A Culinary Affair | The Taste of Things x Balthazar

Savour an exquisite menu in homage to Trần Anh Hùng's delectable masterpiece.

The Picturehouse Team

26 Jan 24


To celebrate The Taste of Things, the timelessly romantic new film starring Juliette Binoche, Picturehouse Entertainment has partnered with Balthazar, a traditional French brasserie in London's Covent Garden, for a special collaboration.

Inspired by the exquisite French gastronomy on show in The Taste of Things, Balthazar has created an exclusive menu that pairs perfectly with the film. Throughout February, you can savour three exquisite dishes – including a traditional Pot Au Feu, in homage to the film's centrepiece meal – along with paired wines, and indulge in a culinary love affair.

Discover the menu and book your table here

The special menu is available exclusively from 1st to 29th February.

The Taste of Things is in cinemas from 14th February: book your tickets now.




About Balthazar

An elegant evocation of a traditional French brasserie, with an authentic Parisian feel, Balthazar offers informal all-day dining from its home in Covent Garden's historic Flower Cellars building. Classic cuisine, impressive wine and an irresistible bonhomie combine to make every meal at Balthazar an occasion.

The menu includes an abundance of fruits de mer as well as a wide selection of classical French brasserie and bistro dishes. The restaurant's philosophy is simple: we combine the best ingredients with the most traditional methods to produce food of exceptional quality.


About The Taste of Things

Peerless cook Eugenie (Juliette Binoche) has worked for the famous gourmet Dodin (Benoît Magimel) for the last 20 years. Bonding over a passion for gastronomy and mutual admiration, their relationship develops into romance and gives rise to delicious dishes that impress even the world's most illustrious chefs. But Eugenie is fond of her freedom and has never wanted to marry Dodin. So, he decides to do something he has never done before: cook for her.

A delectable feast for the senses, The Taste of Things is a stunningly beautiful romance that simmers with emotion. The new film from acclaimed director Trần Anh Hùng, it will be an unmissable cinematic treat.




The Taste of Things screens at Picturehouse Cinemas from February  14.
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