Enjoy an extraordinary ski holiday in 2025 at the luxurious Chalet Hôtel Blythe, where you’ll be hosted by Mark Birchall with guests Gareth Ward and Rafael Cagali, who together will create an unforgettable dining experience. Chalet Hôtel Blythe can be found nestled in the charming Les Gets village, at the heart of the Portes du Soleil – one of Europe’s most expansive ski resorts, and just a snowflake’s distance from Geneva airport.
Chalet Hôtel Blythe has recently been nominated for the World Ski Awards 2024, in the category “World’s Best New Ski Chalet.”
This incredible event brings together three of the UK’s most celebrated chefs, boasting seven Michelin stars between them, for two exclusive collaborative dining experiences, and that’s not all, guests will join Mark, Gareth and Rafael for lunch in Les Gets, have access to the slopes, spa treatments and of course time to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
What you can expect:
Sunday, January 5, 2025
Arrivals: Fly into Geneva airport where a private minibus will be waiting to take you to Les Gets. For those preferring to drive, secure underground parking is available.
Equipment Essentials: We’ll assist in equipping you with skis, boots, and lift passes.
Dinner: First night’s dinner will be brought to you by Chalet Hôtel Blythe
Monday, January 6
Master the slopes: Opt for ski guiding or lessons, ideal for newcomers to Les Gets.
Relax and refresh: Personalised spa treatments upon request.
Dinner : Mark Birchall will be joined by Rafael Cagali from Da Terra, to present a one of a kind dining collaboration
Tuesday, January 7
Explore: More Ski Adventures and Spa options.
Mountain Lunch: A memorable lunch in the mountains where guests will be joined by Mark, Gareth and Rafael.
Dinner: by Chalet Hôtel Blythe.
Wednesday, January 8
Explore: Continue to explore the slopes or unwind with spa treatments.
Culinary Finale: A special farewell collaborative dinner by Mark Birchall and Gareth Ward from Ynyshir.
Thursday, January 9
Departure: (with options to extend your stay until Sunday, 12th January)
With only eight luxury bedrooms available, this intimate event is exclusive to just 16 guests.
Chalet Hôtel Blythe has both double and twin room options. Mark and owners Andy and Tracey Bell, will be there to ensure your experience is nothing short of spectacular.
Your chefs:
Mark Birchall opened Moor Hall Restaurant with Rooms in March 2017, with a focus on delicate, produce-driven menus inspired by Moor Hall’s exceptional surroundings and home-grown ingredients.
Within six months, the Restaurant at Moor Hall was awarded its first Michelin star, with a second star following in the 2019 Michelin Guide. Moor Hall was awarded a Michelin Green star for its efforts in sustainability in 2022. Moor Hall holds five AA rosettes in the AA Restaurant Guide, and a World class status in the Good Food Guide.
Mark Birchall was crowned ‘Best Chef in the UK’ after winning the Chefs’ Chef of the Year award at the prestigious AA Hospitality Awards 2022, which celebrate the very best in the industry.
At The National Restaurant Awards 2024, Moor Hall ranked third place in the top 100 list, having held first and then second place for the previous four years.
In October 2017, Mark launched his neighbourhood restaurant, The Barn at Moor Hall. In 2022, The Barn was awarded a Michelin Star. The Barn also holds three AA rosettes.
Gareth Ward is Chef Owner of Ynyshir Restaurant and Rooms, a Two Michelin Star Restaurant located in the idyllic Welsh countryside. Born and raised in County Durham, Gareth made the move to Wales in 2013 to head the Ynyshir Restaurant kitchen with then owners Mr & Mrs Reen.
In his first full year at Ynyshir, Gareth and his team were awarded their first Michelin Star, and Gareth was named “Chef to Watch” by The Good Food Guide. In collaboration with his long-time partner Amelia Eiríksson, Ynyshir has changed exponentially since they took over control and part ownership in 2016.
Rafael Cagali Originally from São Paulo, Rafael draws on his Brazilian and Italian heritage to guide his creative vision. He spent years living in both Italy and Spain working with the likes of Chef Stefano Baiocco at A Villa Feltrinelli, Chef Quique Dacosta and Martin Berasategui.
Da Terra is Rafael Cagali’s two-Michelin-starred restaurant located in Bethnal Green’s historic Town Hall Hotel, a building which originally dates back to 1910. Opened in January 2019, Da Terra – which translates to of the Earth – won its first Michelin star just eight months later and its second in 2021.
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