Simply Abu Dhabi XXXIV

8 1 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse à l’Hôtel de Paris, the Table of excellence At restaurant AlainDucasse, Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer has achieved true excellence, leading to Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo becoming the first palace in the world to be awarded three stars in the Michelin guide in 1990. Set inside Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, “Le Louis XV-Alain Ducasse à l’Hôtel de Paris” surprises and charms guests with Mediterranean haute cuisine. World-famous chef Alain Ducasse and his Executive Chef, Dominique Lory, have developed “essential cooking” at the restaurant, paying homage to the product and endeavouring to release its aromas and flavours. Those lucky enough to dine here can choose from an unforgettable menu that reflects the destination and Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo. On warmer summer days, the restaurant opens out onto an elegant ground-level terrace. ÔMER, Mediterranean creations by Alain Ducasse At Alain Ducasse’s new restaurant, his second in the Principality, you’ll detect a newMediterranean feel. At the heart of the new Rotonde wing at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, the restaurant, designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, references the decor of a boat. Consisting of three alcoves, it overlooks the beautiful hotel gardens, created by Jean Mus, with the sea visible in the distance. The atmosphere is warm and casual, with a delightful taste of the good life. Here, more than anywhere else, produce from the land and the sea are intimately linked, which is the key to the complexity of this cuisine. With his chef Patrick Laine, Alain Ducasse has created a menu that spans the diversity of Mediterranean influences, consisting of dishes which translate this wonderful culinary heritage with a focus on sharing. The menu combines freedom of choice and includes flavours and tastes from Greece, Lebanon, Turkey, Morocco, and Tunisia – with a hint of the Hispanic, Nice or Maltese shores. Le Grill Now open with a more contemporary design, Le Grill has a new privateWinston Churchill lounge and an extended outdoor terrace with stunning views. Franck Cerutti, Executive Chef at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, summarises his vision of Le Grill in a few words: marine and Mediterranean. From the new terrace, take in a breath-taking view of the Mediterranean all the way to Corsica. At night, the sea twinkles with the lights from the coasts of Monaco, France and Italy, bouncing here and there with the lights of boats anchored in the bay. The spirit of the Mediterranean flows from food to design to complete the experience. And did we mention that in January 2019, Le Grill, headed by Executive Chef Cerutti, has been awarded its first Michelin star? A well-deserved honour. For a truly special occasion, guests can experience a one-of-a-kind dining experience at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo’s reception room for up to 40 people. Available on request only, this wonderful opportunity was popular also with H.S.H Prince Rainier and H.S.H Princess Grace, who celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary here in 1976. The best of Monte Carlo at your doorstep While you may wish never to leave this sumptuous and storied setting, all the very best luxury lifestyle Monaco has to offer is steps away. The new tree-lined Le Patio is an ultra-exclusive setting for leading fine jewellery houses, such as Graff, Harry Winston, Stardust Monte-Carlo and Omega. Le Patio also offers direct access to the Avenue des Beaux-Arts, which opens onto the new One Monte-Carlo shopping area and its beautiful promenade. Surrounded by a covered walkway, with mosaic flooring using motifs found in the Lobby’s central cupola and marble-clad façades highlighting the distinctive dark black Saint Laurent marble with strands of red and yellow, the central Patio area is cool and inviting. Stroll among the swaying palms and enjoy the shade of the Mediterranean trees, as you take in the calming green space at the heart of the hotel. With each visit, hotel guests rediscover that everlasting aspect of Monaco, the magic of renewed rituals and the spectacle, day and night, of the incredible setting. All of these precious moments and sensations serve to create a deep connection between the hotel and its guests – you’ll want to return again and again to write your own story here.