November Restaurant Buzz: What’s New in Paris

“I like Frenchmen very much, even when they insult you they do it nicely.” –Josephine Baker (1906-1975) 

Looking for a great restaurant in Paris? From the Goncourt menu at Drouant to the American election poll at Harry’s Bar, here’s the latest food and table news in the City of Light.

Harry’s Bar 

Will you be shaken or stirred by the American election results? Tradition says Harry’s Bar (since 1911) is the tops on Election Night (and any other night, bien sûr). Rock up and order The Trumpet or The Harry’s Kamala Bar cocktail. The Straw Vote at Harry’s Bar predicts victory for Kamala Harris. And note: They launch in Cannes Marina next June! 

DETAILS

5 rue Danou, 2nd 
Metro: Quatre Septembre 
Tel: +33 (0)1 42 61 71 14 

 

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Drouant – Menu Goncourt 

Here’s the alchemy of a great restaurant. Founded in 1880,

Drouant has become the podium for French literature, welcoming the prestigious Académie Goncourt since 1914. Initially nomadic, the Academicians frequented the Grand Hôtel, debated chez Champeaux restaurant, delivered their speeches at Place de la Bourse, then at the Café de Paris. 

It was chez Drouant that the Académie Goncourt finally established its HQ. This choice was a natural one for Gustave Geffroy, then Académie Goncourt President. Since then, a ritual has been established. On the first Tuesday of the month, the 10 Academicians meet in the elegant Salon Goncourt to exchange and debate on literary news. The famous annual prize, a coveted event, has helped shape the French literary landscape and cemented Drouant’s reputation as the essential temple of Parisian culture and gastronomy. 

And, 2024 marks an exceptional milestone: 110 years of history between Drouant and Académie Goncourt. For this occasion, chef Romain Van Thienen creates a special menu, inspired by the classics of Parisian gastronomy, with historical flavors, a unique experience. Kept secret until the November 4th awards ceremony, composed of six courses with evocative names (last year included Oysters Charles Drouant/Turbot Cocteau/Homard Colette etc) that are tributes to the illustrious founder and writers who dined in Drouant’s salons marking the history of the Prix Goncourt. 

The 122nd edition is revealed on Monday, November 4th chez Drouant. Last year, French novelist Jean-Baptiste Andrea was awarded Le Goncourt for his novel Veiller Sur Elle. Andrea, who turned to novel-writing after a long career as a screenwriter, describes his book as “an expansive story of love, friendship and revenge”. The book, which tackles Italian political history and class structure from the first world war to the 1980s, looks at the rise of fascism as a gradual phenomenon of everyday life, as well as feminism, and art and patronage. “I wanted to write the book I wanted to read when I was younger,” Andrea recently told Radio France Inter.

DETAILS

Special menu from 4th November-15th December 2024 
€190 + wine €120 
116 place Gaillon, 2nd 
Metro: Quatre Septembre 
Tel: +33 (0)1 42 65 15 16 
Open 7/7 from 8am-11pm 

Delano Café by Thierry Marx 

The location resembles a film set! Set within L’Hotel Delano’s 18th-century courtyard in the heart of Paris. Located steps from Faubourg Saint-Honoré, “Le Shopping Brunch” offers a superb selection of generous and colorful salads, accompanied by delicate desserts. 

Here’s a sampling of starters from the menu: Tartare of Daurade (€28); Crab Cannelloni, guacamole, citrus jelly (€32); Scallop St. Jaques carpaccio (€34); Quinoa Salad (€24). Match with an expertly curated list of wines from French wine regions, paired with a variety of French sparkling wines by the glass. Mains include Truffled artichoke risotto (€32); Chicken breast, crispy potatoes (€42); Roast Lamb (€44); Roast Sea Bass, courgettes, sauce Viérge (€54). Desserts include Verveine infused peach (€22), Ile Flottante (€20), Lemon Meringue Tart (€22), and Chocolate mousse (€18).

So, why not combine culinary pleasure with retail therapy, while taking advantage of Delano’s valet parking service, making life easier? 

And, at the first ever Salon du Bon x Thierry Marx at La Grande Halle de La Villette (November 8th-10th) discover the trends that will shape the future of gastronomy, attend exclusive culinary demonstrations, and meet influential personalities in the field. 

DETAILS

Delano Café 
4, rue d’Anjou, 8th 
Metro: Madeleine 
Tel: +33 (0)1 83 96 88 70 

Anona 

Chef Thibaut Spiwack is delighted to invite you take tea by Pastry Chef Pierre Boré, who just joined the brigade of the Anona 1* & 1* green restaurant.

Discover the creativity, technique and delicacy of Pierre Boré, Pastry Chef  (ex- Un Dimanche à Paris, Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme, Cheval Blanc Paris, Granite*) whose gourmet and plant-based technique is unique and perfectly in line with the eco-responsible values ​​of Anona and Thibaut Spiwack.

DETAILS

80 boulevard des Batignolles, 17th 
Metro: Rome 
Tel: +33 (0)1 84 79 01 15 
Closed Saturday & Sunday 

Dessirier Seafood 

For the weekend, what could be better than relaxing around a convivial table chez Dessirier? Part of the prestigious Rostang Group (six generations! Respect!)

“We’re celebrating Paella, a convivial and generous dish, revisited with all our love,” they say. “Our Paella combines the best of Breton langoustines, wild pink shrimp, mussels from Mont Saint-Michel, chicken, chorizo, beans and candied peppers cooked to perfection in a large pan. The rice, deliciously caramelized, will delight from the first bite.” 

It’s served exclusively on weekends, at lunch, Friday dinner, Saturday and Sunday, perfect for a meal with family and friends.

DETAILS 

38€ / person in Langoustines and Shrimp version
Takeaway or delivery 7 days a week in the greater Paris metropolis
9, place du Maréchel Juin, 17th 
Metro: Pereire 
Tel: +33 (0)1 42 27 82 14 
Open 7/7 

Baccarat x Black Bar at Le Meurice 

Looking toward end-of-year celebrations, Bar 228 at L’Hotel Meurice becomes the “Black Bar” via an exclusive collaboration with Maison Baccarat.

Share a unique experience and discover four new cocktails/mocktails served in Baccarat’s “I want them” sublime glasses. “Mille Nuits”, a fruity and refreshing cocktail. “Louxor”, gourmet and comforting recipe. “Massena” lively, sparkling, blending and “Harcourt”, a sweet, floral mocktail. To accompany the creations, cheffe Clémentine Bouchon offers sharing plates featuring truffles and caviar.

The decor of Black Bar is all about dark elegance with Baccarat’s creations in black crystal, such as the signature art-deco panther. Cheers!

DETAILS

Baccarat x Black Bar, from November 25 to January 5, 2025, from 6:00pm – midnight 
Cocktail: €34 
228, rue de Rivoli, 1st 
Metro: Tuileries 
Tel: +33 (0)1 44 58 10 55 

Le Comptoir du Caviar 

This place has a reputation for excellence, its precious grains of Christmas Caviar are deep golden in color and size wise, impressive. In mouth there’s a unique texture of firmness and these precious pearls are particularly popular with chefs, who love to augment their culinary creations with this extravagant delicacy. Raised in crystal clear waters, sturgeons thrive in the Yunnan region, in the heart of the mountains, at 1900 meters altitude. The boutique Boulevard Malesherbes is now closed so: 

Order in time for Xmas on: https://www.lecomptoirducaviar.com/nos-caviars/ 

Cheese & Wine Week

4-17th November 2024 

Wine & cheese by the adorable Jean-François Hesse, PR & epicurean communicator, who has enthusiastically organized Cheese & Wine Week for seven years, taking it from Paris to New York via Savoie and now throughout France. 

Prestigious sponsors and participants include Marie-Anne Cantin, Xavier Thuizat, Alexandre Mazzia, François-Xavier Demaison and Alain Fontaine du Mesturet. This year the event is going big with two weeks of celebrations throughout France from 4-17 November. 

From Lille to Nice via Strasbourg, Rennes and Bordeaux, 250 delicious locations include bistros, gourmet restaurants, hotels, cheese shops, not forgetting a host of Master Restaurateurs taking part.

Historical partners of the event, Wines of Savoie will be joined by Roquefort Caves Baragnaudes while this 2024 vintage celebrates the return of November 5th’s Cheese Day, marking the Parisian launch of the festivities. For fans of good wines, perfectly ripe cheeses and beautiful pastas (and who isn’t?) a fascinating tasting awaits on November 5th at Le Musée Vivant du Fromage. 

Happy Thanksgiving at Hôtel du Grand Voyageurs – A transatlantic culinary experience in Paris

For Thanksgiving, the Grands Voyageurs restaurant will offer a menu revisited by its chef Benoit Ayissi. From November 25th to 30th, enjoy a version of the famous American holiday, combining tradition and French gastronomy. 

The chef reinvents Thanksgiving classics adding his personal touch, offering an American culinary experience. Three courses to dive into the American spirit without leaving the capital…

Starter: Pumpkin velouté garnished with a porcini mushroom condiment and crispy crouton, this dish offers a delicious introduction to autumnal flavors.

Main: The traditional Thanksgiving poultry takes on a new form with chicken from Arnaud Tauzin adding chestnut, enriched with creamy parsnip and grilled corn, enhanced with cranberry sauce, a nod to the authentic flavors of this holiday.

Dessert: Pecan pie, bien sur, with vanilla Fontainebleau cream. 

To continue the after dinner experience, Hôtel des Grands Voyageurs offers rates starting at €250. Set in the heart of the Left Bank, this 4-star hotel offers an atmosphere both elegant and warm, perfect for those wanting to extend their gastronomic getaway with a night/nights in a designer setting.

DETAILS

Quartier Saint-Germain – Rive Gauche 
92 rue de Vaugirard, 6th 
Metro: Saint Placide 
Tel: +33 (0)1 49 54 87 00 

Emily in Paris 

In real life, “Les Deux Compères” bistro is “Terra Nera”, the Italian bistro in the 5th arrondissement. Terra Nera rolled out a new dish “Tagliata di Manzo Emily” as an homage to the show. What is it? Sliced beef tenderloin served with arugula, parmesan cheese shavings and Modena vinegar sauce. A Michelin * chef was brought onto the show in Season 3 to sculpt a real menu for the restaurant and dishes for the actors to serve. Lucas Bravo, who plays chef Gabriel, says he devours the dishes at the end of filming! And bravo Lucas for taking a two month cookery course before filming started.