a gochujang-infused fish jus, offering a delicate yet lively flavor profile. For meat lovers, the "Blanc de l’Ouest" pork is paired with smooth carrot purée, confit multicolored carrots, and puffed buckwheat seeds, all tied together with a rich reduced jus. The menus range from five to eight courses, allowing guests to fully appreciate a variety of textures and tastes in a single sitting.
Desserts and sweets
The dessert offerings are as imaginative as the savory courses. Guests can savor a mango puff pastry glazed with honey, paired with Sichuan berry ice cream for a playful contrast of flavors and textures. Poached pear infused with aromatic spices is complemented by a delicate biscuit and velvety Sao Tomé chocolate cream, finished with a pear and cognac sorbet that refreshes and delights. These desserts highlight Perception’s commitment to innovative yet balanced flavor combinations, leaving a lasting impression.
Drinks and wine pairings
Perception offers an exquisite selection of wines carefully chosen to complement the fusion menu. From the dry and aromatic Juançon Sec "Les Mille Pieds" 2021 to the refined Bourgogne Côte d’Auxerre "Corps de Garde" 2021, the curated wine list enhances each course with nuanced pairings. Other notable wines include the AOP Languedoc "Les Clapas" 2021, Saint-Chinian "Montmajou" 2022, and the lively Mondeuse "La Sauvage" 2021. Alongside wines, the bar serves creative cocktails that bring a modern twist to traditional flavors, perfect for those seeking a refreshing and sophisticated drink experience.
Special tasting menus
- Menu Déjeuner en 5 temps – a vibrant five-course lunch menu that features steamed gambas, salmon roulé, tofu gazpacho, fish of the day, and a creative dessert trio.
- Menu Dîner en 4 Temps – a sophisticated four-course dinner menu including an entrée, main, cheese course, and dessert to showcase French-Korean fusion elegance.
- Menu Dîner en 6 Temps – an extended six-course meal adding mignardises for a sweet finish paired perfectly with selected wines.
- Menu Dîner en 8 Temps – the ultimate eight-course experience including amuse-bouche, showcasing the chef’s creativity and a full spectrum of flavors.
