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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Located in the architecturally impressive lobby of the Biltmore Hotel, Palme d’Or more than lives up to its surroundings. Set between the hotel’s iconic courtyard and historic swimming pool, the 1920s-era dining room is like taking a step back in time to the golden age of luxury. With James Beard “Rising Star” nominee Gregory Pugin... View Article

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Diners at this Downtown Miami eatery often report a strange sensation; they feel as if they have been to Italy and back, without ever leaving the US. The food, furnishings and staff at Il Gabbiano have expertly managed to create an authentic Italian ambiance that has amazed and delighted customers for over a decade. Coupled... View Article

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Chef Francis Mallmann brings his authentic take on an Argentine grill-house to the heart of Miami Beach at Los Fuegos. Mallmann, who is one of South America’s most celebrated chefs, originally trained in France at traditional fine dining restaurants before returning home to discover his love for open-fire cooking. This restaurant, situated in the Faena... View Article

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Hakkasan was a landmark moment for Miami when it opened in 2009. Not only did it exemplify the standard and quality that Miami dining had finally reached, it created a restaurant that would continue to raise the bar even more. Hakkasan has not disappointed the people of Miami in over a decade of existence and... View Article

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