Month: February 2023

The (very) Parisian interview with Maxence Barbot

The Paris Select editorial team invites you to discover the favorite addresses of Chef Maxence Barbot! Now pastry chef at Shangri-La in Paris, the 32-year-old young man stands out for his high-flying creations. They notably allowed him to be vice-champion of France for dessert in 2013. He has also proven himself in the kitchens of two of the great Parisian palaces, the George V and the Plaza Athénée. He quickly differentiated himself with the creation of original, aesthetic and audacious desserts. "Today, on the strength of my past experiences, my creativity and my passion, I am starting full of enthusiasm and energy within this beautiful House that is the Shangri-La Paris" announced Maxence on his arrival at the palace. – A restaurant to trust? Villa9Tois – chef Camille Saint-M'leux Villa9Trois – 71 Rue Hoche, 93100 Montreuil – A pastry where to enjoy? Gilles Marchal Pâtisserie Gilles Marchal – 9 Rue Ravignan, 75018 Paris – A market to recommend? Escudier in Boulogne Billancourt Escudier Market – 9 Bd Jean …

Enjoy a weekend in a French chateau

Tiara Château Hôtel Mont Royal Chantilly Located in the forest of Chantilly, the Tiara Château Hôtel Mont Royal Chantilly is an elegant establishment combining gastronomy and well-being. This enchanting place is only 35 minutes from Paris. This is the ideal place to relax in a luxurious environment surrounded by greenery. The hotel has 108 rooms and suites, offering a wide variety of stays according to guest preferences. The deluxe rooms are decorated with refinement. They combine Toile de Jouy and directoire stripes, while the penthouse suite offers a panoramic view from its private terrace. Chef Benoist Rambaud offers tasty cuisine that changes with the seasons. The hotel offers a comfortable and generous atmosphere where it is good to take a break. Hotel Mont Royal – All. des Marronniers, 60520 La Chapelle-en-Serval I need a relaxing weekend! – Château de Montvillargenne Located in Chantilly, in the eponymous forest, the Château de Montvillargenne is a 4-star luxury hotel. This estate is the largest 4-star hotel castle …

Saint-Ouen flea market

Les Puces de Saint-Ouen, located in the north of Paris, is one of the largest antique and second-hand markets in the world. It brings together 15 separate markets grouped together under the name of “Les Puces”. The Puces de Saint-Ouen were born in the 1880s, when ragpickers and scrap dealers began selling objects they had salvaged from flea markets in central Paris. These informal sales have gradually developed into a real industry. The flea market, settled in the town of Saint-Ouen, north of Paris, in the 1920s. Today, the Puces de Saint-Ouen are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Paris, welcoming millions of visitors every year. To better prepare for your visit, Paris Select has selected the best flea markets for you. Vernaison market This is the oldest market on the site and one of the most popular. It offers a wide selection of antiques and collectibles. You can find furniture, jewelry, clothes, books, toys and …

Chagall at the Atelier des Lumières

“Chagall, Paris – New York” at the Atelier des Lumières

The Atelier des Lumières is hosting the new immersive exhibition “Chagall, Paris – New York”. It highlights the prolific and unclassifiable creations of the artist Marc Chagall. This exhibition presents all of his work. In particular, enjoy works never exhibited before, testifying to the artistic and cultural advances of his century. You will have the opportunity to discover a selection of emblematic paintings by Chagall, some of his most famous series such as "Les Amoureux", "Les Fables", "Le Cirque"... Classical and contemporary music accompanies the projections to create a immersive and harmonious atmosphere. Paris and New York, two emblematic cities of modern art, were key stages in Chagall's career. Paris played a very important role in the life of Marc Chagall. In 1910, he moved there to study at the École des Beaux-Arts. Chagall was heavily influenced by the avant-garde artistic movements of the time, such as Fauvism and Cubism. Paris is also the place where Chagall met some of his greatest artist friends. Among them are…

Top 5 family weekends

Escape for a weekend and share unique moments with your family. Failing to leave during school holidays, a weekend of 2 or 3 days can easily be organized. Discover many theme parks and amusement parks to experience thrills and create unforgettable memories. Here are some ideas of destinations for family fun! – Océanopolis – Brest Océanopolis-Brest is a National Center for Scientific Culture dedicated to the ocean. Take your children to discover the marine world and the many species that inhabit it. Océanopolis is not a simple aquarium. Designed by scientists, the center is in permanent contact with researchers from all over the world. Throughout the year Océanopolis offers a rich and diversified program highlighting different marine ecosystems. In order to better understand the diversity of the marine universe, you will be able to explore three pavilions (Brittany, tropical and polar), reconstruction as close as possible to reality in order to make visitors aware of the protection of its biodiversity. Your children will be amazed by the 10 animals that inhabit the 000 …

Chez Thaï: A delicate taste journey to the heart of South East Asia

Opened in 1981, this family address for two generations located in the west of Paris, quickly became essential. Chez Thaï, a discreet and playful culinary adventure, has forged a solid reputation with a neighborhood clientele. It is also very popular for business lunches.Stéphane Su, boasts a fine career in the luxury sector and several years spent in Shanghai, trained in cooking at the prestigious Ferrandi school. Following this, he took over the reins of his parents' restaurant, where he spent his afternoons on his way home from school. He gathered there today, a team of fourteen people, all from Thailand, from the chef to the diver. – – Authentic, colorful and tasty cuisine Chez Thaï offers as many fragrant, colorful and often authentic cuisines, which make our senses and taste buds travel. More oriented towards a Thai gastronomic heritage, the recipes mix various influences from Southeast Asia, such as those from Vietnam, Hong Kong or certain regions of China. They weave a real bridge between its different cultures and …

3 restaurants tested and approved by the editorial staff

Capital of gastronomy, Paris sees new restaurants springing up all the time… Difficult to find your way around in this myriad of addresses. Fortunately, the editorial staff of Paris Select has selected 3 restaurants for you, tested and approved. True safe bets. – Maison Noura Since its opening in 1992, Maison Noura has undergone many transformations. Completely revamped by Pierre Yves Rochon in 2018, the group's historic address unveiled a new cozy setting in pistachio and pastel pink tones: open kitchens, dimmed lights in the dining room... The establishment has also taken a more festive direction, the promise of memorable evenings. And the surprise continues on the plate. We enjoy gourmet Lebanese cuisine, homemade. On the menu: a myriad of traditional mezes, tabbouleh with fresh parsley, hummus, falafel, meat kebbe or even an exceptional aubergine caviar. Then comes the hot dishes, lamb ravioli and labneh sauce, sojoks flambéed before the eyes of the customers, cauliflower braised with paprika, “black tiger” prawns flambéed with arak, octopus grilled with lachermoula… All amateurs spicy food...