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Restaurant Trends & Inspiration: Discover the best restaurant addresses in Paris right now.

Gourmand L A RÉGALADE

GO U RMA N D

As one of the pioneers of Paris’s bistronomy concept, La Régalade ourished under the auspices of chef Yves Camdeborde and continues to draw a discerning foodie crowd under his successor, chef Bruno Doucet. Whether dining in the original La Régalade bistro, the La Régalade Saint-Honoré or the La Régalade Conservatoire in the chic Hotel de Nell, expect a re ned menu of soul-satisfying gourmand French avours and an expertly-curated wine list.

La Régalade Conservatoire, 7-9 rue du Conservatoire, 75009 Paris | +33 1 44 83 83 60 | hoteldenell.com

Restaurant Will Cr E Ativ E

With impressive culinary credentials, French chef William Pradeleix has traversed the globe working in many of the finest luxury hotels in the world—including with chef Hélène Darroze at The Connaught in London, Jean-Georges Vongerichten at the opulent St. Regis Bora Bora, and at La Mamounia in Marrakech. Following his return to Paris as Head Chef at the stylish Restaurant Manger in 2013, he has now opened his own gastro-cosy dining venture, Restaurant Will, in the up-and-coming Aligre district. With exquisitely crafted plates that draw upon French-Asian influences, the chef o ers an amazing value a la carte and fixe prix menu—€19 for 3-courses at lunchtime and €45 for 4 courses in the evenings. This is guaranteed to become one of Paris's new foodie hotspots so make sure to reserve ahead. 75

Recently opened Paris restaurants: Caillebotte (75009), Chilango (75011), Le Servan (75011) & Coretta (75017).

Holyb Elly

H IPSTE R

With its super friendly sta , co ee-loving crowd and funky interiors, HolyBelly’s welcoming dining space with cosy two-person booths is reason enough to visit this popular breakfast and lunchtime hotspot. But then there’s the superb co ee from local roaster Belleville Brûlerie, the hearty breakfasts of scrambled eggs and bacon or flu y pancakes with maple syrup, and the pinball machine to keep you coming back. Inspired by their time working in Melbourne’s cafe scene, couple Sarah (the chef) and Nico (the barista) deliver fresh, seasonal café fare with a sophisticated touch. Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays.

19 rue Lucien Sampaix, 75010 Paris | +33 9 73 60 13 64 | holybel.ly

Orient Express

Step back in time to the Golden Age of rail travel by dining aboard the mythical Orient Express, which has been installed in front of the Institut du Monde Arabe as part of its latest exhibition, Once Upon a Time on the Orient Express. 3 Michelin-starred chef, Yannick Alleno, has crafted an exclusive ne dining menu inspired by the classic French fare once served in the Orient Express’ legendary Anatolie dining car. O ering a 4-course tasting menu for 120€ (or 160€ with wine pairings), savour sophisticated avours such as consommé of Homard lobster with green peas, and fricassée of Bresse chicken with morel mushrooms. Reservations will be taken until the 31st August 2014 at this highly memorable ne dining pop-up venue.

Institut du Monde Arabe, 1 rue des Fossés Saint-Bernard, 75005 Paris | +33 1 78 09 56 01 | yannick-alleno.com

Foodies

90 Seconds With ... PIERRE HER M E PÂTISSIER

H ow would you describe Paris? For me, Paris is one of the only cities in the world where I could live. I love its cultural life, nightlife, fashion, food, perfume and design scenes, which make it one of the leading cities in the world.

Which is one of your favourite restaurants in Paris? One of my favorite restaurants is L e Baratin. A couple own this restaurant: Philippe is the maitre’d and Raquel is the chef. She cooks with her heart and soul, and he is a poet who is an expert of wine. So that’s one of my favourite places in Paris—I actually held my wedding reception there.

La Z Are Go U Rma N D

Situated within the bustling Gare Saint-Lazare train station, the frenzy of this transportation hub recedes away as soon you step within this polished, upscale wood-paneled restaurant. Chef Eric Frechon—who has been honored with a “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” title, as well as the acclaimed “Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur” designation—helms the kitchen. He came up through Le Bristol, Hôtel de Crillon (for which he was awarded a Michelin star) and Le Mini Palais (a restaurant he inaugurated in 2010 within the Grand Palais museum). His menu at Lazare features revisited French culinary classics, such as escargots with tomatoes, croque monsieurs with tru e oil, scallops with pesto, and seared beef tenderloin with foie gras. Advance reservations advised.

Parvis de la gare Saint-Lazare, 75008 Paris +33 1 44 90 80 80 | lazare-paris.com

Which is your favourite fine dining restaurant in Paris? I really like chef Alain Passard’s L’Arpège because he’s a great chef with amazing technique. He can do anything with vegetables.

Which is your favourite restaurant for classic French cuisine? Chef Michel Rostang cooks very classic French cuisine and for me, he is one of the top chefs in Paris. His food is so good, so amazingly good, it’s perfect. But I can mention many other restaurants too, like L e Chateaubriand. In Paris, we have so many fantastic restaurants.

Modern Bistros

Ha K A I N V Entiv E

Opened by three female friends, Haï Kaï is one of Paris’s latest foodie hot spots. Chef Amélie Darvas (formerly of Le Meurice, L’Ami Jean and Le Bristol) crafts delicate, artistically-presented plates using locally grown vegetables and line-caught fish from Saint-Jeande-Luz. Set within the hip Canal Saint Martin district, Haï Kaï’s luminous, retro-chic dining space is warmed by mismatched fabrics and wooden tables.

104 quai de Jemmapes, 75010 Paris +33 9 81 99 98 88 | haikai.fr