Tourd’horizon des principales réactions à la reconduction au pouvoir de celui qui, en 2017, nourrissait beaucoup d’ambitions pour le continent. Dimanche 24 avril, Emmanuel Macron a été
Un régal. Il n'y a pas d'autre mot pour décrire le nouveau concours de cuisine Chef contre chef », diffusé ce soir à 21h05 sur M 6. Ici, pas de professionnels de l'ombre comme dans Top Chef », mais un match entre deux titans des fourneaux Jean-François Piège et Cyril Lignac qui produit aussi l'émission.C'est comme si le PSG et l'OM s'affrontaient en finale de la Ligue des champions. Leur terrain de jeu Naples et sa cuisine traditionnelle. A eux de remporter le plus de défis, aussi bien techniques que stratégiques. Pour les départager le roi des pizzas, des mammas italiennes, des badauds ou encore des grands chefs. Avant le combat », nous avons passé en revue les maîtrise de la cuisine italienneLignac maîtrise les gnocchis. Avant cette émission, je n'avais jamais cuisiné de vrais plats traditionnels ni fait un tour en cuisine lors de mes vacances à Rome ou à Capri », confie celui qui va finalement ouvrir un restaurant italien en mars. Il sait déjà rouler les gnocchis et maîtrise les pâtes s'en inspire. C'est une cuisine traditionnelle que je rêve de maîtriser, très technique comme la confection de la pâte pour les lasagnes, qui nécessite des gestes ancestraux, raconte le chef étoilé. Mais je n'ai aucune formation. » Il s'en inspire pourtant en proposant dans ses menus des pizzas soufflées ou des raviolis ricotta aux herbes parmesan et rapport aux concoursLignac ne court pas après… Il a participé à une seule compétition dans l'Aveyron, à 18 ans. On devait préparer une recette à base de roquefort dans une salle de fête, se souvient-il. L'ambiance était bon enfant. Mais je ne suis pas fait pour les concours. Je n'ai jamais eu envie de devenir meilleur ouvrier de France, par exemple. Je préfère être jugé à l'émotion. »… Piège non plus. Pendant son école hôtelière, il rate un premier concours régional à Aiguebelle Savoie, avant de le remporter l'année suivante. Je ne suis pas une bête à concours, assume-t-il. Peut-être parce que je n'ai pas rencontré les personnes qui m'ont poussé vers ça. »Leur formationLignac, de Passard à Hermé. Après un apprentissage au lycée hôtelier de Villefranche-de-Rouergue Aveyron, il se frotte au monde professionnel chez Nicole Fagegaltier. A 22 ans, il débarque à Paris dans la brigade du chef cuisinier Alain Passard, devenu son mentor, puis s'inspire des chefs Jacques et Laurent Pourcel à Montpellier. En 2002, il officie dans la pâtisserie de Pierre Hermé, avant de devenir sous-chef en pâtisserie de la Grande Cascade aux côtés du chef Alain Ducasse. Pas mal comme modèles…Piège, de Constant à Ducasse. Apprentissage à l'école hôtelière de Tain-l'Hermitage Drôme, où son professeur Jean-Paul Penin allume la mèche ». En 1989, il rencontre son deuxième mentor, Bruno Cirino, chef du Château Eza à Eze Alpes-Maritimes. Puis travaille avec Christian Constant, Yves Camdeborde et Eric Fréchon au Crillon. De 1992 à 2004, il peaufine sa cuisine, avec Alain Ducasse, du Louis XV à Monaco au Plaza Athénée à distinctionsLignac une étoile et puis s'en va. Il a décroché une étoile au guide Michelin en 2012, sept après l'ouverture de son restaurant le Quinzième, qu'il a fermé cet été, las de courir après la deuxième. La médaille de l'ordre du Mérite agricole me tient le plus à cœur, assure-t-il. Lors de la réception au ministère de l'Agriculture, j'ai vu de la fierté dans le regard de mes parents. » Il est aujourd'hui à la tête de trois restaurants, dont l'enseigne centenaire le Chardenoux. Mais aussi d'un bar à cocktails, de cinq pâtisseries et d'une chocolaterie à déjà trois au compteur. Sa Poule au Pot, mythique brasserie des Halles, a obtenu un macaron en janvier 2019. Il conserve aussi deux étoiles depuis 2016 au Grand Restaurant, ainsi que cinq toques au Gault & amp ; Millau. La plus belle étoile, c'est celle que je n'ai pas », lâche Piège. Il a également été fait chevalier dans l'Ordre national du mérite en 2009. Au total, il gère quatre tables à Paris et un nouveau lieu à Gordes Vaucluse.Leurs hôtes de marqueLignac et le 7e art. Ami des stars et habitué du Festival de Cannes, il a cuisiné pour Isabelle Adjani, Monica Bellucci, mais aussi pour la réception du film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood », de Quentin Tarantino, en mai et les présidents. Situé à deux pas de l'Elysée et de Matignon, son restaurant gastronomique reçoit régulièrement des politiques de premier plan comme des stars d'Hollywood. En mars dernier, il a conçu le repas donné à l'Elysée par Emmanuel Macron en l'honneur de la venue du président Chinois, Xi Jinping. Alain Delon, Jean-Michel Jarre et Hélène Rollès faisaient également partis des NOTE DE LA RÉDACTION 4/5
6Rue Victor Hugo, 93500 Pantin, France. Métro. Hoche. phone. +33 1 57 14 38 74. website. Bottles posed elegantly on the shelves, a shiny brass bar, black and white walls rising up from the concrete floor, a terrace that gets plenty of sun and eager staff whose attentiveness reveals how new Les Pantins is.
French cuisine is world-famous, and top chefs from all around the world have set up their restaurants in Paris. Prepare your taste buds – we’re taking a look at some of the city’s best Michelin-rated restaurants. Pro Travel Tip Looking for a refined food experience in Paris? We recommend joining our Super Expensive Paris Food Tour, where you’ll be led by a guide who is either a sommelier, chef or champagne producer. Feast on cocktails, caviar, soufflé, and more in some of Paris’s most authentic and chic eateries. We promise you an unforgettable night! The Top Michelin Rated Restaurants in Paris The Michelin Guide began to award stars to fine dining establishments in France in 1926. Since then, Michelin Stars have become a renowned international rating system for exceptional cuisine. In 2020, Paris was home to a whopping 119 Michelin star restaurants, placing it second on the list of cities with the most Michelin starred restaurants in the world behind Tokyo. With so many quality dining options available, it’s not easy to pick and choose. We’ve outlined some of our favorite Michelin-starred restaurants in the City of Light to help you get a head start. Le Jules Verne Photography by Marie-Line Sina €€€ French 1 Michelin Stars Chef Frédéric Anton Eating at the Eiffel Tower in Paris is anything but clichè which is why it is first on our list to try. If you can get a reservation, which is not easy, this is the ultimate dining experience. Le Jules Verne is a one Michelin Star restaurant under head Chef Frédéric Anton who has earned 3 stars at Le Pre Catelan, another restaurant he owns. I personally don’t believe there is an overall better dining experience than having an elegant meal inside the Iron Lady while in Paris. Read our article on making a reservation at Le Jules Verne and other Eiffel Tower restaurants to book. Location The Eiffel Tower Le Cinq Photo provided by Le Cinq €€€€ French 3 Michelin Stars Le Cinq is a fine dining restaurant located in the elegant Four Seasons Hotel George V. With three Michelin stars, it goes without saying that the food here is phenomenal. The dining room is largely considered one of the most impressive dining rooms in Paris. A night at Le Cinq is a once in a lifetime sort of experience for many, so it’s the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion on your trip. We recommend making reservations well in advance, as travelers from around the world are dying to eat here. This is the quintessential fine dining experience and one of the best restaurants in Paris in terms of high quality food. Address 31 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris Tel+33 1 49 52 71 54 Hours Tues – Sat 1230PM – 230PM 7PM – 1030PM Our Best Guided Tours of Paris Likely to Sell out Privileged Access Eiffel Tour with Champagne on the Seine Sometimes the most amazing moments happen by chance. Other times, they are orchestrated by professionals. Our Eiffel tower tour cruises by the famed monument as it lights up and you drink champagne. After, you’ll have tickets to enter the tower and ascend to the 2nd level with an elevator. Admissions included and we’ll take care of the details… you simply pay and show up! See Prices Top Selling Le Marais Paris Food Tour with Champagne & Local French Food! Embark on a culinary journey in Le Marais, one of the hippest neighborhoods in Paris. Enjoy a feast of French cheese, street food, boeuf bourguignon and crème brûlée, and more. This three-hour food tour combines the best of Paris’ culinary heritage. See Prices L’Oiseau Blanc Photo provided by L’ Oiseau Blanc €€€ French 1 Michelin Star This chic restaurant is located on top of the luxurious Peninsula hotel. While it may not have been awarded as many Michelin stars as some of our other top picks, the combination of the high quality food and jaw-dropping views make this one of our favorites. Not only will you have a great view of Paris in general, but you’ll have a truly fantastic view of the Eiffel Tower. Remember if you make a dinner reservation, you’ll be able to see the tower twinkling at night! Another unique part of L’ Oiseau Blanc is their décor theme, dedicated to two French aviation pioneers. They even have a suspended replica of the plane the pilots used to attempt the first Trans-Atlantic non-stop crossing in the restaurant. It’s not too often that you see a high-end restaurant with this kind of character, and we think it’s a plus. Address 19 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France Tel +33 1 58 12 67 30 Hours Every day 12PM – 230PM 7PM – 10PM Frenchie Photo provided by Frenchie €€€ French 1 Michelin Star An intimate “micro-restaurant” where you’ll feel cozy and comfortable. If you’re feeling adventurous, go with the Carte Blanche option for dinner, where the chef will get creative with a five-course tasting menu personalized for that night. Just down the street, the owner has also set up Frenchie Caviste, a wine bar serving natural wines. You can’t go wrong with either spot, although the wine bar focuses on serving small plates. It’s worth noting that over the past few years Frenchie has become very popular, especially with those visiting from outside of Paris. Because of this and the restaurant’s very small size, you’ll definitely need to reserve in advance here. Address 5 Rue du Nil, 75002 Paris, France Tel +33 1 40 39 96 19 Hours Mon – Tues 6PM – 1030PM Wed – Fri 12PM – 2PM 6PM – 1030PM Le Meurice Alain Ducasse Photo provided by Le Meurice €€€€ French 2 Michelin Stars Want to feel like you’re strolling into a palace to eat food fit for a king? Look no further than Le Meurice. The dining room was inspired by one of the rooms in the Palace of Versailles, complete with antique mirrors, crystal chandeliers, and magnificent frescoes. The large windows overlook the Jardins des Tuileries. The Michelin Guide has even dubbed Le Meurice the archetype of the great French restaurant’. This restaurant is run by Alain Ducasse, one of the most decorated chefs in the world. Here their motto is preserving the authentic taste of each ingredient. You’ll be able to order with your eyes closed here and still receive something exceptional! Address 228 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France Tel +33 1 44 58 10 55 Hours Mon – Fri 730AM – 930PM Les Canailles Ménilmontant €€ French Michelin Bib Gourmand This spot doesn’t have a Michelin Star yet, but it does have Bib Gourmand status. What exactly is a Bib Gourmand restaurant? This Michelin rating is only given to eateries who offer two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for around $40 – and of course, the food must be excellent. Essentially, this is a restaurant delivering a high quality dining experience at a reasonable price. Les Canailles Ménilmontant is a true French bistro. Located within walking distance of the famous Père Lachaise Cemetery, they serve classic French fare in a simple, homey setting. Try their rump steak with Dauphine potatoes, the roasted rack of lamb with rosemary and mushrooms, or their house favorite dessert, a Grand Marnier soufflé. If you aren’t able to splurge on a restaurant with Michelin stars, this is the next best thing. Address15 Rue des Panoyaux, 75020 Paris, France Tel +33 1 43 58 45 45 Hours Mon – Fri 12PM – 230PM 7PM – 10PM Arpège Photo provided by Arpège €€€€ French 3 Michelin Stars Vegetarians looking for the ultimate dining experience, rejoice! Arpège is a restaurant boasting three Michelin Stars with a heavily vegetable-inspired menu. Arpège’s Head Chef Alain Passard has even famously stated I want to elevate the humble vegetable to a grand cru’. All of the vegetables, fruits and herbs used here are 100% natural and grown in three different gardens all owned by the restaurant and chef. While the highlight is the Garden Menu, they do also have a Land and Sea Menu for those looking for more than veggies. Dining here is a true culinary adventure and the flavors cultivated are some of our favorites. Address 84 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris, France Tel +33 1 47 05 09 06 Hours Mon – Fri 12PM – 230PM 7PM – 10PM Restaurant du Palais Royal Photo provided by Restaurant du Palais Royal €€€€ French 1 Michelin Star Set in the heart of the Palais-Royal Gardens, at this one Michelin Star restaurant you’ll be able to enjoy your meal outdoors if you wish. They have a tasting menu for 165€ which is a great way to test a bit of everything. The presentation and menu items are creative and impressive. If you happen to be visiting in the summer, they have jazz evenings on Thursdays, which is a true treat while you’re soaking up the ambiance on the terrace. Address 110 Galerie de Valois, 75001 Paris, France Tel +33 1 40 20 00 27 Hours Tues – Sat 12PM – 2PM 630PM – 9PM La Tour d’Argent Photo provided by La Tour d’ Argent €€€€ French 1 Michelin Star This Michelin star restaurant is famous for its food and amazing views of Notre Dame the dining room is on the seventh floor. It’s known as somewhat of an iconic spot in Paris – while it may not have three Michelin Stars, people have still been vying for reservations here for decades. Their wine cellar has almost 320,000 bottles, and some have even dubbed it one of the most beautiful wine cellars in the world. People dining at the Tour d’Argent are able to visit the cave with the restaurant’s caviste, which is an amazing experience in itself. Address 17 Quai de la Tournelle, 75005 Tel +33 01 43 54 23 31 Hours Thurs – Sat 12PM – 2PM 7PM – 9PM Sun 12PM – 2PM Check Out Our Best Versailles & Paris Louvre Tours Top-Rated Tour Royal Louvre Palace Tour with Mona Lisa & Crown Jewels The Louvre is the largest art museum on Earth and the crowning jewel of Paris, which is why it’s on everyone’s bucket list. Don’t be left out of an incredible opportunity! Join a passionate guide for a tour of the most famous artwork at the Louvre. Skip-the-line admissions included. See Prices Likely to Sell Out Skip-the-Line Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour from Paris Versailles isn’t that difficult to get to by train, but why stress over the logistics? Meet a local guide in central Paris who will purchase your train tickets and ensure you get off at the right stop. Then enjoy a guided tour of the palace and the unforgettable gardens. Skip-the-line admissions included to the palace and gardens. See Prices David Toutain €€€ French 2 Michelin Stars David Toutain has been wowing foodies in this restaurant since 2013, after building up his skills in other top kitchens in Paris since he was 20 years old. Commonly referred to as one of the most inventive chefs in Paris, his food reflects a nearly unmatched creativity. Those who love impressive presentation and tons of flavors will be in heaven. There’s a variety of menu options available, including some that offer up to 15 courses. Address 29 Rue Surcouf, 75007 Paris, France Tel +33 1 45 50 11 10 Hours Thurs – Sat 12PM – 2PM 7PM – 9PM Sun 12PM – 2PM Le Pré Catalan Photo provided by Le Pré Catalan €€€€ French 3 Michelin Stars Rounding out our top ten list is another 3 star Michelin restaurant. Set inside the Bois de Boulogne, one of Paris’s biggest parks covering over 2,000 acres, the restaurant is housed inside a Napoleon III style pavilion. Langoustine raviolis are one of the most recommended main course dishes and are outstanding. For dessert, their apple’ is infamous – a sugar sphere filled with apple cider mousse, Carambar candy ice cream and more. This is a great option, especially if you’re looking for a location that’s in a less crowded area than the city center. Address Bois de Boulogne, 75016 Paris, France Tel +33 1 44 14 41 14 Hours Wed – Sat 12PM – 115PM 7PM – 815PM Find the best places to stay Where to Stay in Paris With a city as magnificent as Paris, it can be hard to find the perfect hotel at the perfect price. Explore the best hotels and places to stay in these incredible neighborhoods in Paris.
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