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.
After a total facelift, the prestigious Maison de Beauté Carita has reopened its doors and now hosts a restaurant within its walls with Chef Amandine Chaignot at the helm. Introducing Rosy, a black-and-white setting designed by Studio REV, where elegance has found its place in the decor and on a menu proposing healthy, gourmet dishes from lunch to tea-time. A special mention for adorable “petits choux” for fingertip snacking. Rosy, Maison de Beauté Carita, 11, rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris 8. (01 44 94 11 11).
To celebrate his 10th anniversary, Pastry Chef Christophe Adam has opened his first coffee shop at the heart of the 2nd arrondissement. For those with a sweet tooth, exquisite pastries, voluptuous “viennoiseries”, plus savoury treats, all going beyond the concept of the éclairs accounting for the chef’s renown. High-end coffees and teas accompany your break, while a grocery corner gives precedence to chocolate : bars, candies, cookies and irresistible marshmallow Bears to take home. L’éclair de Génie Café, 122 rue Montmartre, Paris 2. Ouvert du mardi au samedi de 8h30 à 19h.
Now become a Japanese delicacy adored by Parisians, the sando attains excellence at Yakuza Katsu Sando & Coffee. Made as per the rules of art the with ultra-soft bread, we owe these delightful little sandwiches to Franco-Japanese Chef Walter Ishizuka (ex The Hoxton Paris). As for garnishings, the recipes give priority to top-notch ingredients : perfectly matured Wagyu beef, Scottish salmon, farm-raised chicken... Plus sugary versions with hazelnut chocolate or black sesame flavouring. Stylish ! Yakuza Katsu Sando & Coffee, 3/5 rue des Quatre Vents, Paris 6. Sur place ou à emporter, de 12h à 22h du mardi au samedi.
Tucked away at the heart of town in the historic Villa Rocamare, this new shrine to well-being plays host to a Spa of 1,000 m² with a team of experts proposing the latest techniques for care treatments (Hydrafacial, Helight Pro, Icoone...), together with a fitness area and dietetic restaurant. Cannes. 2, rue Brougham, Square Mistral. www.hotelbelleplage.fr
At the foot of Notre Dame de la Garde, La Bonne Mer is first and foremost the tale of four friends with a passion for the finest products offered by the Mediterranean : fish, seafood and shell-fish. Both a fishmonger and a restaurant, this address serves wonderful platters of seafood, as well as the catch of the day, cooked with intuitive talent. Marseille 6e. 13, rue Fort du Sanctuaire Vauban. www.labonnemer.fr
Created by the Head Barman in this palatial hotel in Monaco to help collect funds for Reforest’Action, an enterprise whose mission is to preserve, restore and create forests, Rain Forest and Green Forest cocktails are to be discovered in the Metropole’s elegant Lobby Bar. Monaco. 4, avenue de la Madone. www.metropole.com
Nestling at the end of the little Rue Florian in Cannes, Mido has been decorated by interior architect Samy Chams in charming shades of green (“Midori” meaning “green” in Japanese). An invitation to travel to several continents, this refined new restaurant proposes gastronomic cuisine with the flavours of Japan and South America, concocted by Christopher Brugnaux and sushi chef Han Nguyen. Cannes. 5, rue Florian. www.lamomegroupe.com
Cosiness and elegance in perfect stylistic harmony characterize this new restaurant seating 50 guests and directed by Pierre Baldelli. In the kitchens, Chef Stéphane Goudé prepares fine French cuisine and a few international dishes. A plush address promising a memorable gastronomic experience. Monaco. 4, avenue de la Madone. (00 377 99 92 07 92)
An iconic, insider address on Avenue Junot, the enchanting Hôtel Particulier has been treated to new decor with architect Pierre Lacroix at the helm. Redecorated throughout, the five suites in this noble building are now even more enticing. And in the restaurant Le Grand Salon, a new menu gives a place of honour to bourgeois cuisine, tasty and comforting, sheer delight for refined palates (“foie gras” from Le Périgord, “sole meunière”...). A special mention for the divine vanilla millefeuille. Hôtel Particulier, 23 avenue Junot, Paris 18 (01 53 41 81 40).
When 2-star Bruno Vergus supervises a restaurant’s menu, the address immediately joins the most desirable top tables. It is now Cavalieri in the chic 16th arrondissement that expresses its joy of living and its love of large tablefuls of guests in decor blending Parisian chic with the colours of the South. Conjured up by brothers Kevin and Christian Stradaioli, the cuisine is an ode to enjoyment, fresh produce and all the bounty of the Mediterranean. A blissful experience for the senses, making us feel far from Paris... Cavalieri, 71 avenue Paul Doumer, Paris 16 (01 40 50 91 17). Ouvert 7j/7.
After Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Le Marais, La Maison du Mochi triples its offerings by making tempting Asian pastries available in the 17th arrondissement. Fans discover the delicate creations explaining its success and, an exclusive treat, the Mochi Sundae, offering an amazing play on textures and flavours. Yummi ! La maison du Mochi, 30 rue Legendre, Paris 17. Ouvert du mardi au samedi de 11h à 19h30 et le dimanche de 11h à 19h.
A new iconic address for Parisian Society at the top of the So/Paris hotel, Bonnie is undoubtedly this autumn’s most magnetic address. Fifteen floors above ground level, this simply extraordinary view encompasses the capital, its landmarks and the Seine in an unprecedented panorama. Thanks to the talent of Jordane Arrivetz of the Notoire agency, the atmosphere takes on a cosmic allure tinted with psychedelic accents and plunging guests into an envelopping cocoon of real comfort. As for cuisine, we rediscover the chic brasserie spirit so dear to Parisian Society with a place of honour reserved for fine cuts of meat. And one floor higher, from Thursday evenings, Bonnie opens the doors to its club resounding to the electro-disco rhythm of the 60’s-70’s : a Studio 54 ambiance ! Bonnie, 10 rue Aggripa d’Aubigné, Paris 4 (01 78 90 74 74). Ouvert 7j/7.
Including doughnuts as part of gastronomic nobility is the challenge taken up by pastry chef Raamin Samiyi, formerly of the star-rated Pilgrim, who has endowed this iconic American treat with real elegance. At Momzi, doughnuts are made on the spot from the finest ingredients. The recipe ? Brioche dough with light, natural yeast like a little cloud, dipped in coconut oil before being carefully hand-glazed. On the menu, two seasonal and four permanent versions including the intense “Mother of Yuzu” and voluptuous “Mother of Bourbon”, filled with hazelnut and cashew nut pastry cream. Irresistible ! Momzi, 1 rue Cherubini, Paris 2e. Ouvert du mercredi au dimanche de 12h30 à 19h30
Built in 2021 on the banks of La Siagne in Mandelieu, the Ilot du Golf Hotel has given its restaurant, Le K, a new identity. Chef Raffaele Fontana orchestrates the cuisine in this cosy, riverside address. His dishes confirm his mastery of cooking techniques and a fondness for combining different cultures. The menu thus takes guests from one continent to the next. Mandelieu-la-Napoule. 681, avenue de la mer. (04 22 46 19 04)
This secret new hideaway at the heart of the National Park of Les Alpilles, a few minutes from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, is an invitation to a break in the midst of nature. Nestling in 12.35 acres of grounds, this “mas” of 250 m² has retained all the charm of yesteryear. Guests enjoy restfulness and savour cuisine featuring vegetables from the market garden. Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. www.lemasdecinqsous.fr
Bearing withness to the Golden Age of Cap d’Antibes, the 1932 Hôtel & Spa - M Gallery recaptures the French Riviera’s richest hours. Within walls steeped in history, interior architect Laurent Maugoust and artistic director Cécile Chenais propose a contemporary interpretation of the Art Deco style. Open year-round, this new hotel plays host to an elegant bar and a roof-top restaurant offering flavours from Spain to Italy. Antibes. 5, avenue Saramartel. (04 92 93 54 54)
Christophe Schmitt, Chef at Le Faventia - the gastronomic restaurant at the 5-star Terre Blanche Spa Golf Resort -, has retweaked the legendary Provençal “bouillabaisse”. Red mullet, John Dory, squid, reduced fish soup and iodized sabayon comprise the ingredients of this succulent and very esthetic “bouillabaisse”, the star dish of the season. Tourrettes. 3 100 Route de Bagnols-en-Forêt. (04 94 39 90 00)
Orchestrated by architect Pierre-Yves Rochon, the Martinez Hotel’s renovation project is on-going. A peaceful haven with plantlife protected from prying eyes has just been revealed : L’Oasis du Martinez. This quiet retreat houses a full array of regenerating activities to encourage self-care : a Carita spa, a gym, lap pool, and the Oasis Bar proposing many healthy drinks, invigorating, detoxifying or rejuvenating. Cannes. 73, boulevard de la Croisette. (04 93 90 12 34)
Facing the meandering Seine, in the Domaine de la Corniche hotel just 15 minutes from Giverny, this little corner of paradise offers an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Manning the ovens, Chef Gaëtan Perulli, committed to a sustainable and responsible approach, focuses on fine local produce and offers precise cuisine with distinctive flavours. Opt for the surprise menu with 5 or 7 courses and be sure not to miss the chariot of sugary marshmallows that end this delightful treat for the tastebuds in true gourmet style. Le Panoramique au Domaine de la Corniche, 5 route de la Corniche, 78270 Rolleboise (01 30 93 20 00).
A real institution, the bistro Au Petit Riche, open since 1854, remains true to its fundamental values while sending a new breeze wafting through its menu, enriching it with new gastronomic recipes, more contemporary and reflecting the seasons : pan-fried monkfish with curcuma, truffle “croque-monsieur”, casserole-baked vegetables… To quench your thirst, some 300 references in the cellar, with one of the capital’s finest lists of wines from the Loire Valley. Much appreciated : the intimate little lounge hidden behind the bar, with royal blue velvet benchseats, and the pretty terrace running along the wooden facade. Au Petit Riche, 25 rue Le Peletier, Paris 9 (01 47 70 68 68).
