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 great Iron Lady that sets the eyes of millions of visitors sparkling each year has opened the doors to its new restaurant. On the first floor of the Eiffel Tower, at a height of 57 metres, the chic Madame Brasserie bears the signatures of designer Ramy Fischler and architect Nicola Delon. In keeping with principles advocated by star-rated chef Thierry Marx, at the helm in the kitchens, the setting opts for sobriety and natural materials such as cork and terra-cotta. On the menu, creative, refined French cuisine targetting enjoyment, and paired with an unimpeded view of Paris. Magical ! Madame Brasserie, 1er étage de la Tour Eiffel, Paris 7. www.madamebrasserie.com
With roots in Amelia in the region of Umbria, this little chunk of Italy is nothing other than the family pastry shop of actor Terence Hill. Duplicated in Paris, Girotti conquers hearts and gourmets with its fabulous, 100% natural ice-creams made in the most classic tradition. On the menu, a cult pistachio adored by Mister Terence, and surprising salty ice-creams to accompany certain dishes. Girotti, 120 boulevard Raspail, Paris 6. 01 43 35 34 30.
Already running almost a dozen restaurants in the world, the Spanish Salvaje brand has introduced its successful concept within the walls of the Hôtel du Collectionneur. Exuberant decor, an incandescent ambiance, and matching cuisine signed by chef Fermin Azkue, who offers a blend of flavours from Japan, the Mediterranean and Latin America. In charge of the shaker, a world-class name, barman Borja Goikoetxea conjures up extravagant cocktails in tune with the dishes. All in all, simply explosive ! Salvaje Paris, Hôtel du Collectionneur, 51-57 rue de Courcelles, Paris 8. (01 58 36 67 16).
The youngest star-rated chef in France has taken up her quarters until September 30th on the roof-top terrace of Le Radisson Blu in Nice for the hotel’s 25th anniversary. Inside the restaurant, called “Calade by Julia Sedefjian” for the occasion, this Parisian Chef (born in Nice) has orchestrated a menu with resident chef David Rodriguez, dedicated to Riviera tastes and flavours and served at lunch and dinner time, Wednesday to Sunday. La Calade, 223 Promenade des Anglais, Nice (04 97 177 177).
Twenty years ago, entrepreneur Jack Penrod presented the first concept in Europe of a luxury beach club. To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Nikki Beach is staging “remix” sessions every Friday throughout the summer, paying tribute to star DJs of the past two decades, from Bob Sinclar to David Guetta and Martin Solveig, along-with dinners beneath the stars, a Dom Pérignon lounge, and pop-ups proposing international brands and young designers. Nikki Beach, 1093 chemin de l’EPI, Ramatuelle (04 94 79 82 04).
The French group Millésime has just inaugurated La Plage Blanche at the Château de Théoule. In a stunning location facing the Bay of Cannes, this new seaside address has been fully renovated, with white as its central theme. It plays host to a restaurant for 100 guests, a lounge-bar, 120 sun mattressess, a beach boutique and a well-being area. Plage Blanche, 55 avenue de Lérins. Promenade de la Darse, Théoule-sur-Mer. (06 01 58 32 07).
The only star-rated Japanese restaurant on the Côte d’Azur, Yoshi takes up its summer quarters around the Odyssey pool with decor designed by Karl Lagerfeld, within the Metropole Hotel in Monaco. On the programme, a delicate Japanese menu proposed by Chef Takeo Yamazaki, to be relished along with exceptional sakés and green teas. Yoshi, 4 avenue de la Madone, Monaco. (00 377 93 15 13 13)
An iconic restaurant on the Sentier du Littoral in Cap d’Ail, right next to Monaco, La Pinède has re-invented itself, with a new team. The decor has also changed completely, thanks to the talent of the Bleu Gris interior design agency in Nice, giving a retro-chic look to this former fisherman’s hut with six terraces overlooking the Mediterranean. La Pinède, 10 avenue Raymond Gramaglia. Cap d’Ail (04 93 78 73 78)
Like a phantasmagorical jungle, the Titi Palacio on the 1st floor of the lifestyle hotel “The People Paris Marais” is a sight for sore eyes ! On the menu, a 40-metre bar, the longest in Paris, with zellige tiles and green marble, an indoor “guinguette” seating 200 guests with a café atmosphere by day, bar/pub by night, a restaurant in bistronomic style, half-green, half- yummy, headed up by Lisa Desforges (ex-L’Ami Jean), and a patio-terrace basking in light. All against a backcloth of DJ sets, concerts and special theme evenings, orchestrating a festive spirit with coolness and flair. Titi Palacio, 17, boulevard Morland, Paris 4. www.titipalacio.com
After launching their Levantine bakery in 2020, Sarah and Emmanuel Murat are doubling up with their Babka Zana bakery/coffee-shop proposing treats a stone’s throw from the Place des Vosges. Clients come looking for its fetish products, can also take a seat, taking time out for a leisurely breakfast (addictive oriental granola), a well-deserved pause at noon (hallah sandwiches, vegetarian salads) or a timeless tea-time discovering Ghriba in particular, small biscuits made of chickpea flour and cinnamon, irresistible almond “croquants” or the knock-out pistachio and orange-blossom “Tropézana”. Babka Zana, 8, rue du Pas de la Mule Paris 4. Du mardi au samedi de 8h à 18h30 / dimanche de 8h30 à 18h.
On Quai de Tournelle, facing the Boulangerie de la Tour, Le Triporteur is back to enchant the summer. This year the assignment has been entrusted to David Wesmaël, “Meilleur Ouvrier de France Glacier” and founder of the ice-cream parlour. In the containers, an enticing selection of ice-creams and sorbets to relish in tubs or cornets, accompanied by gourmet toppings. All the flavours are there : raspberry, hazelnut chocolate, vanilla, strawberry and, our favourite, irresistible nougat with honey. Le Triporteur du Boulanger de la Tour, 2 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine, Paris 5. Ouvert tous les jours, de 7h à 20h.
Already in command of the Brasserie Bellanger and Dubillot, La Nouvelle Garde has given her elders a little sister. Pursuing the same vocation with the accent on fresh, French, and a traditional slate, the Brasserie Martin is a smart neighbourhood local where lives unfold around large, full tables or at the endless counter... Its epicentre ? A sexy roasting spit that rotates non-stop, delivering the sacrosanct roast chicken every lunchtime, here stuffed with olives and served with a scoop of homemade French fries. And don’t worry, the brand’s signature, the exceptional “saucisse-purée” still tops the list. A very welcome relapse !… Brasserie Martin, 24 rue Saint Ambroise, Paris 11. www.nouvellegardegroupe.com
Lots of takers for the creative cuisine with land-and-sea pairings proposed by French-Italian Chef Manuele Rossi at the helm of ISTR. Far from traditional codes of 100% fish restos, ISTR re-invents the seafood and cocktail bar with signatures dishes such as octopus lightly-cooked twice, “vittelo tonnato” or a burger with tempura oytsers and mayonnaise sauce with crab meat. Every day, from 6 to 7 p.m. it is Oyster Hour with Cadoret N°5 oysters from Brittany, ideal for aperos on the terrace washed down with a signature cocktail or a glass of bio wine. Bonus : an event-catering service for evenings shared with pals.
On the hillside, facing the sea and Iles d’Or, Le Mirage is an exquisite new boutique-hotel offering 35 rooms and Bohemian chic in Bormes-les-Mimosas, not far from the Fort de Brégançon. Open to non-residents for lunch and dinner, the restaurant proposes a simple, fresh menu in which each ingredient has been selected with the utmost care. In the kitchen, Chef Marion Pouget opts for generoisty, all in a very enticing setting. www.lemirage-hotel.com
In the midst of nature in Brignoles in Le Var, the Domaine de Cala acquired by Chef Joachim Splichal is comprised of 445 acres of land of which almost 100 acres are dedicated to viticulture. Red, white or rosé, all the property’s excellent wines bear witness to a passion for gastronomy. Well worth a visit. 703, chemin de la Pelegrine, Brignoles. (04 94 69 84 93)
The trio of cooks from the star-rated restaurant Les Agitateurs in Nice now man the ovens at Sous les Pins, the café-restaurant of the venerable Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul-de-Vence. They are restoring life to this setting of soul and spirit by offering cuisine with the fragrances of the garrigue, a blend of simplicity, lyricism and sharing. 623, Chemin des Gardettes, Saint-Paul-de-Vence. (04 93 32 45 96)
A restaurant of character at the heart of the Domaine La Martinette, Vigna has just opened its doors. On a sun-blessed menu, Chef Juan Arbelaez invites your tastebuds to relish an escapade focusing on Provence. 4005, Chemin de la Martinette, Lorgues. (03 13 35 40 80)
In a privileged setting on the terrace of the Port Palace, offering a view of the sea and port of Monaco, the festive restaurant La Môme, well-known to locals in Cannes, has launched a new address in the Principality. For its decor, two talented architects, Soraya Djemmi-Wagner and Maxime Liautard, have taken inspiration from the iconic Grace Kelly to create a world of glamour. In the kitchen, Chef Benjamin Zannier conjures up Mediterranean specialities with Provençal, Greek and Italian influences. The bonus ? A VIP Room for private dining. 7, avenue John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Monaco. www.lamomegroupe.com
A first in the history of the star-rated restaurant L’Agapé : a woman at the helm in the kitchens ! Brazilian Rebecca Lockwood - ex-private chef of Madonna who became a star on “Top Chef Brazil” and has plied her trade in the world’s most up-market restaurants - enchants this iconic address in the 17th arrondissement with delicate, sunnny intuition. Her colourful, refined and tasty dishes borrow inspiration from her homeland, focusing on seasonal cuisine, limpid and exquisite, taking us far beyond the City of Light. Restaurant l’Agapé, 51, rue Jouffroy d’Abbans, Paris 17. www.agape-paris.fr
Perched atop the legendary Poste du Louvre, the rooftop terrace of the Madame Rêve hotel, simply known as “Roof”, pursues the imaginative approach of this address showing high potential. Here, the grandiose panoramic view enables guests to enjoy close encounters with Saint-Eustache, the Eiffel Tower or Notre-Dame. A dreamlike moment in a garden reaching to the sky where time slows its pace, while sipping a cocktail accompanied by delicate little treats. Hôtel Madame Rêve, 43, rue Etienne Marcel, Paris 1er. www.madamereve.com
