Celebrity Life

One of the oldest restaurants in Paris, Pavillon Ledoyen first opened its doors 1792 and was the place to see and be seen during the Belle Époque. Today, the rich décor harks back to its historical legacy with ornate stucco details and silk brocades, but the real pièce de résistance here is the stunning French haute... View Article

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On the chic Left Bank, Alain Passard’s L’Arpège is dedicated to creating cuisine filled with harmony; every ingredient of every dish is carefully considered to ensure it matches the rest, the result of which is the maximum of three Michelin stars. Passard is also devoted to quality; since 2000, the restaurant has been supplied by... View Article

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For those that have grown tired of heavy French classics and desire premium ingredients arranged in an exciting, innovative way, the choice is Pierre Gagnaire. At the center point of the Michelin-starred chef’s worldwide restaurant group, Gagnaire displays beautiful and somewhat bizarre flavor combinations using ingredients from all over the globe. The restaurant itself is... View Article

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Comprised of two dining rooms – Winter and Summer – used according to the rhythms of the season, this three-Michelin-starred destination in Le Bristol Paris attracts with its gorgeous surroundings and delectable culinary offerings. Based upon traditional French cuisine, yet always evolving and being improved, the dishes created by head chef Eric Frechon aim to... View Article

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Reminiscent of an ornate château dining room, Le Cinq is undoubtedly luxurious yet also welcoming. The elegant dining room bathed in gold, the oil paintings adorning the walls and the beautiful flower arrangements all set the scene for this gastronomic experience. Awarded three Michelin stars, it serves classic French food with a contemporary inflection, with... View Article

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This extravagant two-Michelin-starred restaurant serves world-class classic European cuisine in an elegant and harmonious white and silver setting. Wines and champagnes are kept in a specially created wine cellar opening onto the dining room, while a special chef’s table in the kitchen allows guests a closer view of what’s going on. Dishes include such lavish... View Article

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Restaurant Guy Savoy is a culinary shrine to the skills of its namesake. Renowned not only for its food but also for impeccable service, characterized by happiness and conviviality instead of inaccessible aloofness, this three-Michelin-starred restaurant consistently enthralls its diners and is a source of inspiration for many other chefs. Signature dishes include Guy Savoy’s... View Article

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Alain Ducasse’s most ambitious project to date, this three-Michelin-starred restaurant takes an architectural approach to dining. In lieu of flashy decor, Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athenée opts for simple furnishings to let the food take center stage. Finely molded dove-colored walls in the traditional style are complemented by modern table settings and furniture with a... View Article

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On my latest visit to Paris, I finally made my way to the Palais Garnier, also known as Paris’ famous Opera House. While I’ve been…

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From our The Vivant’s Top Ten: Chefs Share Their Favorite Dessert Recipe feature, we take a virtual look at the Hôtel de Crillon, where executive pastry chef Matthieu Carlin shares his recipe for the best Ultra Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies you’ll ever enjoy. C’est si Bon! Ultra Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sunflower Seeds Ingredients:…

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