Alain Ducasse's Guide to Monaco
Vieux Monaco
“ThePrince’s Palaceis a very symbolic place, full of history. It overlooks the Mediterranean Sea and offers probably the most beautiful view of the entire principality. I love to amble through the streets of the old town.”palais.mc.
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Market Watch
“Producers, bakers, butchers, fishermen and flower vendors meet every morning at Marché de la Condamine. Try thesocca,a Provençal pancake made with chickpea flour.”15 Place d’Armes.
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Taste of the Riviera
“Chef Benoît Witz combines quality seafood with classic Mediterranean flavors at the Michelin-starred Vistamar Restaurant inHôtel Hermitage. Try John Dory with fennel and arugula leaves, or sea bass with ginger and lemongrass.”Square Beaumarchais;hotelhermitagemontecarlo.com.
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Happy Hour
“For a drink, go to The Blue Gin. It is a magical venue with a fantastic view of the sea—the perfect place to relax!”40 Av. Princesse Grace;montecarlobay.com.
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Iconic Meal
“The Riviera is still the inspiration of my cuisine at Le Louis XV, but the menu has been completely rewritten,” Ducasse says. Take a seat in the elegant, updated dining room for modern Mediterranean dishes like lobster perfumed with ginger and myrtle berries, and herb-seasoned fish cooked on hot stones (below).Hôtel de Paris, Place du Casino;hoteldeparismontecarlo.com.
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Summer Sip
“At this seasonal Champagne pop-up with views over the sea, you can taste the unique Dom Perignon Cuvée P2 and Michelin-starred chef Paolo Sari’s organic cuisine.”Av. Princesse Grace;lavigiemontecarlo.com.