Month: July 2020

The 20 best spots for brunch in Paris

If there is one tradition that Parisians don't miss for anything in the world, it's Sunday brunch! In palaces, bakeries and other chic restaurants, here are our essential addresses for brunch in Paris. – The most Germanopratin: Les Deux Magots Synonymous with artistic and literary life, Les Deux Magots is a real Parisian institution, both a mythical café and an authentic restaurant. And like many cafés, the legendary establishment offers a weekend brunch menu. At Les Deux Magots, you will therefore have the choice between two options, Brunch Saint-Germain (49€) and Brunch Marin (59€). Both include a hot drink – renewable once – a squeezed juice (orange, lemon or grapefruit), the baker's basket (two pastries and toast, butter, homemade jam and honey), raw vegetables to eat with their white cream with herbs, Comté and Saint-Nectaire cheese as well as a sweet plate of seasonal delicacies. In the first, you will also be entitled to organic scrambled eggs, the quiche of the day, a slice of Scottish smoked salmon "Petrossian" and …

Auberge du Jeu de Paume: a luxurious getaway combining culture and relaxation

A true haven of peace, the Auberge du Jeu de Paume (Relais & Châteaux) is the ideal spot for a retreat away from the hustle and bustle of Paris. Or simply a cultural getaway for a weekend in Chantilly… On the outskirts of Paris, there is a bucolic paradise of 7800 hectares, the insiders of which have kept the secret for many years… Code name? The Auberge du Jeu de Paume. Ideally located on the edge of the Domaine de Chantilly, the Auberge enjoys a quality location. It is really 3 minutes from the Castle but also the Museums of the Horse, the Condé as well as the city center and its many shops and restaurants. The combination of breathtaking landscapes and historical monuments near the site brings an extra soul to this setting. - Refined decoration Upon arrival, the tone is set! Here, French elegance is omnipresent. The refinement is discreet, the beauty subtle, all in a decoration that borrows from history what is most chic. As romantic as you want, the rooms are decorated with ...

3 restaurants in a garden for lunch in the countryside

With this beautiful sun shining, there is nothing more pleasant for Parisians than taking a gourmet break in the open air. But you still need to know the good spots… Here are our best addresses for lunch outdoors in Paris. – The most bucolic: the Chalet des Îles in the Bois de Boulogne A place of sharing for gourmets, the Chalet des Îles nestles in the heart of an island in the Bois de Boulogne. To access this green setting, a small boat welcomes you for an express crossing. We then discover a truly authentic restaurant that has lost none of its charm of yesteryear. With huge spaces, several atmospheres are available to us: the terrace, the garden, the balcony, as well as the interior room... In good weather, we obviously recommend that you sit down on the terrace by the lake. Here, the chef's cuisine is simple and tasty, favoring seasonal products and authentic tastes in the pure French tradition. On the menu, there are refreshing salads, a …

4 places to shop for a good suitcase for the holidays

It must be said, these summer holidays 2020, it was well deserved! Whether you have planned to go for a long weekend just to disconnect, or for a few weeks of discovery on the other side of the world, you will need a good baggage to carry your fashion essentials, to wear during your trip. vacationer journey. Cabin suitcase, classic or maxi, 48h or mini bag… Paris Select unveils its 4 favorite brands for traveling in style. - For repeated stopovers: Hedgren Hedgren is a Belgian brand, born in Antwerp in the 1990s. Thanks to their historical know-how, the brand has developed different ranges: first accessories for women, then for men and finally the line travels with ultra-stylish suitcases. The house offers rooms that perfectly combine functionality, attractive design and comfort. When writing, we fell in love with the metallic CARVE LEX model, from the brand's latest collection. Very trendy, it comes in gray, ...

Pavyllon, a starred restaurant nestled in the Champs-Élysées gardens

The latest of chef Yannick Alléno's restaurants, Pavyllon opened its doors last winter, in October 2019. Only a few months later, the gourmet counter already won its first star in the Michelin guide! We are showing you around. We knew Alléno Paris and L'Abysse… Last October, Yannick Alléno inaugurated his third Parisian restaurant: Pavyllon. Located on the ground floor of the Pavillon Ledoyen, the entrance to Pavyllon is completely independent from those of its 'big brothers'. When you cross the threshold, you immediately come across the large (and very beautiful) counter surrounding the open kitchen, a central element of the decoration. A brief overview of the room: velvet and suede for the seats, limed oak panels on the walls and geometric layout of glazed earthenware tiles punctuated with small smoked mirrors reflecting the garden… The combination of materials is very well chosen and each detail has been carefully thought out by the talented architect Chahan Minassian. Even if, with fine weather, it is on the bucolic terrace that it is most pleasant to sit down, the counter in…

EATALY Paris: an Italian immersion… in the heart of the Marais

It happened just over a year ago. Eataly, the most desirable Italian food concept opened its doors in Paris, in the heart of the Marais, under the leadership of the Galeries Lafayette group. Created by the Italian Oscar Farinetti in 2007, Eataly has completely reinvented the codes of (slow) food by offering a brilliant avant-garde concept that has since become a worldwide phenomenon. It all started in Turin before being exported to the four corners of the planet: Milan, Copenhagen, Istanbul, New York, Los Angeles… All foodies and other lovers of ritual gastronomy swear by the Eataly label. So it was high time for Paris to have one too! – A hybrid place A stone's throw from the BHV Marais, Eataly Paris sits in place of the former canteen of the employees of the Parisian department store and presents a magnificent place, as refined as it is warm. The idea of ​​this concept was simple: bring together all the Italian culinary specialties in a single place, where you can eat, buy and learn. It must be said, for this first …

YNDŌ Hotel: a designer setting for a gentle stopover in Bordeaux

Nestled in a 2000th century private mansion, the YNDŌ hotel stands out for its completely unique style and its warm atmosphere... A real cocoon of comfort in which to stay. – The story… Already the manager of a brasserie and two hotels facing the ocean in Biarritz, Agnès Guiot still felt the irrepressible desire to create a new establishment. Luckily, the end of the 108s marked a turning point for Bordeaux, which became a UNESCO World Heritage city. The eyes of the whole world are then turned towards the majestic Gascony. Faced with this growing enthusiasm, Agnès – who studied there – decided to take a leap into the port city. She has an appointment for her first visit to 5 rue de l'Abbé de l'Épée and absolutely did not expect to have an immediate crush on this 12th century private mansion and yet, the magic operates and the facts are there ! The lovely YNDŌ (pronounced 'INDO') adventure begins. – A XNUMX-star hotel with XNUMX rooms …