The great return of the Petit Victor Hugo, the most coveted restaurant in western Paris
PVH to its friends, food lovers have known about this iconic place for generations. Now, Laura Gonzalez has revived this address nestled at 143 Avenue Victor Hugo. This is not her first project of this kind; the talented architect designed the Louboutin boutique in Barcelona, the Cartier Place Vendôme and the new Sir Winston. She […]
LE MANOIR DE LA RÉGATE, A CUISINE FROM FATHER TO SON
In 1995, not far from the city of Nantes, “Le Manoir de la Régate” was born, a gastronomic restaurant propelled by the chefs Pascal and Loïc Pérou. Two decades later, it is Mathieu Pérou’s turn to take the helm of this charming establishment, alongside his sister Anne-Charlotte. The gourmet chef reveals in his dishes a […]
PERFECTION IN THE DETAILS
Heir to a line of three-star chefs, Anne-Sophie Pic continues the family tradition in her eponymous restaurant in Valence. Like the two generations that preceded her, the Michelin-starred chef offers tasty cuisine that embodies the French art of living. Far from the consensual tastes and associations of flavors, Anne-Sophie Pic strives to ensure that each […]
Kinugawa Saint-Tropez moves to Ramatuelle!
After three years in Saint-Tropez, the Japanese restaurant has moved inland to Ramatuelle. Larger and more elegant, the restaurant offers a new culinary experience. A fusion between the Mediterranean and Japan. In a vast garden with lush Mediterranean vegetation, the emblematic conventions of Tokyo’s restaurant scene have been adapted with precision. The natural and warm […]
Rebirth of the Café de l’Ormeau in Ramatuelle
Held by the same family for eighty years, the legendary Café de l’Ormeau is awakening again thanks to the agitating trio of Indie Group. The idea? To refresh the place while keeping the original soul. So, the carved wooden bar, cement tiles, and wrought iron on the terrace recall the institution’s belle époque, while architect […]
HIGH JAPANESE CUISINE
A confidential address, Act II is not easily discovered. Adventurers of taste will have to take a side road to find the hidden elevator and reach the top of the Marais building that houses the restaurant. For it is in the heart of the capital’s trendy district that Act II awaits its guests. With its […]
The Camondo, a true culinary museum
Just take a walk in the Parc Monceau and you will find the restaurant, Le Camondo. After a summer stroll, what could be better than tasting gourmet dishes made by the chef Fanny Herpin from Bordeaux. This address, located in the Camondo museum, is nestled at the crossroads of the 8th and 17th districts of […]
Alliance: Strength in numbers
It was in 2015 that Shawn Joyeux decided to open his first restaurant, in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, by partnering with Japanese gourmet chef, Toshitaka Omiya. A year later, the restaurant Alliance received its first Michelin star and three toques (16/20) from Gault & Millau. Discover this innovative culinary treat where gastronomy collides with […]
HOT IN FRONT!
It took all of Thomas Chisholm’s talent and impetuosity to bring the late Le Bel Ordinaire back to life. In this famous address in the 10th arrondissement of the capital, nicely renamed Chocho, this former Top Chef offers gourmets a surprising multi-sensory experience. With an American, French, and Catalan influence, the chef offers small plates […]
Sylvain Roucayrol at the helm of Tuba Season 3
Is it really still necessary to present Tuba, the Marseille Cabanon, which reopened its doors in April for the summer of 2022? This beach club, whose space was orchestrated by designer and architect Marion Mailaender, is back for a new opus this year, while offering the services of Sylvain Roucayrol and Paul-Henri Bayart in the […]
Three beautifully designed restaurants to try in Milan
More and more culinary addresses imagine their space as global experiences, where the decor accompanies the cuisine. Acumen has compiled three Milanese restaurants with unexpected designs! Bun Burger In the upscale Brera district, the Milanese burger chain has given itself a new space designed by the Spanish studio Masquespacio. The futuristic decor is characteristic of […]
HACIENDA CHIC
Nestled in the heart of Provence, Château La Coste brings together Luberonian vineyards, works of contemporary artists, a luxury hotel, and gourmet restaurants. It is in this enchanting setting that Chef Francis Mallmann has set up shop. This master of Argentine fire scents the surrounding garrigue with his oranges and beets cooked under the ashes, […]
Sylvestre Wahid spices up Provence
Coral lentils and strawberries simmered with cardamom, burnt grapefruit, but also heirloom tomatoes in a tandoori spice crust, grilled Pugliese burratta served melting, and blue lobster with garam spices and fresh herbs, to finish with fresh mango like a lassi… the Pakistani-born chef invites you to travel along the spice route leading to the Orient […]
The Prescription Cocktail Club: a cosmic, unique, hushed, and theatrical haven
Looking like an artist’s entrance, the Prescription Cocktail Club is nestled at 23 rue Mazarine in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Here, you will enjoy tasting flowery cocktails after a busy day. These drinks, made with hibiscus or blueberry, are real bouquets of flowers. Step by step, the bar reveals itself as if by magic, […]
PARIS-TOKYO
It is in the heart of the emblematic Prince of Wales, an iconic Art Deco hotel that has been delighting visitors for almost a century, that chef Akira Back has just set up shop. This culinary master, who has traveled from the snowy peaks of Colorado to the trendy spots of South Korea, offers a […]
Orgueil: The taste of chance
A new address in the 11th arrondissement of the capital, the restaurant Orgueil has set itself the task of making you give in to temptation. Here, envy and greed are not bad things. Halfway between a gourmet bistro and a gastronomic rendezvous, Orgueil presents its menu in the form of a tarot card. Do you […]
MILAN: ALL OF JAPAN IN ONE LOCATION
If you’re looking for an unusual destination to discover the thousand and one facets of Japanese gastronomy and entertainment, head for Italy! The “House of Ronin” recently opened its doors in one of Milan’s trendy districts. The concept? A journey of initiation as an immersive foray into Japanese culture. In this building, dating from the […]
Il Palazzo Experimental, a colorful Venetian stay
Since May, Venice has been living to the rhythm of the new edition of the Biennale. A cultural and artistic effervescence that must be experienced throughout your Venetian journey and that the Palazzo Experimental transmits in every respect. It is in a Venetian palace, in the Dorsoduro district, that the Experimental hotel group set down […]
Harry’s Bar, the Venetian address for insiders
A trip to Venice is not complete without a visit to Harry’s Bar. This place has become an institution and was proclaimed a national monument in 2001. Orson Welles, Truman Capote, and Ernest Hemingway all came here for a drink. It owes its success to the founder, Giuseppe Cipriani, and his two flagship inventions: the […]
Granite, a gastronomic nugget in Paris
Opened in the autumn in the 1st arrondissement of Paris and freshly awarded a Michelin star, Granite is shaking up the culinary world. At its head, the young chef Tom Meyer (who worked for Anne-Sophie Pic) unveils a striking cuisine that puts the spotlight on products from the Ile-de-France, fish and meat from responsible farming, […]
Anthony Denon new chef at the Burgundy Hotel in Paris
In April, , Le Baudelaire, the starred restaurant of the Parisian hotel Burgundy, welcomed its new chef, Anthony Denon. After two years at the Auberge du Jeu de Paume, the young chef returned to the capital with the aim of creating a “culinary rendezvous” in this gastronomic institution. A place where gourmets can savor the […]
Savoir Vivre: the art of a successful evening
With their six addresses where good food, good wine, and good atmosphere reign, the Savoir Vivre group is a real hit on the Parisian nightlife scene. The rue des Petites Écurie in the 10th arrondissement of Paris is theirs. And for good reason: the Savoir Vivre group has created a veritable culinary and festive monopoly […]
GOOD TO BE DAMNED…
Discreetly located in the 16th arrondissement of the capital, the restaurant Pages has won the hearts of critics and the public alike. At the helm, Ryuji Teshima, alias “Teshi,” sublimates the most beautiful products of the French terroir using Japanese techniques. Awarded a Michelin star, the Japanese chef offers a cuisine that is as striking […]
Japanese style wrap
A new hype spot where all the little Parisians are hustling, Doki Doki is both a healthy snack and a Japanese tradition that won’t leave us hungry! A concept set up by Romain Taieb – already in charge of the delicious Piaf and Bambini – and Thomas Moreau, who came especially from New York to […]