Home – – L’Abeille!!! This is a return I must do as Chef Moret continues to expose our palates to exceptional cuisine that’s always perfection personified. Words fail me, as each return brings about a new and fantastic innovation. Chef Moret’s continued stroke of genius is an experience you shouldn’t miss as his over the
I can’t believe it’s been almost nine years since I last dined at Alain Ducasse in Plaza Athénée. Although the years have come and gone, one thing remains at the center of my experience – – EXCELLENCE!!! From reuniting with Chef Sommelier Laurent Roucayrol, meeting the new amazing staff whose service was impeccable (hello Sarah
Timeless, Elegant, Perfection, Sophisticated, Gravitas; the superlatives are endless, but one word captures the many – – BACCARAT!!! How fitting, Sagacious Palate has landed in one of the most prestigious and sought after crystal producers’ museums in the world, with a personal tour conducted by the incomparable Madame Michaela Lerch, Curator and Director of the
Yes, this is Baccarat’s Cristal Room, where one has the opportunity to be totally surrounded by and immersed in the rare and refined that is Baccarat. My fascination for this luxury item knows no bounds. It was the initial stay at Baccarat New York that set me on this journey of complete and total loyalty
After settling in at the Peninsula it was time to head up to the rooftop for lunch. It goes without saying – – L’Oiseau Blanc is one of our favorite spots to experience some amazing cuisine and take in a wonderful view of Paris. Chef Sidney was on holiday, but his team didn’t miss a
Having spent several hours in and out of The Peninsula the last two visits and getting to know Chef Sydney, Rodolphe Protat-koffler and Monsieur Sylvian at L’Oiseau Blanc I knew coming back to Paris would not be complete if accommodations were not at The Peninsula. The sheer hospitality and generosity from the staff throughout the
I touched down in Paris and my entire being changed for I knew what awaited me as this was my yearly return to dine and enjoy “My Paris,” as we all have one, and mine is always centered around exceptional accommodations, superb chefs, intriguing sommeliers, priceless art, and highly skilled and professional musicians – –
I kicked off my March Madness with a trip to NY for a return to one of my favorite dining spots and to experience La Traviata before heading to Paris where nothing was spared – – the madness in Paris will be posted shortly. Back at Daniel as this is always an event and tonight
What happens when one of my favorite chefs recommends one of his favorite chefs??? PURE ECSTASY!!! This was the experience at Les Tablettes as Chef Gyo Santa insisted we visit during our stay in Paris. I must admit, the experience was sublime, so much so, we ended up visiting twice and enjoyed the second round
