Paris

Hexagone
Paris 85 Ave Kleber 75016
+33 1 42 25 98 85
Chef Pacaud’s restaurant in Paris is a sophisticated modern homage to great traditional French cooking.

Lao Tseu
209 blvd saint germain 75007 PARIS
+33 1 45 48 30 06
One of the best Chinese restaurants in Paris on Blvd. Saint Germaine.

LE BISTROT DE L’UNIVERSITE(CUISINE TRADITIONNELLE)
40 RUE DE L’UNIVERSITEB75007 PARIS
+33 1 42 61 26 64
Excellent traditional French cuisine in a very authentic atmosphere.

MONSIEUR BLEU(PALAIS DE TOKYO)
20 AVENUE DE NEW YORK 75016 PARIS
+33 1 47 20 90 47
Most trendy terrace restaurant in Paris with fabulous food. Went with Eric and Lena Barenton.

Laiterie Sainte Clotilde(Sophisticated Simplicity)
Cozy Bistro in the 7th on Bellechase 75007
+33 1 45 51 74 61
Went with Lena and Eric Barenton, designers, manufactures and retailers of the brand Charabia.

Brasserie Barbes
2 Boulevard Barbès, 75018 Paris
+33 1 42 64 52 23
Brasserie Café Bar Restaurant Dancing A very hip and sophisticated Brasserie with a terrace in what is a very lively are of Paris. Went there with Greg Nikolaidus WELOVEWORDS/WELOVEFOOD

LA

Mama Shelter
6500 Selma Avenue LA 90028
1 (323) 785-6666
A funky boutique hotel set in the lively Hollywood area.

ACE Hotel
929 S Broadway LA 90015
1 (213) 623-3233
Luxury hip hotel in DTLA…a revival style building with its own movie theatre dating from 1919! Fabulous upstairs bar with great views.

Paris

Mama Shelter Paris
109 Rue de Bagnolet 75020 Paris
+33 1 43 48 48 48
Simple honest hip hotel to think dream or be naughty.

Hotel Paradis
41 rue de Petites Ecuries 10th
+33 1 45 23 08 22
Cool, sexy, great value and hip.

Hotel Jules and Jim
11 Rue de Gravilliers 3rd
+33 1 44 54 13 13
Stylish, affordable, and friendly.

Hotel Particulier Montmarte
23 Avenue Junot 18th
+33 1 53 41 81 40
Stylish 19th century townhouse turned into a hotel with artistic and cinematic themes.

Shopping

Androuët
37 Rue de Verneuil, 75007
The best place in Paris for those who love cheese—over 200 different selections!

Antoine et Lili
95 Quai de Valmy, 75010
A very boho shop full of irresistible fashions and accessories, located on the very cool Canal SaintMartin.

Azzedine Alaïa
7 Rue de Moussy, 75004
Identified by a small bell on the exterior, the shop interior is fantastic and filled with gorgeous creations in figure-hugging styles.

BHV (Bazar de l’Hôtel de Ville)
52 Rue de Rivoli, 75004
A complete and functional department store in the Marais, just across the street from the Hôtel de Ville, Paris’ city hall. This store has everything you would ever need. The hardware store in the basement alone has more product offerings than a whole Home Depot! This is the only place in Paris where I can find whatever it is I am looking for.

Le Bon Marché
24 Rue de Sèvres, 75007
The oldest department store in Paris—very elegant and the food halls are incredible.

Chanel
31 Rue Cambon, 75001
Headquarters of the Chanel empire where Coco began her atelier; it remains largely similar to the way it was in her time. I make a point to purchase my Coco perfume here.

Charabia
11 Rue Madame, 75006
The ultimate fashion destination for girls and young women. Lena Barenton’s designs are irresistible and favorites of celebrities.

Christian Louboutin
38–40 Rue de Grenelle, 75007
The red leather sole—to own a pair is every woman’s dream!

Colette
213 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001
This is my go-to place to discover trends—a pioneer concept store with carefully selected fashions, shoes, design, books, cosmetics, electronics, jewelry, and accessories.

Comptoir des Cotonniers
124 Rue Vieille du Temple, 75004
Women’s collections that combine modernity with timeless chic in an intimate and luminous atmosphere.

Diptyque
34 Blvd. Saint-Germain, 75005
The best candles in Paris. The figuier scent is my favorite.

Galeries Lafayette
40 Blvd. Haussmann, 75009
The most famous department store in Paris—known best for its gorgeous interior dome. Incredible shopping made up of three huge buildings where you can find most anything. I spend lots of hours, and money, here. There is a fantastic view from its rooftop terrace.

Hermès
24 Rue du Faubourg, Saint-Honoré, 75008
Known for its fabulous leather articles, accessories, silk scarves, and ties, the Kelly and Birkin bags have become cult objects—exquisite interior and design.

La Hune
18 Rue de l’Abbaye, 75006
One of the leading bookstores in Paris. This is a favorite place to meet and to browse for hours. Many of the references I used to write this book were purchased here!

Isabel Marant
16 Rue de Charonne, 75011
One of the best designers in Paris—wearable designs with an ethnic touch. This shop is fantastic.

The Kooples
191 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001
Inspired by men and women borrowing each other’s styles, the clothes here have a unisex feel— always chic and fantastic quality.

Longchamp
404 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001
My favorite brand for beautiful leather accessories— classic, timeless, elegant, and high quality with a deeply rooted equestrian history.

Louis Vuitton
101 Avenue des Champs-Élysées, 75008
Luxury boutique that showcases the splendid fashion and accessories for which the brand is known worldwide.

La Maison du Chocolat
52 Rue François 1er, 75008
The best handmade chocolates—the display windows are full of temptation and the truffles are worth the sin.

Maje
42 Rue du Four, 75006
Slightly quirky and always cutting edge, Maje is feminine and bold, with must-haves each season.

Merci
111 Blvd. Beaumarchais, 75003
A concept store where you can find books, home design, fashion accessories, and espresso.

Les Petites
10 Rue du Four, 75006
The perfect representation of the chic Parisian look with work-appropriate basics and classic takes on runway trends.

Poilane
8 Rue du Cherche-Midi, 75006
The best bread in Paris is baked here—an unforgettable experience.

Printemps Haussmann
64 Blvd. Haussmann, 75009
A beautiful, upscale, grandiose, kitsch department store with a fantastic selection of brands, products, and services. The window displays are incredibly creative.

Sandro
50 Rue Vieille du Temple 75004
Special, feminine, and distinctly French clothes for women—revisited classics with a chic edge for men.

Spree
16 Rue la Vieuville, 75018
An unusual boutique filled with young fashion designers—a place to discover new designs and designers.

Surface to Air
108 Rue Vieille du Temple, 75003
Showcases fashion, art, and design—a great place to check out new trends.

Hotels

Le Bristol Paris
112 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008
Located in the best shopping area of Paris and featured in Woody Allen’s movie, Midnight in Paris.

Le Citizen Hotel
96 Quai de Jemmapes, 75010
Understated design with canal views, located in an area filled with a new generation of chic cafés, shops, and restaurants.

Four Seasons Hotel George V
31 Avenue George V, 75008
One of the top addresses in Paris and one of the finest hotels in the world. This is one of the best places to experience the spirit of French luxury.

L’Hôtel
13 Rue des Beaux-Arts, 75006
In the heart of Saint-Germain, this is a very small and special boutique hotel with an interior designed by Jacques Garcia.

Hôtel Bel-Ami
7–11 Rue Saint-Benoît, 75006
Located in the heart of Saint-Germain—very stylish, urban chic, and comfortable. This is where I used to stay before I had a flat in the city.

Hôtel Costes
239–241 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001
This hotel, with its popular bar and courtyard restaurant, is a meeting place for beautiful people.

Hôtel d’Angleterre
44 Rue Jacob, 75006
A charming hotel in Saint-Germain with a rich history (Hemingway stayed here).

Hôtel du Nord
102 Quai de Jemmapes, 75010
An atmospheric hotel on the Canal Saint-Martin; edgy with a hipster vibe and famous for Marcel Carné’s movie masterpiece Hôtel du Nord.

Hôtel du Petit Moulin
29–31 Rue de Poitou, 75003
Christian Lacroix converted what was once a boulangerie (bakery) into one of the quirkiest hotels in Paris. Quite the design hotel, here you experience haute couture as a lifestyle.

Hôtel Plaza Athénée
25 Avenue Montaigne, 75008
An elegant and luxurious hotel, Ducasse’s restaurant and bar make it one of the city’s most talked about places. The magnificent exterior has flowers everywhere, making it charming and glamorous. This hotel often appears in TV shows and movies.

Hôtel Récamier
3 bis Place Saint-Sulpice, 75006
A luxurious boutique hotel near Saint-Sulpice, where you can follow the trail of Dan Brown’s novel The Da Vinci Code.

Pavillon de la Reine
28 Place des Vosges, 75003
The nicest hotel in the Marais, located on the beautiful Place des Vosges. A mix of old and new, it is a secret hideaway surrounded by some of the best art galleries in Paris.

Pershing Hall
49 Rue Pierre Charron, 75008
Hidden discreetly behind a classic Paris façade is a courtyard with a lush vertical garden, making this hotel a very special retreat.

Le Royal Monceau—Raffles Paris
37 Avenue Hoche, 75008
Another Starck masterpiece, and an artist’s heaven—very, very stylish.

Shangri-La
10 Avenue d’Léna, 75116
Quite the luxury hotel and spa with gorgeous views of the city and excellent dining rooms and bars, which makes this one of my personal favorites to enjoy with a crowd.

Restaurants

Angelina
226 Rue de Rivoli, 75001
Beautiful tearoom with gorgeous ceilings, exquisite furnishings, and fabulous, fluffy cakes.

Apicius
20 Rue d’Artois, 75008
Glamorous décor and service and sensational cuisine.

L’Avenue
41 Avenue Montaigne, 75008
Light and healthy cuisine—and the interior is designed in my favorite color, violet. This is a popular meeting place for celebs and journalists.

Bar Du Marché
53 Rue Vieille du Temple, 75004
Great café located in the center of the Marais and all the best shopping—terrific service and value.

La Bastide Blanche
1 Blvd. de Courcelles, 75008
An upscale Parisian brasserie that has a French menu with a twist and a cool artistic vibe. It was the setting for many meetings with this book’s French illustrator, Eric Giriat.

Bofinger
5–7 Rue de la Bastille, 75004
Incredible Art Nouveau interior—seafood, sausages, and celebrities.

Bon
25 Rue de la Pompe, 75116
An upscale and beautifully designed restaurant by Philippe Starck, featuring a healthy, light cuisine.

Bouillon Chartier
7 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009
Good French fare in an authentic and lively environment. Opened in 1896, it is an official historical monument.

Brasserie Balzar
49 Rue des Écoles, 75005
No visit to Paris is complete without a stop here. An Art Deco masterpiece with a classic French menu—originally a meeting place for intellectuals and now a very popular restaurant.

Brasserie Lipp
151 Blvd. Saint-Germain, 75006
This Hemingway haunt has a spectacular Art Deco interior, classic French cuisine, and waiters with attitude.

Brasserie Thoumieux
79 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007
Beautiful interior and a classic French menu with style.

Café de Flore
172 Blvd. Saint-Germain, 75006
A historic café and meeting place for artists and writers.

Café Louise, 155 Blvd. Saint-Germain, 75006
This restaurant has the best burger in Paris—a must! Great French fare with a flair as well.

Café Marly at the Louvre
93 Rue de Rivoli, 75001
Spectacular location with a view of the Louvre.

Chez Fernand
13 Rue Guisarde, 75006
In the heart of Saint-Germain, a classic French bistro with red-and-white checkered tablecloths. This is a great place to meet for lunch; I often meet my friends in the design business here.

La Coupole
102 Blvd. du Montparnasse, 75014
Magnificent Art Deco dining room with classic Parisian brasserie food; full of bustle.

Cristal Room Baccarat
11 Place des États-Unis, 75116
Designed by Philippe Starck, the ambience is très chic and they have a great wine list.

Dino
8 Chaussée de la Muette, 75016
My favorite Italian restaurant in Paris—best pizzas, pastas, and salads.

Frenchie
5–6 Rue du Nil, 75002
Fabulous food, cool vibe, great service, and great wines. Lots of fun—a must!

La Gare
19 Chaussée de la Muette, 75016
A train station converted into a spectacularly designed restaurant, with a fantastic menu offering prixfixe options.

Gaya Rive Gauche
44 Rue du Bac, 75007
A fantastic modern seafood restaurant with fresh fish and unique specialties only found here. Their exceptionally light preparation of fish is delightful.

Le Georges at the Centre Pompidou
19 Rue Beaubourg, 6th floor, 75004
A fantastic view of the city with a contemporary architectural flair.

Le Grand Bistro de la Muette
10 Chaussée de la Muette, 75016
The best value in Paris, with a prix-fixe menu, elegant décor, and outstanding service.

Le Jules Verne at the Eiffel Tower
Avenue Gustave Eiffel, 75007
Incredible view of Paris and luxury dining—very romantic and special!

Ladurée
16 Rue Royale, 75008
My favorite tearoom in Paris. The macarons are addictive and make great gifts.

Ma Bourgogne
19 Place des Vosges, 75004
A favorite of mine in the Marais, amidst all the art galleries; a typical French menu and a view of the beautiful Place des Vosges.

Mariage Frères
30–32 Rue du Bourg-Tibourg, 75004
Best selection of teas anywhere. I love the salads and cakes.

Market
15 Avenue Matignon, 75008
Elegant and stylish—distinctive fusion cuisine.

Les Ombres at the Musée du Quai Branly
27 Quai Branly, 75007
A fantastic bar with a great view of the Eiffel Tower.

La Pâtisserie des Rêves
111 Rue de Longchamp, 75016
This pâtisserie of dreams takes an artful approach to cakes and classic baked goods— beautiful, unusual, and a great place to have a morning pastry.

Silencio
142 Rue Montmartre, 75002
A private club and meeting place for artists, writers, and creative types, designed by David Lynch. This is my favorite place to go for drinks, cinema, lectures, and music—very inspirational.

Spoon
14 Rue de Marignan, 75008
This Ducasse- and Starck-inspired restaurant is a favorite of mine for its outstanding fusion fare that you can mix and match.