Where to go for haute cuisine

      The art of haute cuisine is taking on new facets in the restaurants of luxury hotels, from the azure shores of Cannes to the golden dunes of Dubai. Here, chefs, like alchemists, mix local traditions with global trends: Mediterranean accents, Japanese omakase, Arab luxury. Each dish is a ticket to a gastronomic journey, where even dessert becomes a philosophy, and dinner is a performance without borders.

      Gastronomic symphony Cheval Blanc Paris

      

      Spring in Paris is the time when the city turns into a blooming garden, and the Cheval Blanc Paris Hotel becomes the epicenter of gastronomic inspiration. The symbol of this season here is not only cherry blossoms, whose curves are reflected on the facade in the avant-garde work of Jean-Michel Othoniel, but also the exquisite tastes that are born in his restaurants.

      At the height of the seventh floor, the Michelin-starred Le Tout-Paris terrace opens in spring. Here, the menu is complemented by a panorama of the Seine and the island of Cite, creating a harmony of visual and gustatory enjoyment. And in April, guests will enjoy the opening of Le Jardin, a chameleon restaurant that operates only in the warmer months, where dishes made from seasonal products turn into edible poems.

      However, the main chord of the hotel's spring gastronomy is the Hakuba restaurant, which opened in March 2024. This is a bold dialogue between France and Japan: three Michelin stars Arnaud Donkel, pastry genius Maxim Frederick and master Takuya Watanabe create an omakase menu where precision technology meets the philosophy of authenticity. Every dish is a ritual, from perfectly sliced sashimi to desserts that balance between fragility and richness.

      Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort: A gastronomic oasis

      

      On the picturesque coast of Cyprus, Cap St. Georges Hotel & The resort has long gained the status of a gastronomic Mecca, gathering world-renowned chefs under its roof. On March 28 and 29, 2025, the Sky7 gourmet restaurant, located at the top of the hotel, will reopen its doors to connoisseurs of refined tastes. This time, the star of the evening will be the Belgian master Christophe Ardiquest, Michelin star winner and chef of the Menssa restaurant in Indonesia.

      Ardiquest, which was trained by the legends Roland Debust and Yves Mattagne (holders of two Michelin stars), will bring its own unique style to the menu — a balance of technique and creativity. His dishes, marked by membership in the prestigious associations Grandes Tables du Monde and Association des Maîtres-Cuisiniers, will become a dialogue of tradition and innovation. But the main secret of the dinner is the ingredients grown in the ecological garden of Perivoli, spread over 44,000 m2 by the Mediterranean Sea. Juicy citrus fruits, fragrant herbs, olives and grapes gathered in the shade of palm trees turn into the basis of culinary masterpieces here.

      Hotel guests can not only enjoy dinner, but also immerse themselves in the process: harvesting at Perivoli becomes an adventure for the whole family. While adults learn how to take care of the garden, children discover the taste of freshly picked fruits.

      Cap St Georges Hotel & The resort proves that gastronomy is an art where each dish tells the story of the land, the chef and, of course, the guest.

      Six Senses Zighy Bay: Gastronomy on the edge of emotions

      

      The Six Senses Zighy Bay Hotel in Oman is rethinking the idea of a sumptuous dinner, turning it into a multi-layered trip for all the senses. The Sense on the Edge restaurant, hovering at an altitude of 293 meters above the turquoise waters of Zigi Bay, offers guests not just a menu, but a real taste show called "Journey of the Senses".

      This 12-step gastronomic route is a tribute to the rugged beauty of Oman and the culinary heritage of the world. Every dish, from crunchy seafood to tender vegetables, is created with organic ingredients from the hotel's own farm in Dibba. Even the air here becomes part of the recipe: the aromas of spices and citrus fruits merge with the salty breeze of the Gulf of Oman, and the panorama of the Hajar Mountains frames the meal like a living decoration.

      The restaurant's team accompanies guests through each chapter of this adventure, revealing the secrets of the dishes and offering signature drinks — from fermented teas to wines selected by the head sommelier. But the highlight of the evening is not waiting for the guests at the table: upon returning to the villa, they are greeted by a surprise from the chef - an exquisite touch that completes the magic of the night.

      Before the beginning of summer, Sense on the Edge offers a rare chance to experience how cooking becomes an art of transformation. Here, food is a bridge between the land, the sea and the human imagination. For those who are looking not just for dinner, but for revelation, this place is a point on the map where memories are born.

      Fouquet's Dubai: French elegance under the shadow of the Burj Khalifa

      

      For more than 120 years, Fouquet's has been associated with impeccable taste and an aura of Parisian luxury. The legendary restaurant, whose doors have been opened in Cannes, Marrakech and New York, is now conquering Dubai, bringing a touch of timeless French sophistication to its dynamic rhythm.

      Located in the heart of the city, in the famous Burj Plaza, Fouquet's Dubai is a gastronomic universe combining three spaces. La Brasserie invites you to the world of classic dishes with the signature of chef Pierre Gagnier, winner of three Michelin stars. Its menu, based on local products, turns traditional recipes into culinary masterpieces. Le Toit Rooftop Lounge Bar offers cocktails with panoramic views of the city, while Le Salon Diane is designed for business meetings in an atmosphere of privacy.

      French designer Bruno Barrion masterfully combined Parisian chic with the energy of the Middle East. Black and white portraits of movie stars, wooden panels and scarlet textile accents create interiors where the past meets the future. The restaurant's terrace becomes the perfect stage for dinner: the mesmerizing view of the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, adds to the magic of the moment.

      Fouquet's Dubai is an opportunity to feel the pulse of time while remaining true to eternal values.: taste, aesthetics and art live beautifully.

      Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes: Gastrobal at the edge The Mediterranean Sea

      

      If Paris is the capital of fashion, then Cannes is the heart of Mediterranean gastronomy. This year, the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes invites gourmets to meet a legend: on April 4, Le Ciro's, a restaurant whose name has been associated with the French elite since 1920, will open on its beach. After leaving Deauville for the first time, he will bring the spirit of coastal chic and culinary excellence to Cannes.

      The main characters of the menu are seafood, reinterpreted through the prism of haute cuisine. Signature bouillabaisse, brewed according to a recipe that remembers the Art Deco era, is juxtaposed with innovative freeze-dried crudo and grilled shrimp, whose aroma is reminiscent of the sea breeze. Each dish is a dialogue between tradition and modernity, where local ingredients become part of an edible poem.

      The design by Jordana Arrivec turns lunch into a trip along the Cote d'Azur. Lacquered wood, deep blue accents, decor in the form of shells and sails — even the air here seems saturated with salt and the sun. Tables set up by the water's edge offer a choice: whether to enjoy lunch under the rustle of the waves or dinner under the stars, when candles are reflected in crystal glasses.

      Le Ciro's is not just a restaurant, but the philosophy of "art de vivre". Morning coffee with a croissant, cocktail at sunset in the company of a pink sky or dessert accompanied by surf.

      The Hôtel Barrière Le Royal Deauville and the Hôtel Barrière Le Normandy Deauville: The gastronomic splendor of the Barrière hotels in Deauville

      

      The Barrière hotel collection, synonymous with luxury and sophistication, attracts the attention of gourmets from all over the world. In the heart of romantic Deauville, two of its pearl representatives — the Hôtel Barrière Le Normandy Deauville and the Hôtel Barrière Le Royal Deauville — offer a unique gastronomic experience embodied in their famous restaurants.

      You will be transported back to the time of the "Belle Époque" as soon as you open the door of the La Belle Époque restaurant at the Hôtel Barrière Le Normandy Deauville. Designer Alexander Danan recreated the atmosphere of elegance: bay windows, crystal chandeliers and a glass roof filling the hall with natural light turn the dinner into a cinematic action. Here, classic French charm meets romance, and the menu, based on traditional recipes, is complemented by modern accents.

      The interior, inspired by the palace apartments, combines gold tones, wooden panels, curtains on the windows overlooking the English Channel.  All this is a 10-minute walk away, at the Hôtel Barrière Le Royal Deauville. Le Côte Royal restaurant is a real kingdom of elegance and gastronomic excellence. Chef Eric Provost, inspired by Norman products, creates dishes where local seafood, cheeses and apples turn into a symphony of flavors.

      Both restaurants emphasize Barrière's philosophy: impeccable service, respect for local ingredients, and the art of turning a meal into an unforgettable ritual. For true culinary connoisseurs, visiting these addresses is not just a dinner, but an immersion in a world where every detail speaks of love for France and its gastronomic heritage.