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.
Tucked away in the gardens of the Apicius restaurant and run by Mathieu Pacaud, Laurent de Gourcuff and Paris Society, this highly bucolic spot offers an unsuspected digression at the heart of the 8th arrondissement. Congrats to architect Hugo Toro (Gigi, Hôtel de la Minerve) for his ultra-romantic decor inspired by the loveliest addresses in Rome. The magic continues in dishes offering sun-blessed cuisine by Chef Mathieu Pacaud who reinterprets Mediterranean flavours with great flair, underscored by freshness and seasonings to which he holds the secret. Superb. Riviera Paris, 20 rue d’Artois, Paris 8 (07 72 43 83 92). Ouvert du mardi au samedi de 12h à 15h et de 19h à 2h.
Second time around for the group Brasserie à la Mode ! Following the success of Brasserie Rosie in the Bastille neighbourhood, Juliette Cerdan and Kevin Caradeuc double up with this address on the Grands Boulevards. Immediate boarding for the Atlantic coast in this bright spot clad in a palette of high-vitamin colours, graphic design and items recalling the beach and surfing. In perfect harmony with the cuisine of Chef Xavier Blanc and Pastry Chef Geremy Ramdani, paying tribute to the marine delicacies and treasures of the Basque country. Brasserie Rosie Lou, 31 Boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, Paris 2 (01 42 36 00 20).
A stone’s throw from Pigalle, the burger is attired in its smartest sequined costume and proves to be more gourmet than ever. So what’s new ? At Disco Burgers, you savour toasted bread, very “briochey” and flattened so that nothing escapes ! Inside, well-sourced ingredients and lots of creativity. High marks for “Kool & the Lamb” with shredded shoulder of lamb and yoghurt lemon/mint sauce. Disco Burgers, 26 rue de Douai, Paris 9. Ouvert du mardi au dimanche de 12h à 22h.
Philippe Conticini and Jeffrey Cagnes add enchantment to summer with their delicious, sugary suggestions at the aptly named “Terrasse”, nestling in the shade of chestnut trees on the lovely Place Dauphine. At all times of day, yield to temptation with signature pastries by these two renowned chefs, proposing a selection of their iconic creations to relish on the spot. La Terrasse, 27 place Dauphine, Paris 1er. Ouvert tous les jours de 9h à 20h.
Each summer for the past five years, Le Fouquet’s has given its Marta rooftop terrace a new look. This year, direction Miami Beach, with ‘seventies decor in soft tangy colours. On the menu, Pop cocktails such as “Only Good Vibes” based on tequila bianco, lemon juice, raspberry purée and bubblegum syrup. Along with dainty treats to spoil gourmet appetites : tarama with Bellota Bellota lobster, creamy “burrata” with tomato jam, smoked salmon heart... Not forgetting DJ sets entrusted with raising the temperature all evening long. Yeah ! Le Marta, 46 avenue George V, Paris 8 (01 40 69 60 85). Ouvert du mercredi au samedi de 17h30 à 1h.
The venerable Veuve Clicquot Maison de Champagne and the palatial Hermitage Monte-Carlo have just inaugurated a remarkable lounge inspired by the “Belle Époque”. Until October, guests can relax on loungers, enjoy lunch in Clicquot colours, and discover the Icons Pop-up presenting exclusive and iconic boxed sets. Monaco. Square Beaumarchais. (+ 377 98 06 40 00)
Nestling in the bay of La Petite Afrique in Beaulieu, this new seaside address, created by Hugo Lloris and his prestigious associates, offers a get-away-from-it-all atmosphere somewhere between Indonesia and the Mediterranean. The beach offers comfortable sun-loungers and double beds, while the menu composed by Chef Jean-Philippe Blondet (3-star Dorchester London) and executed with maestria by Mehdi Aroua explores tasty cuisine giving credit to the Mediterranean terroir. Beaulieu-sur-Mer. Plage Petite Afrique. 15, boulevard d’Alsace Lorraine. www.lajavanaise.com
This summer, Gucci has installed its Florentine café and cocktail bar in Ceto, the prestigious, star-rated bar-restaurant of the Maybourne Riviera in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. Unfurling the world of Gucci, Martina Bonci, head mixologist at Giardino 25, proposes 11 signature cocktails in tastefully designed decor paired with a breathtaking view. Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. 1 551, Route de la Turbie. (04 93 37 50 00)
Ideally located at the foot of the legendary 5-star Palais de la Méditerranée hotel on the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, Bocca Mar proposes very enticing dining in chic but laid-back decor blending wood and woven wickerwork. Here, sharing is the key word. Guests are treated to a plethora of delicious tapas, grilled fish straight from the morning’s catch, tender meat “à la plancha”... In the evening, you can dance at the water’s edge, late into the night. Open year-round, this address is unquestionably the Riviera’s new hotspot. Nice. 15, promenade des Anglais. www.boccamar.com
On the famous Place des Lices, Maison Revka’s second address in Saint-Tropez is tucked away in a beautiful garden. In this bucolic setting, guests discover absolute musts on a Parisian menu : smoked salmon, “coulibiac”, linguine with caviar, together with new seasonal offerings such as sea-bass tartare, potato millefeuilles with caviar, King Crab salad... Saint-Tropez. Place des Lices - 17, place du XVe corps. www.maisonrevka.com
After treating the Right Bank to the Brasseries Bellanger, Dubillot and Martin, the “Nouvelle Garde” group has crossed over to the Left Bank and launched its fourth address in the midst of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Everything that contributed to the success of the three other brasseries is to be found here, with an extra dose of chic for the decor and a menu brimming with fish, such as a fine “sole meunière” and a selection of caviar from La Maison Sturia. Brasserie des Prés, 6 Cour du Commerce Saint-André, Paris 6. (01 42 03 21 10) www.nouvellegardegroupe.com
The 5-star Hôtel Raphael has made a big comeback, unveiling this season its sublime rooftop restaurant designed as a duo with the Moma Group (Mimosa, Lapérouse). Head for the roof in a scenic elevator and discover this sunny terrace offering one of the most jaw-dropping head-to-heads with the Eiffel Tower. Staged by designer Alexis Mabille, this ultra-chic getaway extends its Mediterranean style to a menu paying tribute to iconic recipes from Italy and the South of France. A breath of fresh air ! Hôtel Raphael Paris, 17 avenue Kléber, Paris 16. Ouvert tous les jours en continu de 12h à 23h. www.raphael-hotel.com
Treat yourself to these ice lollies from La Maison du Chocolat, both smooth and intense ! Made by the duo Nicolas Cloiseau, chef at La Maison du Chocolat, and MOF ice-cream maker David Wesmaël, these frozen gems in three flavours include ultra-delicious hazelnut chocolate/caramel and milk chocolate. Yield to temptation ! La Maison du Chocolat, 225 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris 8. (01 42 27 39 33).
The trendy Hôtel Hoxton embraces Italy and falls for the charms of the ‘’Dolce Vita’’… Head for its terrace unfurling all the fragrance of Sicily, with large wooden tables, striped parasols, aromatic plants and colourful tableware. On the menu, sun-blessed cuisine with enticing summery aromas : deep-fried courgette flowers, pasteque watermelon pastrami-style, rhubarb in pastry... To quench your thirst, six cocktails created in partnership with Italian liqueur producer, Italicus. Terrasse Mercatino au the Hoxton, 30-32 rue du Sentier, Paris 2. Ouverte de 12h à 15h et 18h à 22h30. www.thehoxton.com
The event of this summer at the Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo ? The launch of the gastronomic restaurant Les Ambassadeurs by star-rated Chef Christophe Cussac. Prolonging a splendid open kitchen, the dining-room has been decorated by Jacques Garcia and hosts a comfortable private lounge. The perfect atmosphere for discovering the sheer excellence of the Chef’s cuisine, and spectacular desserts conjured up by Pastry Chef Patrick Mesiano. Monaco. Hôtel Metropole. 4, avenue de la Madone. (+377 93 15 15 10)
Fusion cuisine has taken over at the 5-star hotel Le Kube in Saint-Tropez. Throughout the season, its Moloko restaurant proposes cuisine inspired by Asia and the Mediterranean, together with signature cocktails with a Japanese influence. All relished in an exceptional setting between lush vegetation and the turquoise sea. Gassin. Hôtel Kube. 13, chemin du Rogon de la Valette. (04 94 97 20 00)
Inside the 5-star Hôtel Renaissance in Aix-en-Provence, the Palm’s Pool Club has just opened with brand new decor recalling a Mediterranean beach. Every day from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., this refreshing oasis proposes a menu of refined tapas to be savoured poolside, along with delicious, creative cocktails, and seasonal cuisine proposed by Vincent Merly. Aix-en-Provence. 320, avenue Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. (04 86 91 55 02)
Or “Sous les Pins”, the name of the restaurant at the Maeght Foundation run by the star-rated team, Les Agitateurs de Nice. Every day, this address combining simplicity with gourmet poetry proposes a fresh lunchtime menu concocted by committed producers spreading the word about the terroir around Nice. A unique, 6-course gastronomic menu is proposed on Friday and Saturday evenings. Saint-Paul de Vence. Fondation Maeght. 623, Chemin des Gardettes. (04 93 32 45 96)
The beach restaurant of the Majestic in Cannes bears the signature of one of the stars of world gastronomy : Mauro Colagreco. This multi-star chef has imagined an inviting summer table where the finest meat and fish are cooked, grilled and simmered on embers and flames. The wood fire guarantees exquisite taste and flavours for each dish. Cannes. 10 boulevard de la Croisette. (04 92 98 77 00)
Decorated by interior architect Juliette Rubel, this new vegetarian spot is hypnotic for its play on mirrors and high-vitamin orange in liberal doses. In this feel-good address with a charming terrace, open non-stop all day long, clients come to savour the cuisine of chef Medhi Favri (ex-Chardenoux des Prés) who treats guests to little dishes, generous and laid-back, with no meat or fish, but surprising and uplifting. An option for gourmets consisting of homemade ice-creams is highly recommended! Maslow, 14 Quai de la Mégisserie, Paris 1er. Ouvert du lundi au dimanche de 8h30 à Minuit. www.maslow-group.com
