28 January, 2020 L’OISEAU BLANC, THE PANORAMIC FRENCH RESTAURANT ATOP THE PENINSULA PARIS, WINS ITS FIRST MICHELIN STAR L’Oiseau Blanc, The Peninsula Paris’ gourmet French restaurant is delighted to receive its first star awarded by the Michelin Guide. The rooftop restaurant, revealing unfettered views of the Parisian skyline offers a reinterpretation of traditional dishes in a contemporary style by using classic techniques, faithful to the culinary traditions of French cuisine. “We are extremely honoured to receive this prestigious award. This achievement is the result of daily commitment from the team. Our employees dedicate themselves to providing our guests with the best possible standards of luxury service, and to be bestowed with such an exclusive award is proof of this. I am very proud of them.” said Mauro Governato, the General Manager of The Peninsula Paris. “I would like to thank our two owners, Katara Hospitality and The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Limited, for their continuous support and confidence, this award reflects a lasting and close collaboration, which promises to take The Peninsula Paris to the next level, combining Peninsula excellence and French Savoir-faire.” The L’Oiseau Blanc’s team brings a true commitment to their tireless work as they devise captivating culinary matches that are both new and original, using produce to best effect with great mastery, without betraying the principles of traditional French cuisine. L’OISEAU BLANC, THE PANORAMIC FRENCH RESTAURANT AT THE PENINSULA PARIS, WINS ITS FIRST MICHELIN STAR – 2 From the classics, which one can truly never tire of, to bolder, contemporary creations, L’Oiseau Blanc promises a delicacy of flavours, a subtlety of textures and a complete balance of the senses to create an unforgettable dining experience. About L’Oiseau Blanc The L’Oiseau Blanc restaurant-bar-terrace is the pride and joy of The Peninsula Paris. Located on the establishment’s sixth floor, with a panoramic view over the City of Light’s most famous monuments, it has a rooftop that can be opened up on fine days, making it one of the most unusual and elegant destinations in the capital. This exceptional venue takes its inspiration from the theme of aviation, celebrating the adventures of the aviators Charles Nungesser and François Coli who attempted to cross the Atlantic in 1927, setting off from Le Bourget. It pays homage to them with a unique collection of memorabilia, including a 1/75 scale replica of their L'Oiseau Blanc biplane, displayed in the adjacent courtyard. For reservations or bookings: +331 58 12 67 30 or [email protected] ### L’OISEAU BLANC, THE PANORAMIC FRENCH RESTAURANT AT THE PENINSULA PARIS, WINS ITS FIRST MICHELIN STAR - 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 WU Communication Manager The Peninsula Paris 19 avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France Téléphone : +33 (0)1 58 12 66 33 Fax: +33 (0)1 58 12 99 99 Email: [email protected] Website: www.peninsula.com/paris .