Sant Ambroeus

While visiting New York, Carine Roitfeld was spotted dining with her children, Julia and Vladimir, at Sant Ambroeus on Madison Avenue. The beloved restaurant first launched in Milan in 1936, then opened the Manhattan location in 1982. Sant Ambroeus is renowned for the fine Milanese dishes, the warmth of its staff, and the sophistication of its decor, a casual yet elegant setting that perfectly suits the Roitfeld family. Personally I would add to the list of charms the adorable Sant Ambroeus packaging by Mucca Design, so memorable, so right. As for the menu, the mouthwatering antipasti include the Prosciutto di Parma con Bufala Mozzarella and the Insalata di Nettuno, a mixture of lump and king crab meat with sliced fennel and orange. Among the main dishes crafted by Chef Mario Danieli are the delectable Tonno in Crosta di Sesamo con Baby Peperoni e Broccoli, the tender Tagliata di Manzo al Pepe Verde, and his signature, the Risotto alla Milanese con Ossobuco. Be sure to peruse the pastry case or consider the gelato, reportedly the best outside of Milan. Devoted fans are said to fight for spots for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily so I suggest a reservation via Sant Ambroeus' site before visiting. Buon appetito!

Sant Ambroeus images © 2009 New York Media LLC and courtesy of santambroeus.com and mucca.com.

Toraya

When asked about her favorite gourmet spots in Paris, Carine Roitfeld named the Japanese tea salon Toraya. One of the oldest pastry shops in Japan, Toraya opened another location in Paris at 10 rue Saint-Florentin in 1980. They offer a tempting array of teas, light meals, and pastries in harmony with the seasons as well as cakes created especially for the Toraya salon in Paris. This is the place to go when you crave tender pound cake with green tea matcha stuffed with red azuki paste and candied chestnuts, mmm. Perhaps you will have the good fortune to see Carine enjoying a usagi-man or hana-ogi when you stop by, quelle chance.

Toraya images courtesy of Toraya Group.

Carine's Tea Time

Vogue Paris and Hôtel de Crillon join forces to host the Vogue Bar in the spirit of Paris Fashion Week from March 4 to 13. The menu proffers delectable beverages, often nutritious in nature, and frequently named for VP insiders. After reading accounts of the opening soirée, it seems the favorite house drink is the one named in honor of Carine Roitfeld (pictured here in the most sophisticated shade of green). "Carine's Tea Time" combines Vodka Absolut 100, sirop de thé vert, jus citron vert, eau florale de menthe or in English, Absolut vodka, green tea syrup, lime juice, and mint blossom water. This concoction sounds refreshing and comforting with just the right note of tanginess. In other words, as original and tasteful as the name suggests. The unusual hue reminds me of the Roitfeld eyes, c'est sublime.

Carine's Tea Time drink at the Vogue Bar © 2010 Condé Nast. All Rights Reserved.

Update on mercredi 10 mars 2010 by kellina

Naturally ageless beauty Carine Roitfeld uses the timeless wisdom of the Orient to purify while partying; she simply adds green tea to her drink. Here she shines in her vintage gold Yves Saint Laurent lamé dress and César Compression pendant while enjoying her ephemeral namesake.

Carine Roitfeld photograph courtesy of twitter.com/VogueParisLive

Update on samedi 14 août 2010 by kellina

Cute! Here we see Julia Restoin-Roitfeld and Robert Konjic enjoying the refreshing cocktail known as "Carine's Tea Time" at the Vogue Bar at Hôtel de Crillon.

Julia Restoin-Roitfeld and Robert Konjic photograph © 2010 Condé Nast. All Rights Reserved.

Au Coin des Gourmets

Carine Roitfeld has a taste for Indochinois cuisine and has been seen enjoying the refined dishes prepared at Au Coin des Gourmets in Paris. With restaurants on both the Left Bank and Right, Au Coin des Gourmets has been in business for more than thirty years and is renowned for its subtle, unique, and flavorful culinary delights. They offer an array of savory choices ranging from soups to skewers that draw on the cultures of the countries of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia to satisfy the saveurs de indochine of any patron. Not to be missed: Amok, a classic Khmer dish of cod steamed in coconut milk, accented with lemongrass and curry, and presented in a sheet of banana leaf. Au Coin des Gourmets has branches at 5 rue Dante and 38 rue du Mont Thabor; the interiors are small but charming.

Image of Amok © 2008 Adrian Moore. All Rights Reserved.
Interior and exterior photographs of Au Coin des Gourmets courtesy of restoaparis.com.