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Christmas Eve & Christmas Day in Paris

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day in Paris

by Anne Shirley
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  • 1. La Maison Rose
  • 2. Les Deux Magots
  • 3. Bel Canto
  • 4. La Bonne Franquette
  • 5. Angelina Paris
  • P. S.
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2022 is about to make way for the next year full of hopes, dreams, and plans. All of us wish to spend Christmas and New Year's days with lots of warmth and joy. Paris, being the recognized global cultural, artistic, and fashion hub for many decades, seems to be an ideal setting for the winter holiday season for many people. We have decided to research the most famous and important establishments that used to be the beloved rendezvous spots of the world's greatest creative minds. True to their rich history and every inch Parisian, the featured restaurants and cafes still remain an integral part of the city. Let’s find out about the special Christmas offers at these legendary fine-dining places in the capital of France.

1. La Maison Rose
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La Maison Rose
#5906 of 31595 restaurants in Paris, France
2 Rue de l'Abreuvoir, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Closed until 11:30AM
Pavlova
Pavlova

An interesting fact about this dessert is that it is named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova. This meringue dessert has a crispy crust and soft inside. Pavlova can be decorated with fruits and whipped cream.

Back in 1905, a Catalan artist, Ramon Pichot, bought this tiny house with an intention to use it as his studio. That is precisely what happened next, and he would frequently have other artists over, such as his friends, Dali and Picasso. But how did Pichot’s painter’s hub turn into one of the most recognizable restaurants in Montmartre with its signature pastel pink walls and mint green shutters? Cherchez la femme, and in this case – Germaine Gargallo. She became Ramon’s wife and after gathering great inspiration on their trip to Spain, Germaine decided to repaint the house and turn it into a restaurant. Soon, La Maison Rose has become a meeting point for talented artists, singers, writers, and actors. Suzanne Valadon, Albert Camus, Alain Delon, and many more used to be its frequent visitors. Nowadays, this charming place has become one of the most iconic corners on the Montmartre hill. The owner still follows the original philosophy of a welcoming neighbourhood table and takes care of the environment by choosing eco-conscious trade and avoiding the usage of plastic bottles and straws. They support local agriculture – hence the seasonal menu.

La Maison RoseLa Maison Rose

For the most beautiful setting in Paris, book a table and enjoy Christmas lunch at La Maison Rose. Firstly, you will be welcomed with a glass of prosecco or an organic kir. For starters, there is a choice between vegan and gluten-free pumpkin and chestnut soup or deviled eggs with red caviar. The non-vegan main course is a 7-hour lamb roast with mashed potatoes and cognac-flambeed pears. You can also order vegan stuffed cabbage with dried fruits, rice, vegetables, and tomato sauce. Next, there will be a cheese plate accompanied by a glass of organic wine. For dessert, you can pick either a chocolate and chestnut Pavlova or a vegan chocolate, hazelnut, and coffee raw cake. Enjoy the freshness and tenderness of local comfort surrounded by a warm country-style decor of the emblematic La Maison Rose.

Christmas Lunch Menu – €59

2. Les Deux Magots
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Les Deux Magots
#1294 of 15099 cafes in Paris, France
6 Pl. Saint-Germain des Prés, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Closed until 7:30AM
Pancakes
Pancakes

Pancakes are thick fritters. In addition to syrup, pancakes are served with bananas or ice cream. People prefer eating them for breakfast. You can try pancakes in almost any snack bar worldwide, they are very popular.

Located on the Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris, Les Deux Magots is anything but an ordinary eatery. Since its opening in 1884, this authentic Parisian establishment has become heart and soul for the literary and intellectual life of the French capital. Just imagine for a second, how inspiring and fascinating it can be: sitting at a small round table on the restaurant’s terrace, enjoying a cup of coffee during the chilling winter morning hours and wondering how Bertolt Brecht, Simone de Beauvoir, Jean-Paul Sartre, or Ernest Hemingway would sit on this very terrace at some time and write down some of their thoughts on a piece of paper every now and again. On a regular day, you can even order The Hemingway Breakfast including a hot drink of your choice, egg and toast, freshly pressed juice, and a fruit salad. If your mood in the morning is more mysterious and slightly infernal, try JP Sartre Breakfast featuring pastries and toasts with Poitou-Charentes butter, homemade jam and honey, a hot drink, fresh orange or grapefruit juice, and a fruit salad too.

 Les Deux Magots Les Deux Magots

If you are looking for a place to have the most inspiring Christmas brunch in Paris, book a table at Les Deux Magots, and you won’t be disappointed. On December 25th, starting from 10:30 a. m. and until 3:30 p. m., surround yourself with the original Art Deco interior design and savor Saint Germain Brunch or Marine Brunch. The first option includes organic scrambled eggs, sautéed potatoes with herbs, chicken croque-monsieur, a sausage, San Daniele ham, Comté and Saint-Nectaire cheeses, and a sweet plate of seasonal delicacies. The Marine Brunch also consists of organic scrambled eggs, smoked salmon and caviar, taramasalata, mini-pancakes, Isigny cream, sautéed potatoes with herbs, various cheeses, followed by sweet seasonal bites. To add some festive perlage to your brunch, order a glass of Veuve Clicquot at Les Deux Magots.

Saint Germain Brunch – €52
Marine Brunch – €52
Veuve Clicquot (15 cl) – €10€

3. Bel Canto
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Bel Canto Paris
#6335 of 31595 restaurants in Paris, France
72 Quai de l'Hôtel de ville, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Closed until Tuesday
Polenta
Polenta

A dish made from cornmeal, which in most cases resembles a porridge. Polenta is eaten as a side dish or as an independent dish with various additives (mushrooms, meat, anchovies, etc.), in a fried or baked form.

On the banks of the Seine, at a gourmet restaurant Bel Canto, you will find yourself in the world of Vivaldi, Puccini, Mozart, and Verdi. This establishment’s unique feature is live lyrical singing and piano performance that accompany your meal. The comfortable ambience is created by the warm burgundy and golden shades of interior decor and dimmed chandelier lights. And while indulging in the chefs unique delicacies such as butternut cream soup with coconut milk, coriander and sunflower seeds, or grilled scallops with onion confit, celery cream and polenta, you will be mesmerized by an unexpected turn of events: the members of the restaurant team who served your food at the beginning, turn out to be professional opera singers. And when the quartet of singers takes the stage, the dining hall becomes a performance hall. Let yourself be carried away by the sounds of music on Christmas Eve at Bel Canto.

The Christmas Menu at Bel Canto includes a starter and a main course (both a la carte), an exquisite truffled Brie de Meaux and a milky Mont Blanc Buche for dessert. We recommend you taste their traditional homemade foie gras, toasted brioche with 5 spices, and shallots-grapes chutney as a starter. For the main course, our suggestion would definitely be their succulent rack of lamb with fine spices and fresh seasonal vegetables. If you prefer fish and seafood, you might be interested in tuna with sesame, vegetables, and pepper sauce, or grilled shrimps with creamy risotto.

Christmas Menu – €113

4. La Bonne Franquette
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La Bonne Franquette
#782 of 12583 pubs & bars in Paris, France
18 Rue Saint-Rustique, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Closed until 12PM
Duck confit
Duck confit

It's made with all parts of a duck. The dish has a recipe that is centuries old. The duck meat is rubbed with salt, garlic, and spices, put into the fridge for 36 hours and then cooked. It is served with vegetables.

If on your visit to Musée d’Orsay you end up spending a while in front of Van Gogh’s Terrace of a Cafe on Montmartre (La Guinguette), being in awe of its ocher and green deep colors, don’t miss a chance to visit an actual place depicted on canvas. The name of this historic restaurant is La Bonne Franquette. This place boasts charming old-fashioned atmosphere, colorful frescos on the walls, and locally sourced produce and wines. Try their exceptional roasted duck in flavorful orange sauce and fresh salmon filet accompanied by a traditional filling polenta. For each dish, their friendly and professional staff members will help you pick the perfect pairing from a long wine list featuring 200 variants. And if you want to immerse in the spirit of impressionism, join an absinth tasting at La Bonne Franquette.

La Bonne FranquetteLa Bonne Franquette

For the Christmas celebration, the team of La Bonne Franquette has come up with a simple yet elegant homely menu. After various canapes served as starters, you will be treated with an authentic silky and tender duck confit, rich smoked salmon with the side of Lyonnaise potatoes – sliced and pan-fried with onion, parsley and butter. For dessert, there is a chocolate Yule log with a cup of coffee. The true Parisian spirit of the place is maintained with soulful evening concerts by local accordionist, guitarist and singer as well as small entertaining cancan performances. For the most beautiful Montmartrois evening, book a table at La Bonne Franquette.

Christman Menu – €79 (without wine)

5. Angelina Paris
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Angelina
#302 of 4056 restaurants with desserts in Paris, France
226 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Closed until 8AM
Croissants
Croissants

A buttery, flaky pastry with a golden crust. It is very popular for breakfast. Its texture is reached by wrapping dough with butter in layers and baking with a special technique called 'laminating'.

A passionate confectioner, Anton Rumpelmayer, opened his tea house at No.226, Rue de Rivoli in 1903. Named after his daughter-in-law, Angelina, it soon has charmed locals with skilfully handcrafted desserts and attracted such creative minds as Coco Chanel and other great French fashion visionaries to indulge in sweet creations in the famous tearoom. Nowadays, this 120 years old establishment has become one of the major French attractions among the tourists wishing to sample the signature Mont-Blanc and a cup of L'Africain hot chocolate. The recipe of Mont-Blanc has never been changed: it is a crispy meringue with chestnut vermicelli, topped with a smooth whipped cream layer. To savor this masterpiece, you have to be patient: there is always a big line of sweet lovers at Angelina.

Nowadays, the heritage of Anton Rumpelmayer is carefully preserved and carried on by another talented pastry chef, Christophe Appert. For a truly Parisian morning, have your breakfast at Angelina. Here, you will start your day with freshly pressed juices, scrambled eggs, and healthy muesli. Their savory menu is on offer all day long. Don’t miss the classic onion soup, truffle ravioli, and crispy fluffy croissants filled with scrambled eggs, salmon, cheese, or ham. And during the famed teatime, pamper yourself with colorful macarons, ice creams and sundaes, eclairs, meringue desserts, chestnut cheesecake, vegan caramel pecan pie, various teas, and herbal infusions. 

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Every year, the amazing team of Angelina reinvents various traditional recipes to create outstanding Christmas treats. This winter, you have an opportunity to try a signature "Ébène" Yule log. It will bring back all your warmest childhood memories. The dessert is a harmony of a dark chocolate crunch, cocoa cookies, vanilla, milk chocolate with dark chocolate ganache. It is not only a mouthwatering treat but also an aesthetic delight with its filigreed chocolate leaves. You can also choose a hibiscus lime flavored (with lime mousse, hibiscus cream, and vanilla ganache), pistachio Mont-Blanc (meringue, Chantilly cream, pistachios, and vermicelli), or Mont-Blanc Yule log (with meringue,Chantilly cream, vermicelli, and candied chestnuts). At Angelina, you will find pastry for every taste!
Tea Time – €25

Brunch – €39,50

Breakfast – €20–€29,5

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P. S.

Visiting any of these fine establishments means something more than just having an authentic dining experience. This is a beautiful opportunity to touch the inspirational memories of the world’s most remarkable artists, writers, and musicians. And unlike in the fascinating Woody Allen’s Midnight in Paris, you can dive into the nostalgia and experience vintage fleur in broad daylight.

Best wishes for a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year from our team!

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