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Bouillon Racine, the confidential broth of the Chartier brothers

Located between the Latin Quarter and Odéon since 1906, the famous Bouillon Racine by the Chartier brothers presents a superb Art Nouveau style. Immersion in this place classified as a Historic Monument… Bouillon Pigalle, Chartier or even Julien, it must be said, for a few years the broth (ancestor of Parisian breweries) has been on the rise! But in the capital, the one that stands out is none other than Bouillon Racine. Perpetuating the unique atmosphere of Paris in the 1900s, one is first of all seduced by its magnificent decor made of fretted woodwork, bevelled mirrors, opalines, marble mosaics and other glass pastes. As for the stoves, it is Alexandre Belthoise who is at the helm of the famous Parisian institution. For 15 years, it has been offering flavors that play subtly between contemporary French cuisine and traditional dishes. Made from fresh products and renewed with the seasons, they are 100% homemade since the only ones that are not made in the kitchens of the house are those of carefully chosen partners: the Parisian Escargot and the artisan...

Sunday is brunch! Head to Brasserie Bellanger

In the heart of the 10th arrondissement, the Brasserie Bellanger offers 100% homemade French bistro cuisine. Since its opening a few months ago, the restaurant has been a victim of its success and for good reason, with its very low prices and its superb sunny terrace, it is a real pleasure to sit there. Zoom on their Sunday brunch which is well worth the detour. When Charly and Victor, great cooking enthusiasts, come across the cookbook of Marie-Louise Bellanger, Charly's great-great aunt, they discover (well-kept) secrets of traditional local recipes to die for. They then choose to make good use of them and put them to the benefit of Parisians by going from theory to practice with products from small producers, selected with care. Each week, Brasserie Bellanger renews its menu and never ceases to amaze with the quality of the dishes and their low prices. A recipe for success, very reminiscent of that of the Big Mamma group whose two founders are none other than the mentors of Charly and Victor. On the menu …

Privé de Dessert: the trompe-l'oeil restaurant that shakes up the codes

For several years now, Privé de Dessert has reigned supreme as the king of trompe-l'oeil dishes. Building on their success, the brand has opened a second Parisian address, a stone's throw from the Marché d'Aligre... Privé de Dessert is a trompe-l'oeil restaurant that offers dishes that look like desserts, and pastries that strangely resemble dishes. It has been fooling thousands of gourmets for five years now with its playful dishes. In this cozy restaurant with modern decor, the floating island turns out to be pasta with very regressive truffles, the cone of churros is nothing but a portion of fries and the spaghetti carbonara, a lemon meringue pie. Dishes as tasty as they are original! This gastronomic visual deception has moreover seduced more than one, since, victim of its own success, the Sephora Nahon and Sophie Journo brand opened a second address in the 12th arrondissement last June, after their first table, at Pigalle. A generous kitchen, homemade recipes with fresh products combined with attentive service, this is the winning combination of this original concept that …

Cyril Lignac's gourmet interview

(c)YannDeret Ice cream, snacks… In summer, we allow ourselves all the differences. After all, even our diet is on vacation! Sweet beaks begin to salivate. This is a season that lends itself well to gourmet confessions. Meeting with chef Cyril Lignac. (c)ThomasDhellemmes Do you give your various restaurants and pastry shops a common identity? You find my personality in each of my establishments. Whether for restaurants, pastries or chocolate shops, I have imagined with my teams creations that look like me, around flavors that I like. Nevertheless, each of them has its own identity, they are all different concepts. Between sweet and salty, your heart swings? I have always evolved within the two universes. From the beginning of my career, I passed the CAP de Pâtissier, together with that of Chef. I wanted to guarantee a culinary identity from starter to dessert because I found that there was often a break between sweet and savory in restaurants. My two CAPs in my pocket, I continued my apprenticeship as much in the kitchen as in …

Les Tantes Jeanne: the gastronomic address of the Butte Montmartre

In the heart of the hustle and bustle of Montmartre, not far from the Moulin Rouge, its bars and its nights, is the gourmet restaurant Les Tantes Jeanne. They eat inventive and refined cuisine that brilliantly renews the habits of the neighborhood. → The decor Sober and elegant. Dark tones dominate, plush and warm materials match with deep lights that create an intimate atmosphere conducive to long evenings and secret conversations ... A refined and welcoming setting. → The plate The conductor OCTAVE KASAKOLU the orchestra with an undeniable talent. His inspiration is French, with oriental or exotic touches, in spikes. The plates are skillfully set, and the tastes of an exactitude that is rarely found. Two huge dishes particularly marked our tasting: the Saint Jacques and its lemon caviar, as a starter, and the Kobe beef, quite simply exceptional. ♥ Our favorite The service of the big houses. Sustained but non-intrusive attention throughout the meal, a sense of the profession that can be felt in the inflections of the voice and ...

Already cult: the Christophe Robin skincare routine

Another stroke of genius from colorist-star Christophe Robin. He tackles, not without courage, one of the biggest challenges of all hair: the lack of volume. With a range of care products dedicated to fine hair, which includes a volumizing cleansing paste with pure rassoul and rose extracts, Christophe Robin fulfills the dream of more than one woman. Texture, volume, movement, density… it's all there. ◊ Rassoul and Rose The new recruit is a shampoo based on rassoul and rose... This response to the lack of density did not fall from the sky, but from Morocco: Christophe Robin was inspired by a traditional ingredient, the Rasul. In this country where hair care is a sinecure, Rassoul has always been intended to treat and reveal the beauty of hair. Gathered in this innovative formula, Rassoul is responsible for absorbing impurities and giving strength and resistance to the hair, while the rose hydrates and soothes. ◊ Volume and tradition The volumizing cleansing paste with pure Rassoul and extracts...

Get ready for a dream weekend in Marrakech…

HOTEL TIGMIZA MARRAKECH ◊ Where? This luxury boutique hotel is ideally located in the heart of the Palmeraie, in the popular district of Bab Atlas, from which you can discover all the richness of Marrakech. ◊ What atmosphere? This atypical establishment, a tasty blend of tradition and elegance, offers calm, refinement and above all that convivial luxury that corresponds to the image of the city. Built like a riad, this 5-star hotel is made up of three distinct living areas, which meet the requirements of each of their guests. Thus, the Kasbah, located in the central part, offers 10 suites with a unique and original design, decorated according to precious objects found in the four corners of the world. Near the swimming pool, the Bambouseraie houses 3 private pavilions with terraces, while the Village offers 14 villas with earthen facades, reflecting the Berber tradition, all with a terrace and a private swimming pool. ◊ What do we eat? The journey continues at the La Salle à Manger restaurant, which serves semi-gourmet cuisine with influences from around the world. The Restaurant Lallati allows you to discover traditional Moroccan dishes. Finally, the restaurant of the Colosseum – a set of spaces and …