On the edge of the Palais Royal Gardens, steps away from the renowned theatre of the same name, lies a gastronomic destination named Nhome, a unique restaurant born from the mind of Chef Matan Zaken.
Matan Zaken’s Nhome was created as a feast for all the senses. The journey starts with a space designed by the chef in collaboration with architect-designer Guillaume Terver from Studio leLAD. Upon entering, guests pass alongside a kitchen visible from the street, which leads to an intimate first table that brings them close to the lively energy of the culinary brigade.
Then comes the main dining room, which hosts a majestic 18-seat table; this is the heart of Nhome. The experience unfolds further through Chef Matan Zaken’s instinctive yet refined gastronomic creations. Each dinner features a unique nine-course menu, blending the chef’s celebrated signature dishes with seasonal inspirations.
The restaurant also offers lunch service and a market-inspired six-course tasting menu every Friday. At Nhome, every moment is cherished, every meal shared, turning each dining experience into a new story to tell.
Having honed his skills in the kitchens of Frenchie Covent Garden with Greg Marchand, Le Cinq (Four Seasons George V) with Christian Le Squer, and Saturne with Sven Chartier, Matan Zaken, at just 30 years old, has developed a strong mastery of contemporary and creative gastronomy.
He is driven by the desire to express his culinary vision inside his unique universe. Breaking away from traditional formalities, Chef Matan offers an experience that reflects his unique personality. Each service unfolds with precision, from amuse-bouches to petit fours. Matan’s dishes are all meticulously crafted, and the atmosphere inside the restaurant is refreshingly unconventional.
One of Matan Zaken’s bolder visions is welcoming his guests around a single shared table for a “blind” tasting menu, where the culinary team interacts directly with diners.
He surprises with his refined and confident cuisine in this relaxed yet elegantly minimalist atmosphere. Matan has also extended his vision to the restaurant’s design by collaborating with ceramicist Amande Haegen, who has crafted bespoke tableware that reinforces Matan’s culinary creativity.
Every guest of Nhome will be welcomed by Matan Zaken with his signature warmth and generosity. It’s not just about savouring a chef’s unique cuisine; it’s about immersing yourself in a one-of-a-kind, intimate setting.
Photography by @lephotographedudimanche.