An exploration of culinary excellence that transcends the plate, navigating the space between the hushed precision of Michelin-starred kitchens and the vibrant innovations of global masters. We curate the narratives of those who transform seasonal ingredients into edible art, ensuring the 'Art de Vivre' is tasted in every detail—a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and the visionary chefs who define the modern palate.
THERE IS A PRECISE MOMENT during a lunch on the Riviera when the theater of the Mediterranean ceases to be a backdrop and becomes the main event. At La Vigie Zanoni, suspended over the rocky shoreline at the far tip of the Monte-Carlo Beach peninsula, that moment arrives somewhere along the shaded pine path that leads to the terrace—a walk that feels...
GASTRONOMY
IN MONACO, the air during the Grand Prix is not merely composed of oxygen; it is a pressurized compound of high-octane fuel, scorched rubber, and the electric tension of absolute stakes. It is a season where the Principality sheds its skin of Mediterranean lethargy to become a cathe...
By Antonio Salvatore
GASTRONOMY
IT’S FAIR TO SAY that Amazónico Monte-Carlo has generated quite a buzz since its grand opening on the rooftop of the newly revamped Café de Paris in the spring of 2024. As someone who tends to steer clear of hype, the fourth addition to the Amazónico concept - following Madrid, Duba...
By Suzanna Chambers
GASTRONOMY
FINDING THE PERFECT LUNCH spot in Monaco is no easy feat. Authentic, home-cooked food, a charming setting, and reasonable prices rarely come together in the Principality. Enter Maison Sœurs, the new restaurant from sisters Gwendoline Pillai and Ilona Dumas, tucked away on a pictures...
By Suzanna Chambers
GASTRONOMY
SUMMER IN MONACO isn’t just a season - it’s a state of mind. The moment the Grand Prix cars roll out, Monaco shifts gears. That’s when summer really begins for me. This year, it all feels a little different: tourists are arriving in new patterns, locals are sticking around longer, a...
By Antonio Salvatore
GASTRONOMY
EATING OUT UNDER THE FIERCE Monaco sun at lunchtime can often feel more punishing than pleasurable. But not when it comes to Zia at Odyssey. This pop-up restaurant has sprung to life in the shaded, verdant oasis beside the pool at the Hotel Metropole—and it’s turning midday dining i...
By Suzanna Chambers
GASTRONOMY
I AM A VERY FRIENDLY GUY. I love everyone. But in my profession, it’s tough to build real friendships. I’m always working, flying between my two restaurants in Monaco and New York, and when I’m not working, I’m spending time with my family and kids. And then there’s my age—you don’t...
By Antonio Salvatore
GASTRONOMY
AS A BRIT LIVING in the South of France for a number of years, I was both curious and intrigued when I heard a British-inspired restaurant was coming to Monaco. In my experience, French friends aren’t exactly kind when it comes to English cuisine—in fact, I’d say they can be downrig...
By Suzanna Chambers
GASTRONOMY
I CAN'T REMEBER A TIME when I didn’t cook. It’s been a part of me since I was a small boy growing up in Basilicata, in southern Italy. As kids, we were always expected to help in the kitchen. And as soon as I got home from school, I’d head straight into the garden to pick the vegeta...
By Antonio Salvatore
GASTRONOMY
WHEN I RECEIVED a heartfelt message from a friend saying she couldn’t remember the last time she’d enjoyed a relaxed meal so much, I was truly touched. I too cherished our long, leisurely lunch at Marius Monaco, but I know the true quality of the afternoon had little to do with me a...
By Suzanna Chambers
GASTRONOMY
GLORIA GIANOGLIO had a lifelong love of chocolate but she could never have imagined that in only one year she’d be able to create Queen of Brownies. It’s a dream she never knew she had: to work alongside her brother, Luigi, as a family and create ultra-gourmet, personalized cakes. T...
By Helga Piaget
GASTRONOMY
MONACO HAS BEEN MY HOME now for nine years, and I love the challenge of living here and the fire this gives you to push yourself harder. Everyone needs to move forward, find new ideas, and adapt to new norms. That’s exactly what is happening to the restaurant scene, but not just in Monaco, although...
By Antonio Salvatore
GASTRONOMY
LUNCH DIDN’T BEGIN under the best circumstances. With a hatred of being late, I’d left ample time to find Chez Pierre at 4 avenue de la Madone. But after two and a half circuits of the Metropole shopping center, I obviously looked adequately harassed that I was stopped by a security guard making his...
By Suzanna Chambers
GASTRONOMY
I THOROUGHLY TAKE PLEASURE in the art of eating in good company and tend to be more enticed by mouthwatering conversation than what’s on the plate in front of me. A lunch at La Pêcherie U Luvassu, at 8 Quai l’Hirondelle, was an exception. It began with the first mo...
By Nancy Heslin