Executive Chef Serge Devesa, a native of Marseille, proves time and time again that growing up in France can be a fine way to learn the culinary arts. As a child, Serge developed his passion for food, spending endless hours in the kitchen under the tutelage of his mother, grandmother, and aunts. Under their watchful eyes, Serge practiced his craft, creating traditional family dishes that had been passed down through the generations. According to Serge, "One of my fondest childhood memories is making crepes with my mother and aunt. Not only did they make fabulous food, but they made cooking fun. Tossing the crepes through the air to each other was a regular occurrence in our home. Only once did a crepe ending up flying out the window!" It is this excitement and enthusiasm for food that Chef Serge shares with all of his guests in Chez Colette and La Fougasse Private Dining. While traveling and cooking his way around the world in France, the Caribbean, Canada, New York, and Miami, Chef Serge now brings his passion and knowledge of cuisine to Minneapolis. His motto is simple - fresh, seasonal ingredients, perfectly prepared and seasoned to perfection. This is the lesson learned from his mother that he now brings to all of his cooking. Come, relax, be our guest and enjoy all of the culinary delights that Chef Serge has to offer. Bon Appetit! Showcasing dramatic settings, award-winning cuisine, and world-class chefs, Sofitel is home to one of the best restaurants in Minneapolis, MN. Savor the finest the Twin Cities has to offer, and reserve your table online today.