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The best Made In Italy addresses in the heart of Paris

A few kilometers from Paris, just a few hours flight, it is possible to visit Italy. We love its considerable architecture, its umbrella pines, but above all its pizzas and delicious homemade pasta. Fortunately, it is not always necessary to take the plane to experience Italian culture. In the capital, more and more addresses typical of the country are opening their doors. Something to travel without getting too tired. Here are our best Made In Italy addresses in Paris. Where to eat ? Eataly Paris Marais – The temple of Italian food in Paris In 2007, the Italian Oscar Farinetti created Eataly. It completely revolutionizes the standards of (slow) food cuisine thanks to an avant-garde concept. Since then, this brilliant idea has become a global phenomenon. It all started in Turin before spreading to the four corners of the planet, from Milan to London, via Dubai, New York and Los Angeles. Food enthusiasts and lovers of Italian gastronomy swear by Eataly. This typically Italian address is a stone's throw from the BHV. It features a…

7 Parisian tea times you absolutely must try

At snack time, our English neighbors treat themselves to a gourmet break over tea and some sweet treats… We have selected our best Parisian addresses for you to enjoy a very chic Tea Time! And for those who can't come, here is our top of the most delicious teas to cocoon quietly at home. – Le Proust au Ritz The pastry chef of the Ritz, François Perret reinvents Tea time as a classic French snack in the Proust lounge of the Ritz. Here, there are no club sandwiches but high-end biscuits to nibble on over a hot drink. The chef invites us into the flavors of childhood around various petit fours of yesteryear, soft cakes, tasty cakes and pies to suit all tastes and of course the madeleine, so dear to the novelist, which the pastry chef revisits with mischief … Thanks to a tea sommelier, the house selection is rich and varied. In this magnificent library, we happily rediscover forgotten flavors. French tea, 68 euros. The Proust room at the Ritz, 15 place Vendôme 75001 …

Top 7 of the best kids friendly brunches in the capital

It's Sunday, past 11 o'clock, the children have been awake for a long time and are starting to cry out for food, but you don't really want to get into the kitchen at this time... It's obvious, the time for brunch rang! Just because you're with family doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to this tradition. Luckily for you, Paris Select has selected five restaurants that offer a kids-friendly brunch where you can treat yourself and your children at the same time. Follow us ! Mocca Mocca is the festive meeting place for the 17th district in the evening and for families on weekends. This chic restaurant has directly imposed itself as a flagship Mediterranean restaurant thanks to its exceptional chef Jean-Baptiste Orieux. And to further delight our taste buds, the restaurant offers a hearty all-you-can-eat brunch for €62 per person, €25 for children and free for children under 5. A nanny and animator service is available if you want to finish your meal quietly. Mocca – 10 Place du Maréchal Juin, 75017 Paris Kopster It is …

7 irresistible gourmet addresses

What's new for foodies? In recent weeks, Paris has seen the arrival of several new gourmet addresses that have quickly caught the attention of local and international gourmets. These new establishments offer a variety of cuisines, innovative concepts and unique culinary experiences. Paris Select has selected the best gourmet novelties in the capital. Madame Cacao by Christelle Brua Pastry Chef at the Élysée Palace until August 2022, Best Restaurant Pastry Chef in the World, Pastry Chef of the Year three times… Christelle Brua is starting a new chapter in her life by opening her very first chocolate factory. Madam Cocoa. It is in homage to the cult series of the 60s, Angélique Marquise des Anges, where the heroine embodied by Michèle Mercier opens a salon dedicated to chocolate. Its chocolate factory stages the mythical chocolate delights of our childhood in reinvented versions. Impossible not to succumb to these unique creations where the fondant, crispy, crunchy and aromatic power of exceptional chocolates combine to make us melt. Madame Cacao – 10, rue du …

The (very) Parisian interview of a food addict – Romain S.

Passionate about high gastronomy and the sweets of pastry chefs, Romain Santoni, has tested the most beautiful Parisian restaurants. In particular the tea rooms of the major hotels and palaces of the capital. He tells us his 10 best addresses to enjoy a high-end tea time. Here is his Select list of his greatest taste emotions. – 1/ The Ritz Paris Distinguished and captivating, the soul of the Ritz amazes me as much as its revisited sweets of yesteryear. Chef François Perret's desserts go perfectly with this idyllic setting. Le Ritz Paris – 15 Pl. Vendôme, 75001 Paris – 2/ Le Cheval Blanc A thoroughbred that takes us at high speed towards happiness, from the Pont-Neuf to the sky of Paris. The wonders of Chef Maxime Frederic are distinguished by their perfection, right down to LV Dream. Cheval Blanc Paris – 8 Quai du Louvre, 75001 Paris – 3/ The Four Seasons George V Incredible decorations that change with the rhythm of the four seasons. If Jeff Leatham whispers stories to flowers, then Chef Michael Bartocetti gives us heartfelt relief. …

7 restaurants for healthy eating in Paris

Sunny days are coming sooner than you think. And when the sun comes back up, all you want is to eat fresh produce! In Paris, more and more cool addresses are opening their doors and offering balanced menus with seasonal vegetables and fruits. Today, healthy comes in several styles. It is now possible to eat gluten-free or even sugar-free pancakes. At the same time light, healthy and beautiful, healthy cuisine is slipping more and more into the top of the most popular food of Parisians. Here are 7 ideal addresses to eat while having fun. – The Vegetable Slaughterhouse Located in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, the Vegetable Slaughterhouse describes itself as “a place in love with good food”. This vegan establishment is 100% organic. There, it is impossible to find strawberries in November or pears in May. Fruits and vegetables are seasonal. Perfect mix between a coffee-shop and bistro, the restaurant …

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 …