Even in a city as romantic and beautiful as Paris, the constant hum of traffic and hurried footsteps can start to feel exhausting. Sometimes, the greatest luxury isn’t a view of the Eiffel Tower—it’s a moment of calm. That’s where Paris’s garden restaurants come in. These serene hideaways offer the ...
Restaurants
Decoding French Dining: A Guide to Restaurant Classification
If there's one thing I've learned about the French, it's that they have a knack for classifying everything. I vividly remember my college French professor explaining the distinctions between a café, a brasserie, a restaurant, and more. I was about to visit Paris for the first time, and French ...
Five of My Favorite Brasseries and Bistrots Owned by Famous French Chefs
I became aware of several traditional French brasseries and bistrots owned and operated by some of the most celebrated chefs in France after a longtime Parisian friend clued me in several years ago. I’ve written about a few of these classic spots in the past and thought it would be helpful to do a ...
My Top Five Terraces for Summer in Paris
With the reopening of Paris and so many of us making travel plans, it’s a good time to suggest some of my favorite restaurants – all of which have a beautiful outdoor terrace.
Restaurant Drouant │ 16-18, place Gaillon 75002 Tél: +33 1 42 65 15 16
Founded in 1880, Drouant was first ...
Brasserie Bofinger: A Timeless Parisian Gem for a Pre- or Post-Opera Feast
If you find yourself in the heart of Paris, especially around the Opéra Bastille, there’s one spot that should be at the top of your list for a memorable meal—Brasserie Bofinger. A true Parisian institution, this iconic brasserie has been serving up classic French fare since 1864 and is a must-visit ...
Caffè Stern
For nearly two centuries, Stern Graveur was the letterpress printing home to an elite international clientele. When the Stern family relocated to the Faubourg St. Honoré, the Tudor revival premises was converted to a restaurant by world-renowned designer Philippe Starck.
As always, Starck ...
