OUR STORY
Le Grand Nous: our team
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DéCi, noun: a déci is a tenth of a litre, the usual glass of wine in Swiss cafés and restaurants.
But for Nathalie Cruchon and Benjamin Deschamps, who founded it, "DéCi" meant much more: the place where their shared passion for wine, local terroir and conviviality came together to offer a unique bistronomic experience in Lausanne.
The DéCi story began with a chance meeting, thanks to a winemaker sister, Catherine, and a few shared glasses of wine. Driven by an epicurean vision and a wish to modernise local tradition, Nathalie and Benjamin combined their influences, memories from elsewhere and local produce, to create a first pop-up around their bistronomic table d'hôtes at Domaine Henri Cruchon. Their bold cooking, with unusual pairings, vegetables reinvented as desserts and a genuine partnership with local producers, made them want to carry on the adventure.
In 2024, their dream came true with the opening of DéCi Comptoir Gourmand. Today, this place is much more than a restaurant: it is a real family, the DéCi Family. Every member of the team, from the kitchen to the dining room, is passionate, talented and committed, helping to bring this vision to life. The team shares a philosophy based on authenticity and respect for produce.
At DéCi, produce is carefully selected, often from local farms or close partnerships, to offer you an experience that goes beyond simple tasting. Every dish tells a story, every wine is an invitation to travel, every moment spent with us is something shared.
You will discover inspired dishes, creative pairings and a warm team, always ready to make your visit unforgettable.
Whether you come for tasty small bites, dishes to share or a glass of Vaud wine, Nathalie and the whole team invite you to celebrate bistronomy at its purest, in a warm and welcoming setting, where the passion for terroir shows in every detail.
Nathalie Cruchon
Born into a family of passionate winemakers, Nathalie Cruchon grew up with the art of the table and good food as core values. This early immersion in the world of wine and cooking naturally led her to a career in hospitality.
She began with a cooking apprenticeship, building a solid base of culinary knowledge.
Her passion for service grew through many experiences alongside her studies at the École Hôtelière de Lausanne.
In this prestigious environment, Nathalie refined her skills and discovered the importance of contact with guests.
With more than 15 years' experience in hospitality, Nathalie is now living her dream: welcoming guests to a restaurant that reflects her personality and celebrates cooking close to her heart, her roots and her family traditions.
At DéCi Comptoir Gourmand, she wants every guest to enjoy an experience that brings together conviviality, authenticity and deep respect for local produce.
Benjamin Deschamps
A passionate and curious gourmet, Benjamin Deschamps was driven early on by a love of good food. His first steps took him to hotel school, where he laid the solid foundations of his craft.
His thirst for learning then took him to the kitchens of a prestigious three-star restaurant in Paris to perfect his pastry skills.
With more than ten years' experience, Benjamin honed his culinary skills in renowned establishments, from palace hotels to starred restaurants and bistronomic bistros, from Paris to Crans-Montana and Montreux.
His style was a fusion of classic techniques with modern touches, using local, seasonal produce to create innovative, delicious dishes.
In 2020, still eager to learn and excel, Benjamin went back to school and completed a bachelor's degree at the Institut Paul Bocuse in Lyon. This strengthened his culinary philosophy: every dish should tell a story, combining terroir with inspiration from travel.
Benjamin co-founded DéCi with Nathalie in 2024.
