Alain Ducasse opens new restaurant at Byblos, St Tropez

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Alain Ducasse at Rivea, Byblos

What? Recent winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award at World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards Alain Ducasse has opened his latest restaurant – Rivea at Byblos Hotel in St Tropez. The new restaurant will replace Ducasse’s previous restaurant at the hotel but will still serve up his signature Mediterranean dishes.

When? Open now

Where? Hôtel Byblos, Avenue Maréchal Foch, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France

How? Visit www.byblos.com for more information

Fly via Brussels Airlines

Similar Posts

  • | | |

    Ten tips for painting food by Anna Koska

    ByGuest

    GO AND FIND THE REAL THING – There are limits to this of course. In the case of some obscure fish, I’m not often in a position to don a wetsuit and jump in the deep if it lives at the bottom of the inky blue, but there’s always a fish market. HANDLE THE THING – If it’s got bones, feel where they lie. If it’s got skin, get familiar with the feel and texture: hairy, bald, feathery, scaly, bit gooey, slippery, a bit want-to-put-it-down-and-run. Move it around. Check out the way the shadows play on the dips and curves. TAKE IT HOME TO MEET THE FAMILY – If I…

  • It’s all about the Kitchen Table at Bubbledogs

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Bubbledogs Kitchen Table What? Look past the queues, champagne and hot dogs to find the Kitchen Table in the back room of Bubbledogs. It’s all about fine dining done through counter service. Head chef and owner James Knappett has trained at the likes of Per Se, Noma and Marcus Wareing at the Berkeley. It’s seriously good food. When? Tuesdays to Saturdays year round Where? 70 Charlotte Street, London W1T 4QG How? Visit www.bubbledogs.co.uk for more information

  • Gift pick: The English Essentials hamper from Fortnum & Mason

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Fortnum & Mason What? Deep down, we all think that it’s not quite Christmas until we’ve received a hamper of little edible treats to enjoy on Christmas morning, before the real feasting begins, so we’re quite taken with The English Essentials hamper from Fortnum & Mason. Condiments, biscuits, chocolates and tea, it’s the perfect little package to send to friends and family abroad this season. Priced at £100. When? Available now Where? Available online from Fortnum & Mason How? Buy now from Fortnum & Mason

  • |

    The Port House on the Strand

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? The Port House What? The Port House, the tapas restaurant and bar that’s part of the Porterhouse Group in Ireland, has now opened in London. The focus is on Spanish and Portuguese food and wine. As well as fine ports and sherries, The Port House will also be offering a large selection of cava, wines and gins. When? Open now Where? 417 Strand, Covent Garden, London, WC2R 0PD How? For more information, visit porthouse.ie

  • | |

    Christmas shopping on the rails

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? British Pullman What? For one day only, British Pullman is hosting “Christmas shopping on the rails” in its carriages. Guests can enjoy a festive four course lunch while the train travels through the scenic Kent countryside. After lunch, guests can browse through carriages of luxury fashion and beauty goods. Harrods, Ettinger and ESPA are just a few of the brands on board. The trip is priced at £350 per person. When? 6th December Where? Departs from London Victoria, Terminus Place, London SW1V 1JU How? For further details and reservations visit www.orient-express.com/uktrains or call 0845 077 2222

  • Refined cuisine at De Vitrine

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? De Vitrine What? It’s casual dining at De Vitrine but in the rustic environs of the restaurant are refined plates of food. Perhaps because it’s Kobe Desramaults of the Michelin-starred In De Wulf giving directions behind the stoves. Seasonal and local is key for food and wine but don’t expect to find anything ordinary. When? Open year round Where? Brabantdam 134, 9000 Ghent, Belgium How? Visit www.de-vitrine.be for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *