🍋 Twister Agency Chef Cyrille Witz presents: "Scallop Carpaccio with Bright Citrus"
Private Chef in a Luxury Chalet: Val d'Isère, Val Thorens & Les 3 Vallées (Courchevel, Méribel)
This dish is an exquisitely delicate starter, incredibly fresh and light, perfectly suited to begin a gourmet meal in the mountains. It is prepared and served in the privacy of your chalet by our elite team.
1. What's in it? (Composition and Key Ingredients)
This dish is a play on textures and flavors, balancing the briny sweetness of the fish with the acidity of the seasonings:
The Base (The Prime Protein):
Scallop or White Fish Carpaccio: Thin, translucent slices of ultra-fresh scallops or prime white fish (sea bream, sea bass, or halibut), thinly sliced for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Seasoning and Acidity Elements:
Citrus Pearls (Lemon Caviar): Small yellow spheres (lemon caviar, or tears of yuzu/mandarin jelly) that burst in the mouth, providing a bright, fruity acidity.
Olive Oil and Herbs: Droplets of an intense green oil (olive oil infused with basil, watercress, or tarragon) that bind the flavors and add a vegetal note.
Aromatic Accompaniments:
Drops of Cream or Green Purée: Small dots of cream or avocado purée or wasabi/herbs (the green dots on the plate), adding creaminess and a touch of spice.
Young Herb Shoots: Thin, thread-like elements (shiso or wild fennel shoots) for aesthetic appeal and subtle bitterness.
2. How Was It Made? (The Precision of the Michelin-Starred Chef)
The success of this carpaccio relies on the chef's exceptional freshness and mastery of the cutting and seasoning:
Selection and Preparation: The Michelin-starred chef selects a piece of scallop or fish of impeccable freshness (sushi quality). The fish is sliced with extreme precision by hand to obtain millimeter-thin, translucent slices.
Cold Plating: The dish is presented on a slate or plate kept very cold to preserve the fish's texture.
Precise Plating: The Chef's hand (with the golden tongs in the photo) demonstrates the precision of the "minute-by-minute" finishing touches. Citrus pearls and drops of sauce are placed with absolute control to guarantee the balance of flavors in every bite. The green oil is often applied with a brush or using the tongs.
3. How to Enjoy It? (The Sumptuous Service Experience)
The experience is enhanced by our elite team in an exceptional alpine setting (warm chalet ambiance, view of the snow-covered mountains):
Masterful Service by the Maître d'Hôtel: The dish is served very fresh. The Michelin-starred Chef may sometimes perform the final seasoning (adding salt, pepper, or oil) in front of the guest.
The Perfect Pairing: This dish requires a wine that does not overpower the delicate flavor of the fish. A dry white wine from Savoie (Chignin-Bergeron, Apremont) or a crisp, mineral Pouilly-Fumé (Sauvignon Blanc) is perfect.
Tasting: It is recommended to have a small portion that includes the delicate flavor of the fish, the burst of acidity from the citrus pearls, and the aromatic note of the green sauce to appreciate the contrast of freshness.
4. ⚠️ List of Probable Allergens:
Based on visual and probable composition:
Mollusks: Scallops (if used) (major allergen).
Fish: Sea bass, sea bream, or halibut (if used) (major allergen).
Gluten: Low risk.
Milk/Eggs: Low risk, unless the green cream contains thickeners.
5. Adaptation of Services by Michelin-Starred Chefs (Covered Areas)
The integration of our Michelin-starred chefs into this service highlights our commitment to luxury areas:
Raw Fish Expertise at Altitude: The excellence of the Michelin-starred chef guarantees the traceability and sushi/sashimi quality of the fish, a vital requirement for a raw dish. The agency manages the express delivery of the ultra-fresh product to the chalets in Val d'Isère, Courchevel, and Méribel.
Micro-Gastronomy: The chef uses laboratory techniques (spherification for pearls, stable emulsions for sauce dots) that are the hallmark of haute cuisine, ensuring a visually spectacular and technically perfect dish.
Ambiance Orchestration: The Twister Chef agency uses its Maître d'Hôtels to complement the culinary performance. They assure that the ambiance of the chalet (lights, service) matches the elegance of the dish, offering a cohesive and exclusive experience in Les 3 Vallées and beyond.

