Press release June 29, 2020 The Peninsula Paris Appoints David Bizet as New Executive Chef This June, the Michelin-starred chef David Bizet was appointed Executive Chef at The Peninsula Paris, one of the City of Lights’ most iconic heritage properties. “It is with great delight and pride that we welcome Chef Bizet to our team at The Peninsula Paris,” said Mauro Governato, General Manager of the Parisian palace. “His acclaimed gastronomy is sure to reinforce our restaurants’ status as some of the premier culinary destinations in Paris.” Originally from Mortagne-au-Perche, Chef Bizet retains a special love for his home region of Normandy. He developed an early appreciation of food, and respect for the land and its bounty, by spending much of his childhood on his grandparents’ farm. The pastoral beauty of the environment, and his family’s culinary heritage, sparked a passion for cooking with local, seasonal ingredients that Chef Bizet preserves to this day. 1 After graduating from the esteemed Lycée Hôtelier de Granville Maurice Marland in 1993, he received his diploma in 1997 in Caen. Chef Bizet began his professional career as Demi Chef de Partie at the world-famous Le Cinq restaurant at the Four Seasons George V in Paris. He remained at the hotel for 18 years, eventually taking on the role of Chef at Le Cinq restaurant in 2014, and then of Chef at L’Orangerie restaurant. In that capacity, he was awarded his first Michelin star in 2017. In 2018, Chef Bizet moved on to join the team at Paris’s storied Le Taillevent restaurant, where he received his second Michelin star in January 2020. Chef Bizet has expressed excitement about his new position as Executive Chef at The Peninsula Paris. “The opportunity to offer such a wide variety of cuisines in such distinctive outlets – from the French gastronomy of L’Oiseau Blanc to the refined Cantonese cuisine of LiLi and the globally inspired recipes of the Lobby – is a wonderful challenge,” says the 42-year-old Chef Bizet. “I am greatly looking forward to exploring all these gastronomic traditions at The Peninsula Paris.” Special Summer Gourmet Menus at L’Oiseau Blanc The Peninsula Paris is delighted to announce the reopening of its iconic L’Oiseau Blanc restaurant, offering stunning views over the Parisian cityscape and the majestic Eiffel Tower. From June to August this summer, diners at L’Oiseau Blanc can enjoy special summer lunch and dinner menus incorporating the best locally sourced seasonal produce. These menus offer delectable new opportunities to savour world-class French cuisine created by Chef Bizet. Among the summer dishes guests will discover starters of seared young mackerel, lemon- infused crab, and gazpacho made with zucchetta (a delicious regional variety of summer squash); main courses of milk-poached John Dory, rosemary-seasoned sea bream, Iberico pork chop, and roasted Aveyron lamb shoulder with seaweed. Dessert creations featuring gourmet chocolate, and seasonal ingredients like peach and rhubarb, provide a deliciously sweet finish. 2 Information and reservations: Seating capacity: 40. Open daily, 12 noon - 2.30 pm and 7 pm - 10.30 pm. Guests will be welcomed in accordance with the safety and hygiene measures related to the current health situation. Reservations can be made by telephone at +33 (0)1 58 12 67 30 or online at [email protected]. 3 About The Peninsula Paris The Peninsula Paris is a joint venture between Katara Hospitality and The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH). Perfectly situated at 19 Avenue Kléber, just steps from the Arc de Triomphe, The Peninsula sits in the heart of Paris within walking distance of some of the world’s most famous monuments, museums and luxury shopping districts. The Peninsula houses 200 luxurious rooms, including 86 suites. Inspired by Haute Couture, the theme suites at The Peninsula Paris hotel – some of the French capital’s most spacious and the world’s most highly customized – are veritable showcases of French heritage and savoir-faire. About Katara Hospitality Katara Hospitality is a global hotel owner, developer and operator, based in Qatar. With more than 45 years’ experience in the industry, Katara Hospitality actively pursues its strategic expansion plans by investing in peerless hotels in Qatar while growing its collection of iconic properties in key international markets. Katara Hospitality’s portfolio has grown to include 40 owned and / or managed hotels and the company is now focused on achieving its target of 60 hotels in its portfolio by 2026. As the country’s flagship hospitality organisation, Katara Hospitality supports Qatar’s long-term economic vision. About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH) Incorporated in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), HSH is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, The Peninsula Paris, The Peninsula Bangkok, and The Peninsula Manila. Projects under development include The Peninsula London, The Peninsula Istanbul and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong. The Peninsula Paris Media Contact Léa Blaize Communication and Partnerships Director The Peninsula Paris 19 avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France Telephone: +33 (0)1 58 12 66 33 Email: [email protected] Website: www.peninsula.com/paris 4 .