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.
The worlds of business, the cinema and politics have long been fans of this refined address unfurling a magnificent main dining-room in the colours of Murano, and three discreet salons. At the helm, we find Franck Potier-Sodaro, a talented sommelier, with chefs Vincent Gutirrez and Pascal Staderoli who orchestrate high-flying cuisine, creative and eco-friendly, featuring fabulous Rigatoni with roast Homard and the “Gigantesco’’ dessert with vanilla ice-cream, meringue and nougatine. All accompanied by enticing wines and warm, attentive service. Sormani, 4 rue Général Lanrezac, Paris 17e. (01 43 80 13 91). Ouvert du lundi au vendredi midi et soir.
Set your sights on Cuba in this new address making a buzz in the 9th arrondissement ! Conducting the orchestra in this setting unlike any other, Reinaldo Lorenzo Veloz presents the best of Cuban culture in both dishes and glasses. A special mention for the sublime bar with its spectacular library running the length of the walls, and its special atmosphere in which time seems to stand still. Manigua, 7 rue Choron, Paris 9. (01 40 35 02 91). Ouvert du lundi au samedi de 8h à 2h.
An encounter between Eric Kayser, ambassador of the art of bakery, and Déboland, artistic director and designer of concepts, has given rise to Baguett, a charming address overthrowing the codes of the traditional “boulangerie”. This colourful address enchants young and old alike with an array of munchy treats delighting the eyes and tastebuds : a baguette with rose pralines, a sandwich loaf with strawberry, a teddybear cheesecake, birthday cake… Plus a boutique corner in which you will find fragarant candles, a cap, apron, and bags in Baguett colours. Irresistible ! Baguett, 33 avenue Coquillière, Paris 1er. (01 42 36 59 79). Ouvert du lundi au samedi de 7h à 20h.
Designed by the Louis Morgan studio, this venue at the heart of Le Sentier stands out for its vibrant decor. In a surface area of over 300 m2, Red Katz proposes a spectacular bar, a vast dining-room beneath a high glass roof, and a theatre-like basement with three salons decked out in striking stylishness. In the dishes, Chinese cuisine blending tradition and modernity in soulful fusion. As a bonus, excellent cocktails and a joyful ambiance. Paris 2. Ouvert tous les jours de 12h à 14h30 et de 19h à 23h, jusqu’à 2h les week-ends.
A new address for vegetarians, Mannie is the delightful canteen of the moment to be discovered without fail. Run by a duo of committed young restaurateurs, Cannelle Brenelière and Maxime Rieuf, this spot decorated by the W Design agency shares its love of vegetables and colour. Must-have proposals of street food (Crispy Summer burger with breaded aubergine, mozza and pesto), high-vitamin salads, and the sheer bliss of a melting cookie with dark chocolate and “fleur de sel”. Mannie, 32 rue Coquillière Paris 1er. Ouvert du lundi au samedi de 12h à 14h30 et de 19h à 22h30.
With Chef Ilane Tinchant at the helm, L’Oursin is the gastronomic restaurant of the Hôtel Bleu anchored in the harbour of Carry-le-Rouet. Focusing on the bounty of the sea, this fine address offers generous cuisine paying tribute to each season and local fishing. Carry-le-Rouet. 1, boulevard des Moulins. www.hotelbleucarry.com
Reinterpreting the codes of chic bistro cuisine by adding cosmopolitan touches, Le Petit BeefBar offers a creative menu featuring the exceptional meat from all around the world which has built its renown. The menu sees itself as creative with recipes smoothly concocted by Executive Chef Thierry Paludetto and on-the-spot chef, Yann Delion. Nice. 11, rue Saint François de Paule.
Signed Jean Imbert, the new Sunday brunch at Le Martinez in Cannes revolves around a culinary spectacle in buffet style, brimming with flavours and colour. Choose from bakery classics, the shucking bench, raw high-vitamin vegetables, a cold meat stall, platters of cheese, always accompanied by the Chef’s surprise offering of original creations. Cannes. 73, boulevard de la Croisette. (04 93 90 12 34)
For this new address on the Port of Monaco, star-rated Chef Sébastien Sanjou has placed his expertise in Provençal cuisine at the service of a congenial, modern vision. In the wake of Marius Biarritz, Marius Monaco promises immersion in southern aromas in iconic dishes such as “aïoli”. Monaco. 6, Quai Antoine 1er. (www.mariusmonaco.com)
This month, the French Maison Albar collection of 5-star boutique hotels is launching its latest address at the heart of Nice. Proposing 132 rooms and suites, a spa of 600 m2, a restaurant (Le Taulissa) and a roof-top bar signed by 3-star Chef Glenn Viel, the hotel is designed as a luxurious getaway dedicated to hedonism. Nice. 6, avenue de Suède. www.maison-albar-hotels.com
This Genoese institution which has welcomed all the Popes since it opened in 1939 has treated itself to a Parisian replica at the very heart of the 8th arrondissement. We owe this fine initiative to Riccardo Giraudi, the restaurant owner behind the Beefbars, who has decked out the setting in chic taste with velvet, woodwork and marble. In the dishes, ultra-premium ingredients and pasta to die for, including the legendary “Mandili al pesto di Zeffirino”, prepared on the spot before your very eyes. Divine ! Zeffirino, 9-11 rue Marbeuf, Paris 8. (01 84 21 09 19). Ouvert tous les jours.
Crowned a few weeks ago as the “Best Restaurant -Bar 2024” in “Tales of Cocktails”, the Danico bar nestling at the rear of the Italian Daroco Bourse restaurant invites fans of cocktails and curious explorers of flavours to sample a variety of cocktails inspired by the fragrances of India. On the menu, unprecedented creations like as many postcards of the tribulations of globe-shaker Nico de Soto. Clients melt for the silky texture of the ‘’Psychedelic Lassi’’, a blend of Bacardi Ocho rum infused with fenugreek, kaffir leaves, coconut yoghurt, mango, and lassi tea syrup with mango. Danico, 6 rue Vivienne, Paris 2. Ouvert tous les jours de 18h à 2h. www.daroco.fr
Set in the Faubourgs neighbourhood, this address pairs Art Nouveau esthetics with lyrical decor designed by architect Jessica Mille. On the menu, Adela gives precedence to fresh pasta made on the premises as per the rules of the art and presented in mouthwatering recipes : “tagliatelle al funghi”, “agnolotti cacio e pepe”, “pappardelle al ragù”… Not to be missed while waiting for the main course, a sublime whipped ricotta with Espelette pimento and lemon zest. Adela, 20 rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, Paris 10. www.adela-pasta.com
For the “Paris Paris” exhibition (until October 20th), Cravan, the cultivated cocktail bar in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, is taking up its quarters on the 2nd floor of Le Bon Marché. The chance to discover cocktails in ready-to-serve bottles such as Le Boulevardier or Le Negroni, but also a selection of Cravon items including sublime glasses by designer Ramy Fischler. So chic ! Jusqu’au 20 octobre, Pop-up Cravan au Bon Marché, 24 rue de Sèvres, Paris 7.
Decorated by the Depict studio of architecture, this quirky “troquet” has everything to please. Guests treat themselves to traditional homemade cuisine orchestrated by the talented chef Matteo Renzi who celebrates top-notch products in each dish : chicken terrine, frogs’ legs, “blanquette de veau”… And above all, they play ! For this is precisely what Hasard is all about : at table or at the counter, you can try your luck with scratch cards or in the prize draw ! Hasard, 7 rue de l’Isly, Paris 8. Ouvert du lundi au vendredi de 10h à 23h30.
Open every night from 7.30 p.m. to 3 a.m., the Gioia restaurant offers decor inspired by the Amalfi coast on the legendary port of Saint-Tropez. Blending a Dolce Vita ambiance with contemporary touches, the decor offers a warm setting both inside and on the terrace with its garland lighting. On the menu, the chef proposes elegant Mediterranean cuisine : blue lobster with sublime coral butter and basil, wild seabass with green tomatoes and lemon thyme, octopus “alla Brace” accompanied by pistachios from Sicily... Saint-Tropez. 1 Quai de l’Epi. (04 94 17 48 47)
Orchestrated by the famous firm of architecture of Caprini & Pellerin in Cannes, the ambitious restoration programme for the legendary Palm Beach has come to an end after five years of work. Dating back to 1928, this incomparable building on the seafront in Cannes now plays host to a restaurant, La Petite Maison, a casino, the Jean-Paul Members’ Bar, an Olympic seawater pool, luxury boutiques (Dior, Pucci & Loro Piana), VIP clubs, a private beach, and a gym & spa. Merging well-preserved history with a new contemporary identity, the Palm Beach offers exclusiveness and 5-star service. A legend reborn... Cannes. Place Franklin Roosevelt. (04 28 70 18 01)
Until September 30th, Canua Island will sail just off the Gulf of Mandelieu La Napoule, offering a unique experience in the midst of the Mediterranean Sea. Accommodating up to 350 guests, this trimaran of 1,750 m2 on two floors has been transformed into a beach club restaurant set around a pool. We owe this original project to two passionate fans of the sea : Olympian Marc Audineau, World N°1 in dinghy sailing, and Tony Philippe, World Windsurfing Champion 13 times over. Embarquement à Cannes. www.canua-island.com
A majestic 5-star hotel on the seafront of Cassis, L’Hôtel Les Roches Blanches reinvents its gastronomy in two distinctive new experiences : “Les Petites Canailles” for lunch and “Les Belles Canailles” for dinner. The cuisine of Chef Nicolas Sintes pays tribute to tasty, light dishes based on authentic fresh produce from the Mediterranean. To round off the meal, Pastry Chef Valentin Fabry proposes great classics expertly retweaked. Cassis. 9, avenue des Calanques. (04 42 01 01 05)
This year, the famous hotel on the Promenade des Anglais in Nice is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Enjoying a breathtaking view of the sea bathed in sunlight, the Rooftop La Terrasse restaurant proposes a lunchtime and evening menu awarding a place of honour to seafood and marvels of the Mediterranean. Sheer enchantment ! Nice. 1 Promenade des Anglais. (04 97 03 40 00)