The 3rd edition of Les Jeudis de la Villa will take place from 6th November, 2025, to 2nd April, 2026. It features a series of 18 exceptional evenings that blend inspiring conversations with exquisite dining, all set in the stunning Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild.

Honouring the vision of Baroness Béatrice’s in preserving the spirit of the Salon, these weekly gatherings will offer a unique opportunity to meet, converse, and explore new ideas. Each Thursday, a distinguished guest speaker will share their expertise on a wide range of topics – from culture and literature to sports, science, art, gastronomy, ecology, and beyond.

Les Jeudis de la Villa take place in an intimate setting in the restaurant Béatrice, where no more than thirty guests will be in attendance for an evening of stimulating dialogue. This is followed by a carefully crafted dinner, the menus prepared by chef Myriam Barda, designed to indulge both the intellect and the senses.

Courtesy Guillaume Néry

6th November: To kick off the first chapter of this season, Guillaume Néry, the world-renowned freediver and holder of multiple records, will take us deep into the ocean, sharing the profound lessons he’s learned from his underwater explorations.

13th November: Delphine Horvilleur, writer and rabbi, will delve into the power of language and resilience, guiding us through a thought-provoking exchange on these themes.

20th November: Guillaume Jacquet-Lagrèze will present a fascinating discussion on how to harmonize sustainability with evolving boating practices, offering a fresh perspective on our relationship with the sea.

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Photo © Matteo CARASSALE

27th November: Magali Picherie, named Best Sommelier of 2022 by Gault & Millau, will lead us on an immersive wine journey, exploring the diverse terroirs and the passage of time through the lens of exceptional wines.

4th December: Jean Plantu, legendary cartoonist and passionate observer of the world, will share his love of drawing and his unique take on current events, inviting us into the world through his sketches.

11th December: For the final evening of the 2025 season, Bernard Deloupy will explore a pressing question in his latest detective novel, Crim’ à la Mairie: Will artificial intelligence one day match or surpass human intelligence?

Restaurant Béatrice at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild for Les Jeudis de la Villa - Photo © Anthony Lanneretonne
Photo © Anthony Lanneretonne

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Tickets cost €120 per person. For this, you get

  • A welcome glass of champagne
  • Dinner-conversation
  • Semi-gourmet menu, including wine pairing (two glasses of wine, coffee, and mineral water).

You can also avail of the special three night package which costs €300. Tickets may only be used by the one person for all three evenings and are non-transferrable.

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Les Jeudis de la Villa at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Courtesy Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

Think of this as just a taste of what’s in store this season. Further details of the 2026 Jeudis de la Villa speakers will be unveiled in the coming weeks.

Until then, save your Thursdays – each evening promises thought-provoking conversations, rich cultural experiences, and warm moments of connection at the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild.

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Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
1 Av. Ephrussi de Rothschild
06230 Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

Tel: +33 (0)4 93 01 33 09

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All images and photographs courtesy Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild; lead image © Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, all other photos as credited

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