{"id":37967,"date":"2026-01-19T12:38:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T11:38:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magazine.luxus-plus.com\/?p=37967"},"modified":"2026-03-08T17:42:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-08T16:42:13","slug":"between-exoticism-and-cuisines-from-afar-10-restaurants-in-paris-to-ward-off-blue-monday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine.luxus-plus.com\/en\/between-exoticism-and-cuisines-from-afar-10-restaurants-in-paris-to-ward-off-blue-monday\/","title":{"rendered":"Between exoticism and cuisines from afar, 10 restaurants in Paris to ward off Blue Monday"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the cold sets in and the holidays are already a distant memory, Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year, comes to mind. To bring back the sunshine that is missing outside, what could be better than traveling through your plate? In Paris and beyond, restaurants offering flavors from around the world captivate customers in search of culinary discoveries and experiences. Luxus Magazine has selected ten Parisian destinations for you that are bursting with exoticism and color, without ever leaving the City of Light.<\/p>\n

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When the journey is on your plate<\/b><\/h3>\n

From European capitals to Asian metropolises, the desire to escape is no longer expressed solely through distant destinations reached by plane, but also through food. Today, we are no longer satisfied with just eating well; we aspire to an immersive experience, to understanding a culture through its recipes, spices, and rituals. This quest for authenticity is fueled by social media and a new generation of cosmopolitan chefs who are reinventing traditional dishes.<\/p>\n

Restaurants offering foreign flavors\u2014whether Japanese, Lebanese, Peruvian, or Italian cuisine\u2014provide a wide range of choices for curious foodies. Social media plays a key role in this phenomenon, where photos of colorful and tasty dishes attract attention and encourage exploration. For many, visiting an exotic restaurant becomes a way to prolong the experience of past vacations<\/b>. Luxus Magazine presents its selection of 10<\/strong>\u00a0exceptional restaurants<\/b> that take you on a journey.<\/p>\n

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L’Assaggio: the most Italian of Parisian restaurants<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Nestled within the Hotel Castille<\/strong>, L’Assaggio<\/strong> celebrates Italy at its most refined and sincere. Exceptional products, traditional recipes, and discreet elegance come together to create a dining experience where you can rediscover transalpine cuisine in all its nobility.<\/p>\n

From perfectly executed pasta to iconic desserts, each dish tells the story of Italy’s great restaurants, combining generosity and precision. Every year in November and December, the restaurant creates an exceptional dialogue by showcasing white truffles, sublimated by chefs Marco Terenghi and<\/b> Ugo Alciati<\/b>, figures of refined and authentic Italian cuisine. On sunny days, guests can enjoy the patio with its trompe-l’oeil frescoes and ornamental fountain<\/p>\n

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Address: 37, Rue Cambon 75001 Paris<\/p>\n

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Patio L’Assagio Paris \u00a9 H\u00f4tel Castille<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Matsuri: a new lease of life for a Japanese institution<\/b><\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Matsuri<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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With new owners – Adrien de Schompr\u00e9<\/b>, C\u00e9leste Velarde<\/b>, and S\u00e9bastien Blanchet – <\/b>and a completely redesigned menu, Matsuri<\/strong> is undergoing a renaissance. The iconic Parisian sushi restaurant is modernizing its approach while respecting the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine. High-quality ingredients, more daring recipes, and meticulous presentation: an invitation to rediscover Japan in a contemporary spirit.<\/p>\n

Address: 145, Avenue de Courcelles 75017 Paris<\/p>\n

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Karamna: lebanese generosity in the heart of Paris<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Karamna<\/strong> is a warm and family-friendly place where authentic Lebanese cuisine is experienced as a moment of sharing. Inspired by Milo Smadi<\/strong>, an autistic sous-chef and the driving force behind the project, accompanied by his sister Louloua<\/strong>, the restaurant draws on its Lebanese roots and love of travel to create a generous menu. Mezzes, grilled meats, vegetarian dishes, and modern creations celebrate the Mediterranean in a spirit of kindness, inclusion, and conviviality.<\/p>\n

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Adress: 77, rue Boissi\u00e8re 75016 Paris<\/p>\n

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Kinugawa Rive Gauche: contemporary Japan takes to the skies<\/b><\/h3>\n
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After Vend\u00f4me and Matignon, Kinugawa<\/strong> crosses the Seine and settles on the rooftops of the H\u00f4tel Sax in the 7th arrondissement. This new address on the Left Bank combines Parisian elegance with Japanese simplicity, in a setting of raw materials open to the horizon. At the table, the restaurant’s signature dishes take center stage: exceptional sushi and sashimi, black cod with miso, delicate tempura, and melt-in-the-mouth wagyu beef. A refined and contemporary vision of Japan, between sky and city.<\/p>\n

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Address: 55, Avenue de Saxe 75007 Paris<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Kinugawa Rive Gauche<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Yaya Secretan: joyful and contemporary Greece<\/b><\/h3>\n
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At Yaya <\/b>(Eleni Group), Greece is celebrated as a festival. Colors, the scent of fresh herbs, and conviviality are the order of the day. The menu, designed by chef Juan Arbelaez, revisits the great Hellenic classics with a modern twist: mezze to share, grilled meats, sun-kissed vegetables. The cuisine is Mediterranean, sunny, generous, and accessible, inviting you to share, all in a blue and white decor inspired by the Peloponnese region.<\/p>\n

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Address: 33, Avenue Secr\u00e9tan 75019 Paris<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Yaya<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Nobu Matsuhisa: a masterful fusion of Japan and Peru<\/b><\/h3>\n
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A visionary chef, Nobu Matsuhisa<\/b> embodies the cuisine of other lands at the crossroads of Japan and Peru through his signature Nikkei style. Nestled in the heart of the Royal Monceau \u2013 Raffles Paris<\/strong>, Matsuhisa offers a refined experience in a setting that blends contemporary elegance with Asian influences. The menu features jalape\u00f1o sashimi, miso-marinated black cod, citrus yellowtail, light tempura, spicy edamame, and subtle desserts, composing a precise, bold, and resolutely international symphony.<\/p>\n

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Address: 39, Avenue Hoche 75008 Paris<\/p>\n

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Bazurto: an explosion of flavors between Paris and Bogota<\/h3>\n

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Under the leadership of\u00a0chef Juan Arbelaez<\/strong>, who expresses his roots here,\u00a0Bazurto<\/strong>\u00a0offers an intense journey where \u201cfire is at the heart of his cuisine.\u201d This vibrant place is divided into two areas: a rustic tapas bar and a cozy space dedicated to exceptional meats. In a \u201cjoyful chaos,\u201d guests share\u00a0punchy tostadas<\/strong>\u00a0and matured cuts of meat, such as ribeye steak, enhanced by cooking in a Josper charcoal oven. At the bar, Latin American spirits (tequila, mezcal, pisco) enliven sunny creations such as the Primavera cocktail. Open only for dinner, it is a generous address where flavors explode without compromise.<\/p>\n

Address : 5, Rue de l’Ancienne Com\u00e9die 75006 Paris<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Camille Rozieres\/Bazurto<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Em Sherif Caf\u00e9: the Lebanese art of living in Paris<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Em Sherif Caf\u00e9<\/strong> marks the arrival in Paris of the iconic Lebanese mother-daughter duo Mireille and Yasmina Hayek<\/b>, major figures in Levantine gastronomy. Nestled in the 8th arrondissement, the restaurant celebrates the Lebanese art of living through generous and refined cuisine: silky hummus, smoked moutabal, vine leaves, falafels, kebbes, grilled meats and fish with delicate spices, accompanied by fresh juices and oriental pastries. A chic and welcoming place, dedicated to sharing and conviviality.<\/p>\n

Address: 134, Boulevard Haussmann 75008 Paris<\/p>\n

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116 Pages: a celebration of traditional Japanese bistros and gastronomic excellence<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Nestled between Avenue d’I\u00e9na and Avenue Marceau, 116 Pages<\/strong> is a Parisian izakaya with a distinctly Japanese soul. An annex of chef Ryugi Teshima<\/strong>‘s Michelin-starred restaurant Pages, this Japanese bistro celebrates cuisine from afar through dishes to share, inspired by Tokyo tradition and revisited with high standards. Donburi, tempura, matured meats, and fish can be enjoyed in a raw and friendly atmosphere, accompanied by a fine selection of Japanese sake and whiskeys.<\/p>\n

Address: 2, Rue Auguste-Vacquerie 75016 Paris<\/p>\n

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Uma Nota: an unusual encounter between Brazilian samba and Japanese culture<\/h3>\n

Opened in 2019 in a former 19th-century department store on Rue R\u00e9aumur, Uma Nota offers Japanese-Brazilian cuisine. Boasting one of the largest collections of cacha\u00e7a in the City of Light, the establishment also revisits the best flavors of S\u00e3o Paulo. The colorful setting evokes the atmosphere of Rio de Janeiro’s samba clubs.<\/p>\n

Address: 86 Rue R\u00e9aumur, 75002 Paris<\/p>\n

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As a bonus, Ida by Denny Imbroisi: italian renaissance between roots and audacity<\/b><\/h3>\n
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After ten years of history, Ida<\/b> is undergoing a profound metamorphosis under the impetus of Denny Imbroisi<\/b>. More than a restaurant, the place is becoming an intimate manifesto, inspired by his Italian roots and his travels. The decor, designed by Christophe Bro, evokes a living tree: sculpted roots, painted foliage, noble materials, and dramatic lighting. In the kitchen, Denny creates a free and emotional menu, deeply Italian, enriched with products from around the world. Ida is reborn as a laboratory of tastes and memories, where gastronomy and design interact with elegance.<\/p>\n

Address: 117, Rue Vaugirard 75015 Paris<\/p>\n

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Read also > Craving a little sunshine this winter? Here are some coffee table books to brighten your everyday life<\/a><\/p>\n

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Featured photo : \u00a9 Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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