A brand new restaurant by Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer (SBM) Group is now open at the impressive offshore extension development, Mareterra, which was launched on 4 December: Marlow. Inaugurated on Wednesday 15 January by H.S.H. Prince Albert II, accompanied by Stéphane Valeri, Chairman and CEO of SBM, and Albert Manzone, Managing Director. The intimate inauguration took place in the presence of Thomas Brezzo, President of the National Council, Georges Marsan, Mayor of Monaco and Formula 1 racing driver Charles Leclerc. Official and institutional guests from Monaco were welcomed by Bryan Gaillard, Director of the establishment, prior to the public opening on 16 January. Marlow pays tribute to British elegance, as well as to the first customers who frequented Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer establishments more than 160 years ago. This warm and sophisticated venue welcomes customers in the stylish and relaxed atmosphere of an English club. It serves English specialities and cocktails at any time of day and evening. With Marlow, the Monte-Carlo lifestyle takes on a British vibe.
After nearly eight years in the making, the Mareterra offshore extension enlarges the territory of the Principality of Monaco by six hectares. At the heart of this new district, on Place Princesse Gabriella, Marlow was inaugurated on 15 January in an intimate setting, before opening to the public.
This opening is part of the Group’s development strategy in Monaco, driven by the Chairman and CEO, Stéphane Valeri, and his team. It was coordinated by Albert Manzone, General Manager, together with the Real Estate Development Department and the Construction and Built Heritage Department. More than a restaurant, this new all day dining concept made in Monte-Carlo is the Monegasque embodiment of a British club.
For Albert Manzone, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer: ‘Marlow is the latest addition to the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer’s collection of bars and restaurants, which already includes some thirty addresses in Monaco. This new Maison concept has been created to appeal to the largely English-speaking clientele of the new Monegasque district, but also of course to Monegasque residents, as well as visitors to the Principality.’
Marlow: welcome to the home of Lady M.
Inspired by late 19th century English literature, Marlow tells the story of Lady M., a fictional British Lady who welcomes her guests into a unique universe. The Marlow experience evolves throughout the day and the evening. British specialities are showcased from breakfast to dinner, from Tea Time to pre-dinner drinks.
To guarantee the British touch, Bryan Gaillard is in charge of running the establishment. After studying in Paris, he worked mainly in London’s famous clubs and restaurants. For four years, Bryan managed the venues of The London EDITION hotel (boutique 5-star hotel), in particular the Berners Tavern star-awarded restaurant. He then continued his career as Director of Brilliant Corners and Mu for two years, two establishments offering a restaurant, bar and live music.
Bespoke interior design by Hugo Toro
The artist, architect and interior designer Hugo Toro, of Franco-Mexican origin, unveils a superb décor covering over 300 sq.m inside and a 100 sq.m terrace. This British-inspired venue combines the codes of an English private club and the Mediterranean sun. This signature is already appreciated worldwide, in particular at the PUR’ star-awarded restaurant on Place Vendôme in Paris, the Midland Dining Room at St Pancras station in London, the Villa Albertine Atelier in New York, and coming this spring, the first Orient Express Hotel in Rome.
For Marlow, Hugo Toro created an entirely custom-designed 360 degree décor: from the architecture to the lights, including the furniture and even the door handles. The Victorian universe and its panelled architecture blend with coral-inspired motifs. This unique project features a variety of spaces (seafood bar, private lounge, musical stage), all around a central bar. The customer experience is bathed in warm candlelight, from dawn to dusk . Attention to detail is omnipresent and combines raw and sophisticated materials (decorative patinas, glossy woods, pink and aqueous green marble, Murano glass, bespoke lamps and a solid cast iron bar surround), creating a cosy atmosphere where aquatic hues create an invitation to travel. This domestic and architectural setting also contains Lady M’s curiosity cabinet featuring an eclectic collection of objects selected by Hugo Toro, art books and biographies.
All day British-inspired dining
Marlow offers English-inspired, convivial and comforting cuisine, non-stop from 8.30am until midnight.
A traditional full English breakfast gets the day off to a good start, with Brunch on Sundays with complimentary Champagne, or Tea Time with pastries and delicate sandwiches to enjoy with a cup of tea, served according to the English ritual, all in a jazzy environment.
The breakfast and dinner menu showcases British specialities such as Beef Wellington and truffle purée, or Marlow Pie (walnuts, honey, mushrooms, rocket and Cheddar). Also available are fish, seafood and shellfish, crudos and caviar, and also the famous English creamy blue cheese, Stilton . Don’t forget to leave space for dessert, in particular Lord Mess (meringue with seasonal fruits and tonka bean-flavoured whipped cream).
A Roll Bar completes the menu with specialities made with brioche rolls: Lobster Roll, Crab Roll, Grilled Cheese.
In the evening, the venue becomes and elegant bar, with a cocktail menu inspired by great British classics, such as Vesper Martini (loved by James Bond), Hanky Panky (created in 1903 at the Savoy by Ada Coleman, first barmaid in history), Milk Punch, Irish Coffee, etc. A fine selection of whiskies, cognacs and ancient rums, as well as a cigar cellar complete the English club experience. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, live soul music will bring the mood up a gear.
