Andre Soltner, the renowned French chef who passed away at 92, was fondly remembered in a grand memorial in Manhattan. The ceremony featured a 16-piece orchestra and floral arrangements, drawing a crowd of culinary luminaries, including Thomas Keller and Daniel Boulud. Revered for his leadership at Lutece, a cozy yet prestigious French restaurant, Soltner left a significant mark on the culinary world. His dedication extended beyond cooking as he mentored aspiring chefs and served as a dean at the French Culinary Institute after selling Lutece.
"Lutece was not a fancy restaurant, Mr. Boulud said affectionately, recalling the restaurant in a cozy townhouse... You walked in and there was that little bistro feeling in the front, and it felt like a home."
"A 16-piece orchestra perched above the cathedral-size ballroom welcomed guests... a rampart of yellow and apricot flowers lining the stage, beneath a massive crystal chandelier."
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