This is a series that introduces lunch buffets that we have tried and found to be "recommended places to return to!" This time, we will introduce the "Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo" that opened in July 2024! The long-awaited lunch buffet has been a hot topic.

Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo will open in July 2024, right next to Nakajima Koen Station on the subway. The lunch buffet we will introduce today is extremely popular there. The dishes created by Executive Chef Toshiyuki Tanaka, who studied in France and has a highly skilled technique, have captivated visitors since the hotel opened.

The interior of the store has a stylish atmosphere reminiscent of a cafe or restaurant on a street corner in France.

The centerpiece of the buffet corner is the cold deli menu with 20 different items. The vegetable deli, which incorporates an abundance of fresh vegetables, uses plenty of ingredients from Hokkaido. There is a wide variety, from elaborate appetizers to Western-style side dishes that you'll want to try making yourself.

A wide range of popular dishes are available, including fruit and prosciutto salad and seasonal vegetable cakes.

Both delis feature plenty of vegetables.

Chef Tanaka has a strong interest in the "regional cuisine" of Hokkaido and other countries around the world. On this day, a deli with an arrangement of the Ainu dish ratashkep (a dish made by stewing a mixture of wild herbs and vegetables) and a Vietnamese salad were also on offer. "Hokkaido is rich in ingredients and has many regional dishes. I would like to use French techniques to create deli dishes and incorporate the essence of cuisines from various countries," said Chef Tanaka.

Familiar ingredients are seasoned with Asian flavors and combined in a creative way.

Ratatouille, a local dish from the south of France, is made with plenty of vegetables from Hokkaido.

The hot menu corner offers freshly made food from the semi-open kitchen. The mini Courtyard Burger, which is small but very filling, and the authentic Nepalese curry made by a Nepalese chef are very popular. Personally, I was impressed by the fact that the curry rice is long-grain basmati rice.

With a firm bun and a meaty patty, it's more voluminous than it looks!

Hearty meat dishes and mussels marinieres are also available

In the semi-open kitchen, you can see the chefs busily working.

Boulangerie cafes, where you can casually enjoy bread and side dishes, are popular in Paris and other parts of Europe. Here you can experience the atmosphere of boulangeries with a wide variety of delis, salads, dips, and more.

Serve a little bit of deli, salad, dip, etc.

We recommend eating it with bread!

Here you can observe the pastry chefs preparing the desserts. The desserts, which are made on the spot, are not only delicious but also beautiful to look at. They also have light mousses and jellies, each one small, so even if you're full, you'll find yourself reaching for all of them.

Enjoy the fruit tarts as the fruits used change with the seasons!

The cakes are not too heavy and each one has its own unique flavor, so you won't get bored of them.

If you have the chance, I recommend trying their tiramisu. It's creamy and not too sweet, perfect for adults.

From the restaurant on the second floor of the hotel, you can enjoy a view of the greenery. There are many staff members, so it's easy to talk to them if you need more water or cutlery or have questions about the dishes. The flow of traffic at the buffet table is not one-way, so it doesn't get clogged, and you can pick up food from any available spot, so it's smooth. You can enjoy the buffet without any stress.

Cutlery and cups are provided at the seats, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

The charm of this restaurant is the wide variety of vegetable deli dishes, which will give you new tastes and new discoveries. You can spend time chatting on a street corner in Paris while nibbling on the wide variety of deli dishes. The interior and staff have a good balance of sophisticated atmosphere, neither too pretentious nor too casual.

・A deli that uses French techniques in the combination of ingredients and seasonings ・The food is fun, with an added touch of international cuisine! ・The hidden popular menu item is authentic Nepalese curry ・Comfortable service in a relaxed atmosphere

*The photo was taken at the time of the interview. The content may vary depending on the time of year.

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