Michelin-Starred French Restaurant Louise Comes to India Le Cirque at The Leela Palace Bengaluru

Le Cirque at The Leela Palace Bengaluru will present an exclusive pop-up in partnership with Louise, the Michelin-starred French restaurant, led by celebrated Chef Loïc Portalier on February 27 and 28, 2026, for an exclusive culinary event. This limited-period event aims to showcase global fine-dining by bringing Michelin-level artistry to Bengaluru.

Nestled in a restored two-storey heritage house in PMQ, Hong Kong, Louise earned a Michelin star within six months of its opening. Helmed by Executive Chef Loïc Portalier, the restaurant’s menu is a culmination of French tradition and contemporary dishes, shaped by Portalier’s training. 

The pop-up will showcase specially curated tasting menus designed for both non-vegetarian and vegetarian diners. Highlights from the menu include Mimolette Cheese Gougères with Louise spices and horseradish gel, Tomato Water Consommé with kaffir lime and chilli oil, Soupe Vichyssoise with caviar and dashi pain perdu (non-vegetarian), Caramelized Onion Tart with Vin Jaune and Comté, Line Caught Cod with sorrel sauce and sugar snap pea, Chicken & Truffle Bottoni with morels sauce, Vegetarian signatures such as Leek Terrine with sorrel sauce and nori butter, A refined dessert progression including Orange & Saffron pre-dessert and a nostalgic Bread & Chocolate finale.