We did this last week, just me and my daughter (5) because my 2 year old son would have caused chaos and it was nice to have some girly time together.
there were no gifts given.
No photographer there, but I took lots of my own photos, and didn't feel rushed by the princesses at all.
We saw Cinderella and Prince Charming, Sleeping Beauty (aurora) and Tiana (beautiful dress!), and the mice Suzi and Perla were there as well.
Both mice danced with my daughter, and commented (in signs) about her costume.
I'm vegetarian, so my food choices were limited, but the food was very good, and I was almost tempted to eat meat for the day to get my money's worth and because the meat looked really, really good. So don't worry about the menu. It looks really lovely if you eat meat!
And Jonathan, I'd totally agree with you, it seemed to me a much better option than the princess pavillion to be honest.
As we were leaving, the ugly sisters were outside as well. But we didn't manage to get photos with them because there was quite a crowd and a lot of pushing going on. We were told the whole thing would take about 1.5 hours, but it took us 2.5 hours!! Evie does eat slowly, but I'd still allow a good 2 hours for this. But it's a nice peaceful haven from the rest of Disney!
Hang on, I'll get some photos for you....
Inside the Auberge

Evie's dessert (note the designs on the plates!)

Evie and Sleeping Beauty

Hugging Perla

Loads more here if you want (ignore the ones of half eaten food! sorry, I just wanted to take pictures of the designs on the plates)
http://photobucket.com/disneyparis2012