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Nestled on the leafy hillside of Maruyama Park in Kyoto’s former geisha district, this three-Michelin-starred restaurant embodies discreet Japanese kaiseki kappo dining at its finest. Approximately 16 seats surround the lacquered wood counter where chefs deliver exquisitely presented dishes of well-balanced flavors. With only one sitting each evening starting at 6pm sharp, Mizai ensures an... View Article

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The legendary Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud opened in 1981 and since then has won every major food award going. Currently in the hands of chef Guillaume Lebrun, the restaurant has held its two Michelin stars for the last fifteen years. It remains the only two-star restaurant in Ireland and offers a wine list every bit as... View Article

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Inside Paris’s luxurious Hotel Plaza Athénée, Alain Ducasse perfects “naturalness cuisine.” The French restaurant is designed for an intimate dining experience where solid oak tables, leather seats and raw materials offer simple elegance. At the three-Michelin-starred restaurant, the menu centers on a fish-vegetables-cereal trilogy that promotes a healthier diet more in tune with nature. Here,... View Article

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The epitome of fine dining, Epicure in Paris offers traditional French gastronomy in an airy and elegant setting. Much of the restaurant’s success can be attributed to three-Michelin-starred Eric Frechon. His signature style is evident throughout, with dishes including macaroni stuffed with black truffle and artichoke and duck foie gras, gratineed with aged Parmesan. With... View Article

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Located within the Stone Barns Center of Pocantico Hills, New York, Blue Hill at Stone Barns places the focus on creating a consciousness of the effect of the food choices we make each day. In line with this food philosophy, the award-winning Michelin-starred chef Dan Barber sources ingredients from the surrounding pasture and nearby farms.... View Article

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Served by a five-acre farm just out of the city, Single Thread Farm is a dazzling display of refined cooking that changes with the seasons. Having trained in some of Japan’s top kitchens, head chef Kyle Connaughton has developed a skillset unlike any of his contemporaries. Focusing on crafting each dish with the utmost precision,... View Article

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One of California’s premier dining destinations, Mélisse offers award-winning contemporary American cuisine with French influences using only the finest seasonal ingredients. Named best American and French restaurant in Los Angeles by the Zagat Guide since 2003, Mélisse attracts both neighborhood diners and distinguished celebrities seeking an extraordinary fine dining experience. Its main dining room offers... View Article

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Spondi is frequently voted Athens’ best restaurant. Headed by Chef Aggelos Lantos, the chic two Michelin star restaurant offers Mediterranean haute cuisine with heavy French influences. Spondi is popular for its creative cuisine, with exclusive seasonal ingredients. Chef Lantos uses these ingredients to create imaginative, exquisite and stunningly presented modern French dishes. Established in 1996,... View Article

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