Dine at the historic Maison Baccarat in Paris, reimagined by…

“My goal is to create a realm of imagination, reimagination and relaxation,” Ducasse tells us on opening day. To bring this vision to life, he collaborated with French sculptor and architect Jean-Guillaume Mathiaut. With the support of Philippe Starck, one of Baccarat’s most important collaborators, Mathiaut adopted Ducasse’s concept and proposed a bold idea: to decorate the walls of the main dining room with wooden shelves in the style of a cabinet of curiosities, which contrasted beautifully with the neo-modern style of the room. classic elements. This interplay of collision and harmony, a recurring theme throughout the restaurant, is further enhanced by elegant Baccarat crystal pieces – discover the “Sora” lantern, a collaboration with Eriko Horiki, in the restaurant’s private dining area, the chef’s table.

This setting serves as an ideal backdrop for guests to appeal to all five senses as they explore the dishes on offer. “What we present must stimulate the imagination,” says Christophe Saintagne, the chef who works closely with his mentor Ducasse. Expect unconventional and visually stunning dishes like crispy oysters or lobster in shades of blue, white and pink – Ducasse has inspired some of the recipes from his personal Baccarat tableware collection.

The adjacent Midi-Minuit bar serves cocktails inspired by the typical Baccarat glasses in a modern interior. A highlight is the light Crystal Tonic, which contains gin, aquavit, lime juice, tonic syrup and olive brine. The cocktail is served in the brand’s Harcourt glass, accompanied by heaping kakigori (Japanese-style shaved ice). Behind the bar is a dimly lit octagonal wine cellar decorated with a painted canvas by Gérard Garouste and illuminated by a chandelier designed by Jaime Hayon.

The ballroom remains extravagantly decorated with classic woodwork and beautiful frescoes. Once a hotspot for surrealist gatherings, including the screening of Luis Buñuel’s avant-garde 1930s film The Golden AgeEven today, the venue still serves as a place for modern meetings and exchanges. An exciting cultural program with concerts, book signings and live performances is coming up. Details will be announced shortly. Each event is complemented by delicious food and drinks from the Alain Ducasse Baccarat kitchen.

Alain Ducasse Baccarat is located at 11 Pl. des États-Unis, 75116 Paris, France, ducasse-baccarat-paris.com