In recent days, culinary awards have been popping up, and one thing is for sure, the French capital is reaffirming its status when it comes to gastronomy. After the award for the best restaurant and the best pastry chef in the world, the title of most beautiful restaurant on the planet has now been awarded to two Parisian establishments. So, where can we find these Parisian treasures? We’re sharing all the details.
A Journey Through Time in the 8th
Often, when a restaurant stands out for the quality of its dishes, its service, and more generally the offer it provides, critics, under the guise of anonymity, award it a Michelin star. Today, it’s a macaron restaurant that has been honored with a highly prestigious title. Indeed, it is the first Parisian establishment recognized by the Versailles Prize:
Ladurée on Rue Royale.
© Matthieu Salvaing
Just looking at the photos, you can totally understand the jury's choice. It's simple, each room in the restaurant transports us straight back to the time of Marie-Antoinette. Since 1862, this tea room has stood the test of time, offering us a breathtaking decor, recently revamped by the designer Cordelia de Castellane. It's a gem of delicacy, poetry, and indulgence, far removed from the hustle and bustle of Paris.
Address: 16 Rue Royale, 75008 Paris, France
A little gem by Ducasse in the 16th
The second award-winning address is none other than one of the restaurants of the most Michelin-starred chef in the world, Mr. Alain Ducasse. And here too, no surprises in the decor, certainly worthy of the cuisine served within these walls. Historical heritage and architectural innovations blend in the rooms, offering us a breathtaking, otherworldly setting.
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© Mickaël Bandassak
In honor of the restaurant's name, Ducasse Baccarat, the crystal of the same name elegantly makes its appearance here and there, with delicacy and lightness, engaging in a dialogue with more raw materials. The furniture and works of art imagined by the greatest French artists and craftsmen beautifully complete this exceptional decor, which further enhances the gastronomic experience that the chef offers here.
Address: 11 Pl. des États-Unis, 75116 Paris, France