Luxurious, bewitching, inspiring, spell-binding… Our selection of addresses is aimed at pleasure and ideas ! From absolute essentials to wonderful surprises, new experiences to enjoy and share.
A new gastronomic project undertaken by Chef Jean Imbert at the Hôtel Martinez in Cannes, La Palme d’Or naturally awards a place of honour to top-notch cuisine but, above all, instinctive dishes with no complexes, based on the bounty of the sea. In the dining-room, where the entire team is clad in bespoke uniforms designed by Aimé Léon Dore, Jean Imbert presents an array of objects unearthed over many months, rather like a curiosity shop in the movies. Cannes. 73, bd de la Croisette. 04 93 90 12 34
Already acclaimed in Paris with four addresses - Petit Bao, Gros Bao, Bleu Bao and Bao Express -, the Bao Family has now launched its first restaurant in Marseille. Housed in the old Toinou institution, the Céline Chung and Billy Pham duo dreamt up decor for this setting of 350 m2 inspired by Shanghai with the help of the Neri&Hu studio. On three floors and crossed by an alley linking the two terraces, Gros Bao offers contemporary escapism for all fans of top-notch Chinese cuisine. Marseille 1er, 3 cours Saint-Louis. www.baofamily.co
On the Corniche de Marseille, the restaurant Les Bords de Mer has introduced its new Chef : Chester Tsai. Deeply influenced by his Asian roots and backed by an international career stretching from Paris to New York via London and Singapore, Chester Tsai draws on his childhood memories and multi-cultural DNA to create inventive, contemporary cuisine revisiting the terroirs of Provence. Marseille 7e. 52, Corniche John Fitzgerald Kennedy. (04 13 94 34 00)
Following extensive renovation, Nobu Monte-Carlo in the Hôtel Fairmont has just reopened its doors. The space has been redesigned to offer a more immersive experience, a harmonious blend of luxury and warmth. In the kitchen, the new Chef, Olivier Rinaldi, masters the flavours and techniques in dishes by the iconic Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, to enthrall the most discerning palates appreciative of high Asian gastronomy! Monaco. 12, avenue des Spéluges. +377 97 70 70 97
Following this winter’s success of the Airelles x Cédric Grolet partnership in Courchevel, it is being prolonged this summer in Saint-Tropez at Le Château de la Messardière. The Pastry Chef will unveil his signature creations along with exclusive new recipes. Visitors to Saint-Tropez will also rediscover a wide range of irresistible treats signed Cédric Grolet in the brand new Airelles x Cédric Grolet boutique at the heart of the village. Saint-Tropez. 2, route de Tahiti. (04 94 56 76 00)
Already at the helm of the gastronomic Ochre restaurant awarded a Michelin star, Chef Baptiste Renouard now unfurls his talent in this new bistro close to the market of Les Avelines in Saint-Cloud. A welcoming setting in warm colours, Sienne extends over two floors bathed in light and prolonged by a charming outdoor terrace. On the programme, convivial cuisine rooted in the French tradition while allowing itself modern audacities, favouring seasonal produce and giving priority to vegetables. Excellent from starters to desserts, with an exemplary “île flottante” by pastry chef Nicolas Innocenti rounding off this moment of unrepentant gourmandise with real panache. Sienne, 46 boulevard de la République, Saint-Cloud (01 86 04 07 48). www.restaurantsienne.fr
After welcoming over 560,000 customers, serving tens of thousands of “œufs mimosa” and “tartes Tatin” at Le Petit Bouillon Pharamond in Les Halles at the heart of Paris, Benjamin Moréel and Christopher Préchez have exported their winning concept to Lille. Within the walls of a legendary address, the oldest in town, they propose the same recipe as in Paris : a menu “100% grand’ma” tweaked with references to northern France, continuous service and a modest bill. A real treat ! Le Petit Bouillon Alcide, 5 rue des Débris Saint-Etienne, 59 800 Lille. (03 20 40 80 00). www.petitbouillonalcide.com
Not once, but twice, for Kevin Sebag and Michel Puech, who double down with this new spot in the 8th arrondissement. The new Slice Pizza Club opts for colour and an ambiance governed by Italo-disco at full volume. Clients treat themselves on site or as a takeaway to a one-off pizza with ultra-crisp pastry made by Chef Matteo di Benedetto. On the menu, five recipes with extras to spike your choice (cheesy sauce, hot honey, stracciatella). Plus desserts so USA : cookies, cheesecake and brownies. Slice Pizza Club, 24 rue de la Pépinière Paris 8. Ouvert du mardi au samedi de 12h à 23h.
The doors to one of the most long-awaited restaurants in spring 2024 are now open : welcome to The Public House ! The first Parisian address of Chef Calum Franklin, this elegant English pub is big and beautiful. In over 1,000 sqm on three floors, this non-standard venue with a spectacular bar, a winter garden, a playroom, and a festive basement has been entrusted to decorator Laura Gonzalez. On the menu, comforting and so British cuisine : Scotch Eggs, Crispy Pig’s Head, Fish and Chips, Salmon Fishcake, House Burger and, of course, the essential Pie, the English counterpart of the “tourte”, here proposed in four mouth-watering recipes, one with lobster. Along with diabolical desserts, divine cocktails and - you guessed it - beers ! The Public House, 21 rue Daunou, Paris 2 www.publichouseparis.fr
In the gourmet 9th arrondissement, this laid-back address cultivates a taste for authenticity in appealing, back-to-basics decor. At the helm, a couple united in their dream for a restaurant, Michelle Primc who has supervised five restaurants in Luxembourg, and her acolyte, Chef Jérémy Grosdidier, who won his spurs at Le Jules Vernes alongside Ducasse. Their credo ? Hyper-local produce, common sense, and real taste in bistronomic cuisine with head-spinning flavours, such as a knock-out mushroom tart and an Ice Cream sandwich with buckwheat honey, guaranteeing an unforgettable finale ! Pristine, 8 rue de Maubeuge, Paris 9 (09 55 67 47 54). www.pristineparis.com
In the Bompard neighbourhood in Marseille, Sabrina Guez proposes delicious desserts : a tart with two kinds of lemon, “castels”, or raspberry tart with orange blossom. You can now discover and treat yourself to her ice-creams and exquisite homemade sorbets with surprising flavours such as Mango-Bergamot, Passionfruit-Apricot, or the more classic Lemon-Basil and Strawberry-Verbena. Marseille 7e. 62, boulevard Bompard. (06 17 52 25).
The new venue at the palatial Carlton in Cannes, Rüya invites you to discover sophisticated cocktails and contemporary cuisine inspired by the colourful past of the Anatolian peninsula. Its glowing atmosphere is stamped with the spirit of sharing and conviviality. Cannes. 55, Boulevard de la Croisette. (04 93 06 42 00)
Loulou Pirate has opened its doors for the new season. This Parisian restaurant on the Tuileries Gardens has headed for the Riviera, pursuing its legend backed by the rocks, where guests can savour all the magic of its summery lifestyle at the water’s edge. Between Monaco and Menton, Loulou brings a legendary address back to life : Le Pirate, whose golden age was signed by Bardot, Sinatra, Johnny, and so many more, in the ‘sixties and ‘seventies. Imagine a vast fisherman’s cabin, open from lunchtime until late into the night, reached by car or private boat ! Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. 46, avenue Winston Churchill. (04 12 05 00 90)
On the roof-top terrace of the new Café de Paris Monte-Carlo on the legendary Place du Casino, Amazonico proposes a festive new experience for fans of gastronomy. On a trip along the banks of the Amazon, it offers immersion in the culture, ambiance and flavours of lands at the edge of the world’s largest river. On the programme : cocktails, creative cuisine, live performances and a private club, in breathtaking decor ! Monaco. Place du Casino. (00 377 98 06 14 14)
The gastronomic restaurant of the new 5-star hotel within the walls of the historic Château de Théoule, and the first Maison Millésime on the Riviera, Le Mareluna occupies 135 sqm accommodating 30 guests indoors, 40 outdoors. Each evening, from Tuesday to Saturday, Chef Francesco Fezza sets his signature to the most refined culinary experience, influenced by his Italian roots while incorporating regional flavours. Théoule-sur-Mer. 55, avenue de Lérins. (04 22 46 03 45)
Talent on the menu ! After taking up the 2023 residency at Les Petites Mains, training with Pierre Gagnaire in London and Thomas Keller in New York, Chef Geoffrey Lengagne has taken off by launching his first restaurant solo. A staunch defender of sincere cuisine, he pairs good food with good drinks at Brion, proposing market-fresh cuisine both generous, demanding and highly praiseworthy. An address to fall for. Brion, 17 rue Lamartine, Paris 9. www.brion-restaurant.fr
The Hôtel Raphael has been reinvented with the opening of its new restaurant, Le Boudoir. At the helm, star-rated Chef Akrame has set his signature to the menu, offering audacious cuisine revisiting classics with elegance : Burger, “vol au vent”, frogs’ legs… In charge of the decor, renowned designer Cordélia de Castellane has added her dreamy touch to this setting between past and present, featuring oversized flowers and shimmering colours. Exquisitely stylish. Restaurant Le Boudoir, Hôtel Raphael Paris, 17 avenue Kléber, Paris 16 (01 53 64 32 30).
The creator of bespoke coffee, Momus has already given “carte blanche” to several personalities. It has now entrusted Sarah Andelman, head of the publishing house “Just an Idea Books” and on the occasion of the “Mise en Page” exhibition at Le Bon Marché, with creating her coffee. “Just a coffee” is a rare variety which stands out for its delicate aromas of bergamot and jasmine. To be enjoyed at Le Bon Marché and Momus, and taken home in its simple blue packaging. Momus, 44 rue des Martyrs, Paris 9. www.momus-paris.com
A second star for Le Jules Verne and a first in the gastronomic history of the Eiffel Tower. This much-deserved award recognizes the talent and work of Frédéric Anton, his Chef de cuisine Kevin Garcia and their teams who, since 2019, have composed an exceptional score in this iconic setting in the capital. Beauty and bounty are relished here thanks to noble ingredients including a remarkable Crab, revisited with a Zéphir de Pomme Granny. Sublime. Le Jules Vernes, 2e étage de la Tour Eiffel, avenue Gustave Eiffel, Paris 7. www.restaurants-toureiffel.com com
To celebrate its quarter century, the restaurant Zo has treated itself to new decor signed Gilles Tombeur, attesting to its cosmopolitan identity with a touch of subtle exoticism. Furthermore, it has welcomed a new chef, Thibaut Moine, to man its ovens, formerly of La Tour d’Argent and Pré Catelan. As a duo with sushi master Yue, he proposes Mediterranean cuisine focusing on ultra-freshness. And to quench your thirst, head for the bar with its expertly shaken cocktails ! Restaurant Zo, 13 rue Montalivet, Paris 8 (01 42 65 18 18). www.restaurantzo.com
