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The Chez Julien restaurant is getting a makeover

Ideally located in the heart of the Marais, the Chez Julien restaurant is a haunt for both trendy Parisians and tourists passing through. Nestled in a former bakery classified as a historical monument, the Chez Julien restaurant immediately catches the eye of passers-by with its period frontage, its gilding and its large terrace. If this address that Parisians slip under the cloak is taken by storm during Fashion Week, the rest of the time it is a real haven of peace in the heart of Paris. With its exceptional location, it offers a magnificent view of the Louis Philippe bridge and the St Gervais church, the oldest church in France after Notre-Dame-de-Paris… The dream spot to enjoy the art of living French-style ! A sublime Grande Époque-style setting Once through the door, one marvels at discovering an authentic decoration, dating from 1901. It has been brilliantly reinterpreted by Gérard Cholot, who has also revamped two Parisian institutions: Bouillon Chartier and Thoumieux. For Chez Julien, the star scenographer ...

3 spots for lunch with your feet in the water

You don't necessarily have to go to the South to enjoy good food with your feet in the water. At the gates of Paris, the Seine reveals all its beauty. Some restaurants have understood this well and have put down their suitcases in these not-so-distant lands to feast on us… Whether you're Parisians or Ile-de-France residents, these addresses are worth a detour and give us a change of scenery in a few metro stations! - The Aqua in Suresnes With its small light garlands and its breathtaking view of the Seine, the Aqua has everything the perfect tavern. People come here to savor a bit of Italian Dolce Vita without taking the plane. Because it is the transalpine cuisine that is in the spotlight. A Sicilian octopus salad, artichoke tortellini or even a Milanese schnitzel… We feast on the dishes on offer, but it's a house novelty that seduced us: the mozzarella bar! In the window, we discover smoked mozzarella, di Buffala, braided or even burratas to die for. The hardest …

10 starred restaurants in Paris to try at least once in your life

Listed for several years as part of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity, French cuisine can be proud of its extraordinary richness, its service and its distinguished traditions of the art of living... A brief overview of the best starred restaurants in the capital, the ones you absolutely must try, at least once in your life! – Pavyllon * The pitch: The latest of chef Yannick Alléno's restaurants, Pavyllon opened its doors at the Pavillon Ledoyen just a year ago, in October 2019. Only a few months later, the gastronomic counter already won its first star at the Michelin Guide ! The menu: Morisseau mussels, langoustines grilled over a wood fire and ginger butter, candied trout, crunchy tuiles with coarse milk and butter mounted with dill... Here we are treated to a cuisine that subtly mixes French influence and other culinary traditions . 8 avenue Dutuit, 75008 Paris. I RESERVE Find out more about Pavyllon, here. – Le Clarence ** The pitch: Enthroned in the heart of the Golden Triangle, Le Clarence is nestled in …

Les Deux Magots unveils its bucolic terrace-garden, ideal for welcoming Spring

A true emblem of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Les Deux Magots is now inaugurating its terrace-garden where life is good. Zoom in on this meeting place where Parisians love to sit down and admire the peaceful view of the Saint-Germain Church… Renowned for its literary history, Les Deux Magots is an unmissable Germanopratin spot. If in the last century, the famous café hosted the fine flower of the intellectual and artistic scene (Verlaine, Rimbaud, Mallarmé, Aragon, Sartre and Beauvoir, Hemingway, Picasso, to name a few…) today the tradition continues and Les Deux Magots remains more than ever the headquarters of Parisian and international personalities from the political sphere, the arts, literature and fashion. Every year, on sunny days, the establishment inaugurates its terrace-garden. At the corner of Boulevard Saint-Germain and the famous square of the same name, it preserves the authenticity and history of the house, while breathing new life into it... This legendary meeting place brings together both Parisians from the neighborhood but also artists and other international celebrities, …

Bel Canto: the ideal restaurant for music lovers

A few steps from Notre-Dame de Paris, the Bel Canto restaurant perfectly combines haute cuisine and lyrical singing. This unusual address is a delight for fine gourmets. For more than 20 years now, Bel Canto has been offering an original concept that cannot be found elsewhere. The poetic encounter between two distinct worlds: lyrical singing and gastronomy. While in the 3th century, the famous Scala in Milan offered dinners, it is today at Bel Canto that we go to be amazed… and ears! – A sublime decor As soon as you enter, the tone is set: red velvet, noble woods and other paintings intertwine, a sumptuous decor that is reminiscent of that of the most prestigious opera houses. Every evening an incredibly enchanting dinner show is played here. In the four corners of the room, authentic costumes from the Opéra National de Paris watch over the grain… – A new menu On the plate, the meal is played out in 5 acts without false notes. On the menu, we discover a sublime duck foie gras with XNUMX spices alongside Gravlax salmon, …

The Café de la Paix, between tradition and modernity

Decor brought up to date, new menu by a new chef… A true Parisian institution since 1862, Le Café de la Paix has been able to renew itself with grace and is more than ever in tune with the times. Enthroned at the foot of the Opéra Garnier for more than 150 years, Le Café de la Paix crosses the generations without taking a wrinkle. Sumptuously renovated in 2003, this mythical place which has seen the greatest writers, singers, actors and politicians pass through its walls, has lost none of its splendor of yesteryear. With its gilded columns, moldings, frescoes, lamps and other gilding in the Second Empire style, the Belle Époque spirit still reigns supreme in the vast dining room! In the midst of this superb historic setting, you can enjoy a cuisine centered on the work of seasonal products, provided by quality producers. Chef Laurent André, who arrived at the house in October 2016, began by reworking the gastronomic menu, lightening it and bringing up to date legendary dishes such as foie gras, tartare, etc.