Discovery alert! We discovered a sublime ephemeral confidential café that should put stars in your eyes: Café Ginori, the result of a collaboration between Ginori 1735 and Potel & Chabot. Don’t miss out on discovering their tea time, aperitivo and pop-up store from December 16 to 23, 2024 and January 4 to 11, 2025, at the Hôtel d’Évreux, Place Vendôme in Paris.
We went to discover the Café Ginoriwho settled temporarily at theÉvreux HotelPlace Vendôme. Attached to the Hôtel du Ritz, you will have to cross the courtyard and take the front door to climb to the first floor and thus discover the exceptional lounges of this unique place which opens its doors to us from December 16 to 23, 2024 a you January 4 to 11, 2025.
This ephemeral café, born from the collaboration between Ginori 1735the prestigious Italian lifestyle brand, and Potel & Chabotthe masters of receptions and French culinary art, offers a moment of relaxation around a tea time or a aperitifin an atmosphere where Italian refinement meets Parisian know-how.
Upon arrival, you are struck by the calm and elegance of the place. The lounges of the Hôtel d’Évreux, adorned with carefully thought-out details, serve as a setting for this unique experience. Sitting facing the large windows overlooking Place Vendôme, we enjoy a particularly pleasant view, especially when the Christmas decorations light up the place.
The tea timeproposed to €85 per personis designed as a taste journey in several stages. The service begins with a delicate welcome around a parmesan breadstickfollowed by pecorino madeleines and a truffle sandwichesoffered with a supplement of fresh black truffle for lovers.
Sweet lovers are not left out with creations like a semi cold noisetteand maritozzo gourmand and one panna cotta to share which is just to die for, available according to taste with praline, pistachio or vanilla pear jelly (we couldn’t choose, we tasted all 3). Note that from December 16 to 23, it is a log elegant tiramisu and crunchy which is served to you while from January 4 to 11, a portion of king cake of Potel & Chabot, will take over.
Each dish is presented with care, the plates playing on elegant shapes and colors from the Italian East collection de Ginori 1735.
We let ourselves be lulled by the sound of the harp, feeling like we are privileged in this exceptional place with impeccable service. From time to time, between two bites, a glance towards the windows reminds us of this magical view from the first floor which offers us some of the most beautiful Christmas decorations in Paris. The illuminations of the luxury boutiques, the large Christmas trees and the free carousel on the square are enough to enchant us.
In the evening, theaperitif extends the experience in a more festive atmosphere. The lights of Place Vendôme are reflected in the lounges, offering a subdued atmosphere conducive to exchanges. On the menu, revisited Italian classics, such as soft gnocchi or a truffle sandwichesare accompanied by light cocktails. The strong point remains Tiramisu-inspired Christmas logboth delicious and subtle.
The whole thing is distinguished by particular attention to detail: the service is discreet and attentive, the plates impeccably prepared, and the setting, with its decorative touches taken from the Ginori 1735 collections, creates a pleasant harmony. It is also possible to acquire unique pieces on site, such as plates or decorative objects, reflecting the know-how of the house.
A pop-up store Ginori 1735 highlights Florentine know-how. You can also discover an exclusive box set around the Galette des Rois. This collaboration embodies a fusion between French gastronomy and Italian craftsmanship.
The iconic Galette des rois from Potel and Chabot reinvents itself with the elegant creations of Ginori 1735. Discover a limited edition box, including a Signature pancake for 6 to 8 people, accompanied by a matching dish and bean in Italian porcelain, specially designed by Ginori 1735 for €160 . Only 1000 boxes available!
If the idea of a timeless moment in the heart of Paris appeals to you, this pop-up winter cafe worth stopping there, if only to enjoy a moment of tranquility in an exceptional place. Think about to book to enjoy this experience in the best conditions.
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