Diving into the exquisite cuisine of the French Riviera with Jasmine Scheer
Located on France`s southeast coast is a stunning area referred to as the Cote d’Azur. The region is renowned for its pristine beaches, glamorous cities and vibrant culture. The food of the French Riviera, however, is one facet of its culture that is frequently disregarded. The cuisine of the region combines French and Mediterranean elements to provide a variety of meals. This article will explore some of the regional cuisines of the Cote d’Azur.
A very popular sweet in the French Riviera is Nougat. It has been brought to France from Greece around the 17th century (ProvenceHolidays). It is most commonly comprised of egg, honey, sugar and nuts. Furthermore, it has a sweet taste, with nuts adding a little crunch to the usually soft texture.
Another well-known dish, especially in Nice, is called Socca (TasteAtlas). The primary ingredient is chickpea flour, as well as some olive oil, salt and pepper. Socca is baked in a large round baking dish. Its texture is similar to that of a thick pancake or an omelet. When being served, the large circle gets cut up into smaller pieces. It can be found around the streets of Nice and is usually consumed all by itself.
A food you have certainly already heard of, if not only thanks to a very skilled little mouse, is Ratatouille. In the 18th century it used to be considered as food for the poor (Wasserstrom, 2022). Nowadays it has turned into one of the most famous dishes around the French Riviera. It is a stew made out of aubergines, courgette, bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, garlic, olive oil and herbs.
One dessert you will most likely frequently spot around St. Tropez is the Tarte Tropézienne. It was created in 1955 by a pastry chef called Alexandre Micka. The cake is essentially a large orange flavored brioche bun, sprinkled with sugar and filled with the so-called Madame cream. This cream is a mix of beaten butter and pastry cream (Eva, 2018).
Additionally, the French Riviera is known for sweets called Calissons. The famous dessert is rumored to have been created by a royal chef around the 15th century (Yang, 2022). It is comprised of almonds, crystallized melon, honey, orange flavoring and icing on top. The taste and texture of Calissons is very similar to marzipan. They also make the perfect gift for a friend or family member, if you have just returned from your trip to the French Riviera.
Meringue is another common dish to be found around the Cote d’Azur. Even though many countries have different ways of preparing Meringue, the French way is often considered as the traditional one (Killeen). It only has two ingredients, namely egg whites and sugar. When biting into one of the white delicacies you will notice that they instantly dissolve in your mouth, leaving the sweet taste of the sugar behind.
The French Riviera is a popular destination for its stunning cities and beaches. But the great food offered by the Cote d’Azur cannot be left unspoken of. If you ever find yourself in one of the beautiful cities in the southeast of France, consider trying one of the many great dishes the area has to offer.
Jasmina Scheer
International University of Monaco
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A Culinary Interview with Corporate Chef Shahar Dahan - The Niwaki
In advance of our gourmet event with The Niwaki scheduled for Wednesday 15th March 2023, Club Vivanova recently had the chance to sit down with Corporate Chef Shahar Dahan and find a little more out about this busy and successful professional, now managing three excellent kitchens in the Principality of Monaco including The Niwaki, SASS Café and MoNa Restaurant.
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”The Corporate Chef Shahar hails from Israel, but it is in the United States of America that he developed his savoir-faire. In 1999, his career takes a start within the top international restaurants and makes him discover the world of contemporary new-styled Japanese cuisine. A few years later, his career led him to the most exclusive dining places in Monaco. ” I had never eaten sushi in my life ” he said once. We can now relate that this time is over. Chef Shahar, remaining true to the quintessence of the Japanese cuisine, will sublimate your culinary experience at THE NIWAKI, ultimate Japanese destination in Monte-Carlo.”
Where were you born and at what age did you start in the food and beverage industry? How were you first attracted to the food and beverage industry?
I was born in Israel and moved to New York City when I was around 30. I fell in love with a woman who was into food. It inspired me so I started watching food channels and cooking by myself before enrolling in the French culinary institute in Broadway, New York.
What are the most important aspects to running an efficient kitchen?
To have a good staff on which I can rely on.
How has COVID affected the restaurant industry?
I believe COVID has strongly affected the restaurant industry in its quintessence which is to be immersed by an experience from the moment you walk in the restaurant, until the time you leave. However, I reckon COVID crisis has developed another type of service which was not that common in the South of France until then: delivery and take away. Fortunately, after the crisis, when everything went back to normal, people started enjoying good food in beautiful restaurant settings again.
What’s your next planned opening?
We have several projects in mind, however we keep it secret for now (laughs)
Where is your favourite country for a food experience?
Japan and Italy are my favourite countries for food experience as their cuisine is very rich and offers a wide variety of dishes and techniques.
Your favourite dish to cook at home?
I grew up in a Moroccan house, so my all-time favourite dish is couscous which is a traditional dish in Morroco.
What advice would you give to a young person interested in a career in the kitchen?
"Love what you do, be precise and don’t turn right or left on the way to achieving your dream - go straight there. Even if it’s difficult, work for it, don’t complain and don’t cry because in the end you will make it".
Your favourite food and beverage pairing?
Hamburger and beer is a must! (laughs)
A favourite quotation / saying that helps you survive this crazy world?
When you have goals in life, you then have something to reach everyday.
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Detox with Metabolic Balance - Health Begins in the Intestine
Detox with Metabolic Balance
Health begins in the intestine!
Any toxin or harmful substance that cannot be rendered harmless in the bowel, e.g. because the intestinal flora is damaged, reaches the liver via the portal vein. Thus, the liver must take over and assume this detoxification. So, in order not to overload the liver, we should ensure a healthy bowel. If this is not the case and if the intestinal wall is damaged, it urgently needs to recover - by an intestinal cleansing.
If we are planning an excursion or a business trip by car, we find out in advance where there might be traffic jams and what detour options are available so that we can reach our destination as quickly as possible. But there is no alternative for the food we ingest. The path is always the same: from the mouth via the esophagus to the stomach, into the intestines and then into the blood. To avoid "traffic jams", there is only one real alternative in the metabolic process: Taking care of the main artery, the intestine, relieving it and nourishing it in a healthy way.
How to best prepare the intestine
In order to build up the intestinal flora in a targeted manner, it is not sufficient to simply consume foods with probiotic or prebiotic ingredients or additives. A basic prerequisite for both a healthy bowel and a healthy intestinal flora is a thorough and gentle bowel cleansing in order to prepare an optimal living environment for the bacteria.
Bacteria only settle permanently in the bowel when they feel comfortable and when the environment provides what they need. Short-term cleansing can be achieved by taking Epsom salts, high-dose magnesium sulfate, or by clysterizing by means of an enema. However, you should not leave it at that. If you want to support, cleanse and regenerate your bowel in the long term, you should regularly consume natural foods, preferably ground flaxseed and ground psyllium. These two "bowel helpers" do not only cleanse, they also stimulate intestinal peristalsis and prevent constipation.
How to efficiently cleanse the intestine
Eliminating toxins from the body is a long process. Detoxification takes place mainly with fasting cures. However, you can also stimulate the entire metabolism by a thorough change in diet with regular modest exercise; this helps to even boost the detoxification intensity of your organism.
Intestinal cleansing reduces pathogenic bacteria and fungi and causes health-promoting intestinal bacteria to multiply more easily. Improving the intestinal flora also strengthens the intestinal mucosa. Optimally working digestive organs and the right amount of digestive juices are an essential prerequisite for favorable bowel bacteria to settle in the intestine; thus, a healthy intestinal flora can be established.
Author: Silvia Bürkle - HQ Metabolic Balance®
Ingredifind - A Guide to the Most Popular Diets
INGREDIFIND - A Guide to the Most Popular Diets
If you want to manage your long-term fitness and eat healthier, check out our guide to the most popular diets. Learn below about new diets, what they include and avoid, and how they work.
Devised by Robert Atkins in the 1970s, the Atkins diet, or Atkins nutritional approach, can be used for weight loss, boosting your energy, and improving health problems.
The Atkins Diet believes that eating too many carbs, particularly refined carbs, may lead to health issues. Specifically leading to blood sugar imbalances, weight gain, and heart problems. As a result, this diet focuses on limiting carbs and encourages eating more protein and fat.
While the Atkins diet is not originally vegetarian or vegan, there are adjustments, such as including more high-fiber vegetables to meet those needs.
There are four phases in the Atkins diet: induction, balancing, pre-maintenance, and lifetime maintenance. Exercise is not required in the Atkins diet, but it can help keep your weight steady and offer other health benefits.
Atkins’ book New Diet Revolution has sold 12 million copies and has been described as “the bestselling fad-diet book ever written.”
Based on Southern European foods, the Mediterranean diet is considered exceptionally healthy and has a low risk of many chronic conditions. The Mediterranean diet typically promotes fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Processed foods, added sugar, and refined grains should be restricted.
In addition to healthier eating, it promotes weight loss and helps prevent heart attacks, strokes, and type 2 diabetes. The Mediterranean lifestyle also involves regular physical activity, sharing meals with other people, and minimizing stress levels.
While including a mix of fresh, frozen, dried, and canned fruits and vegetables is acceptable, avoiding added sugar and sodium is essential.
A pescatarian diet consists of plant-based foods with fish and seafood. Like vegetarians, pescatarians consume a plant-based diet consisting of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and healthy fats and avoid meat and poultry.
Part of this diet includes high consumption of Omega3. It can be found in fatty fish like salmon, sardine, and mackerel and help reduce plaque buildup in the arteries, which can cause heart disease and strokes.
Remember you can filter Ingredifind-partnered menus to see pescatarian dish options.
The raw food diet involves consuming foods and drinks that are unprocessed, entirely plant-based, and ideally organic. Most people who follow the raw food diet eat only plant-based foods. However, some people eat raw or dried meat, too.
There are three general types of raw food diet: raw vegan, raw vegetarian (including raw eggs and unprocessed dairy products), and raw omnivorous.
The diet excludes foods heated beyond a specific temperature, usually somewhere between 40° to 47°C (104° to 118°F). The only heating permitted is a dehydrator, a cooking device that blows hot air across food.
The raw food diet can be interpreted differently; some people eat some cooked food, and others do not. For some people, it is a way of life; for others, it is a dietary choice.
Following a vegetarian diet include eggs, dairy, and all plant-based products. It does not include meat, poultry, fish, or seafood. All Vegetarian dishes are also Pescatarian. However, vegetarianism can be divided further by which animal products are included in a diet:
Lacto-ovo vegetarians who eat eggs and dairy products
Lacto vegetarians who eat dairy products but exclude eggs
Ovo vegetarians who eat eggs but exclude dairy products
There are many benefits to vegetarianism. Researchers noticed long ago that not eating meat may lower blood pressure. It is essential to avoid excess sugar, processed bread, and pasta. Otherwise, you are unlikely to reap the full benefits of a vegetarian diet.
Remember, you can filter Ingredifind-partnered menus to see vegetarian dish options.
Veganism includes all plant-based products. It does not include meat, poultry, fish, seafood, eggs, or dairy. All Vegan dishes are also Vegetarian and Pescatarian. Like vegetarianism, veganism can also help lower blood pressure and help maintain a healthy heart. In a vegan diet, your nutrients will rely on eating beans, fruits, nuts, peas, seeds, vegetables and whole grains.
It has been reported from multiple studies that vegan diets provide more antioxidants and fiber. Also, this diet is richer in potassium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, and E. In addition, vegan diets can help reduce the risk of certain cancers such as prostate, breast, stomach, and colorectal cancer by avoiding certain animal products.
Remember, you can filter Ingredifind-partnered menus to see vegan dish options.
The Zone diet strives for each meal to have a nutritional balance of 40 percent carbohydrates, 30 percent fats, and 30 percent protein. The goal is to optimize and control inflammation from your diet, among other health benefits. Unlike the Atkins diet, The Zone Diet has no specific phases. There are two methods to start the Zone Diet: hand-eye or Zone food blocks.
The hand-eye method is the most common to start. It begins with using your hand to determine portion sizes. Your five fingers remind you to eat five times daily and never go without food for five hours. Your eyes are used to estimate portions on your plate.
The Zone food blocks are an alternative to the hand-eye method. A main meal is usually around 3 to 5 Zone blocks, while snacks are always one. Zone blocks allow you to customize the Zone Diet based on your body. This is achieved by computing the grams of protein, carbs, and fat you should have daily. The amount of Zone blocks you should have per day relies on your weight, height, waist, and hip measurements.
Following a diet can be challenging, especially if you enjoy going to eat out. Learn more about Ingredifind and how our app can help here.
With Ingredifind, you can trust and enjoy the food at your favorite restaurants.
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Feel Good Fridays with Metabolic Balance - The Power of Aromas and Fragrances for the Body and Soul
Near to the bakery goods counter a delightful aroma of freshly baked buns greets the nose – even though the buns are delivered, and not freshly baked at all. In fuel stations there’s a wonderful smell of freshly made coffee, and in travel agencies exotic fragrances bring the Caribbean within touching distance. Inventive marketing strategists discovered long ago what a useful tool the nose can be! Finally, aromas affect our feelings and emotions, evoke memories and consequently influence our (purchasing) decisions.
Today aromas, or fragrances, are no longer the exclusive domain of perfumes or bodycare products. They are also used in air fresheners, scented candles, cleaning and washing products and even in foods – both in natural and synthetically manufactured form. Invisible to customers’ eyes, all kinds of fragrance stream from scent diffusers or air-conditioning systems in department stores, supermarkets and even garden centres without anyone actively noticing it. And when you’ve finished shopping, you wonder at how much stuff you have in your shopping trolley – stuff you didn't actually want.
Fragrances – not always good for you
However, fragrances also trigger intolerances in a large number of people and the trend is rising. After all, many fragrances are known to induce allergies, migraines and even asthma attacks. The most susceptible are people with weakened immune systems and those who already suffer from contact allergies, such as an allergy to nickel.
Aroma therapy for body and soul
Fragrances help heal. Our grandmothers were well aware of that - if they suffered from insomnia, they slipped a little bag of lavender under their pillow. Vanilla and cinnamon, as foods and fragrance, impart a warming feeling of security. Almond and bergamot are thought to be especially relaxing and soothing. Acacia, jasmine and carnations (cloves) have an aphrodisiac effect, while basil and fennel strengthen the nerves.
Fragrances alter, influence and control our human behaviour, unconsciously so in most instances. This is why aroma experts try to liberate us from nervous disorders, tiredness, depression and anxieties with special fragrances. Currently, American olfactory experts are even trying to suppress what are known as “craving attacks” with the aid of odours – perhaps an additional means of getting our weight under control in the future...
What positive experiences have you had with aromas? I look forward to your comments!
Author: Silvia Bürkle - @HQ Metabolic Balance®
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Ingredifind Partners with Club Vivanova Enhancing Your Gastronomical Dining Experience
Club Vivanova has recently partnered with INGREDIFIND offering our gastronomical partners the chance to join a dynamic culinary platform free of charge with a promoted restaurant and menu listing.
About Ingredifind
Ingredifind is a platform that improves your connection with new, potential, and existing customers. Our goal is to bridge the information gap in regard to the menu you are serving and client’s dietary desires.
A Totally Free Service
All current services on our platform are free, allowing you to create free online and QR code menus, personalize the menu to fit your brand, and let your customers see a customized menu.
Promotion and Marketing
As Ingredifind develop restaurant partners across Europe and the UK, they will promote and market you through their social media channels and in three restaurant directory. Free publicity – always a bonus!
This is an example of what we are doing with Club Vivanova – follow this link to view more
We promote you as a location to the Ingredifind database.
You send us your menu, and we do the rest!
For more details about Ingredifind and what they offer, download this pdf
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CaterMatch - A Berlin Start-Up Offering Experienced Gourmet Catering Services
In search of an adequate business catering in Berlin? CaterMatch delivers a suitable catering offer for meetings, events, and gourmet parties within two hours.
CaterMatch is the best way to skip the long search for a suitable business catering service in Berlin: With a few clicks on the website, you tell us what you want and our team will send you a offer for your business catering within 2 hours. Our offers are free of charge and non- binding.
To make sure that you only get high-quality caterings, we offer a selection of handpicked caterers which deliver everything from team breakfasts, team lunches and business lunches to finger food, BBQ and Christmas buffets at Christmas parties. You need your parking lot filled up with several food trucks to cater your staff party or think about a private Christmas market for you team? Just give us a hint, we are happy to help and create a personal offer for you.
At CaterMatch you benefit from our years of experience in catering. We make ordering easy, provide competent service, deliver reliably, and put an emphasis on delicious and appealing food. But see for yourself. We look forward to your enquiry.
Artisanal Distillery Quatre-Vingt Trois (QVT) Launches a Classic Gin and a Clear Vodka This August at NOBU Monte Carlo
QVT launches in Monaco! Hailed as the "sexiest restaurant in the world", NOBU Fairmont Monte Carlo hosts a cocktail evening with our partner QVT Distillerie at their sensational bar. Join Club Vivanova for a fun evening offering uniquely created cocktails, married with the Japanese Fusion cuisine of Nobuyuki "Nobu" Matsuhisa.
QVT - Quatre-Vingt Trois - is a distillery located in the heart of Provence (83), Cotignac and produces a classic gin and a clear vodka of quality, respecting the artisanal art of distilling. The distillery is orchestrated by Anna and Justin, the latter being the distiller behind these crafted spirits. The local terroir brings to life QVT products. All ingredients come from Provence. A pure distillation made possible with local and high-quality raw materials. Read more about QVT
GOURMET QVT COCKTAIL SUMMER PARTY
NOBU Monte Carlo
Thursday 18th August 2022 . 7pm
€50 per person
Omakase Dinner Option €125
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QVT Gin & Vodka Cocktails
NOBU Bites & Networking
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The NOBU private bar area is perfect for intimate business networking, where we host exceptional events. Event limited to 50 attendees. Stay after our cocktail and take advantage of the NOBU Omakase Signature dinner menu (view event invitation).
Where can you find QVT?
QVT is available from Marseille to Nice in bars and restaurants and independent caves.
Experience the Sensory Delights of TWIGA Monte Carlo - Now Re-Opened and Bigger and Better Than Ever
Come to Monte Carlo and experience the sensory delight of Twiga. The Twiga brand is back bigger and better than ever and are delighted to announce the much-awaited reopening of Twiga Monte Carlo. The brand new interior is truly beyond your wildest dreams. The African influence drives the interior colour palette, inspired by breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. The New-Asian influence conveys volume and form, recalling the art of origami. The Italian influence brings cohesion, subtlety in pattern, texture, and luxurious materials. While unconventional in its décor, Twiga is an imaginative mix of refined ethnic and modern influences artfully combined into an exciting and harmonious whole.
With the ability to seat 280 guests, Twiga Monte Carlo provides the global modern tribe with the most unique experiences and memorable nights, complemented by a renewed focus on dining in tandem with a revamped and adventurous cocktail menu.
Together with a new interior, Twiga Monte Carlo introduces guests to a new selection of à la carte dishes which enable Italian and New-Asian flavours to meet in a glamorous dining ritual made to spoil the senses. Situated in Monaco, Twiga is blessed with the bounty of the sea, and a considerable part of the menu is focused on doing justice to these ingredients and serving them with elegance and finesse: Plateau Royal, Red King Prawns Gnocchetti and Lobster Catalana. Favorites are also meat-based dishes such as Beef Tacos, Spicy Galbi Ribs Baos. The Grilled Pluma Iberico cooked on the Josper Grill is one of the highlights of the menu as well.
A new range of signature cocktails are aimed at perfectly complement the food in a celebration of taste that effortlessly adapt to the demand of each guest. Blending the grandeur of Italy with the delicate nuances of Japan’s flavors, it’s a symphony that guests will love.
Twiga Monte Carlo is the place where guests can find anything they could ever dream of. Its fun-loving clientele will be spoiled regularly with exceptional entertainment, like Alessandro Ristori & The Portofinos and special guest DJs such as Bob Sinclar and Afrojack.
Come and experience the vibrant new flavours of Twiga Monte Carlo every Tuesday to Sunday from 7pm until late.
MAJESTAS
Twiga is part of Majestas, the leading curator of luxury dining and entertainment experiences, founded in Porto Cervo, Italy in 1998 by F1 legend and entrepreneur Flavio Briatore.
Majestas rapidly established its position in the élite entertainment and hospitality world, with cult nightclubs and luxury resorts that represent a glamorous and exclusive lifestyle across Europe, United Kingdom and Middle East.
Opening times:
Every Tuesday to Sunday
Dinner from 7PM
Club from 1AM
From the 1st of July open everyday
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+377 99 99 25 50
Connaught Bar in London Named the World's Best Bar - Sponsored by Perrier - as the World's 50 Best Bars 2021 List is Revealed
The 13th list of The World’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, was announced at a live awards ceremony in London, UK. After extensive consultation with industry figures, its Academy Chairs, bartenders, bar owners and its partners, the 50 Best organisation received overwhelming feedback that the awards should go ahead and be celebrated in person this year following a virtual announcement in 2020 due to the pandemic. The awards recognise the hard work from the entire bar sector over the past year and aim to inspire and encourage hospitality venues in the next crucial stage of recovery.
The 2021 edition of the annual ranking features bars from 17 countries and sees London’s Connaught Bar take the No.1 spot, picking up The World’s Best Bar and The Best Bar in Europe titles.
Under the masterful leadership of Agostino Perrone, the venue’s Director of Mixology, Connaught Bar stays true to its principles of presenting artful, modern drinks with graceful service in an elegant setting. Designed by the late David Collins, the Cubist-inspired bar is known for its unique Martini
trolley, where bartenders give a personalised drinks experience to guests. Perrone has developed a strong and dedicated leadership team including Head Mixologist Giorgio Bargiani and Bar Manager Maura Milia, who embody hospitality and drinks craft, as well as providing inspiration to a talented ensemble of junior bartenders who aspire to follow in their footsteps.
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Experience Piemonte at the Club Vivanova 2022 Barolo Wine & Truffle Weekend - Saturday 5th to Sunday 6th November with Marchesi di Barolo and Scarpa Wine
Club Vivanova is back to beautiful Barolo this coming November for our 8th annual weekend to experience exceptional Piemonte wines, cuisine and truffle hunting in gourmet heaven!
Spend an unforgettable weekend tasting world-class wines with professionals from leading international wineries including Marchesi di Barolo and Scarpa Wine.
An all-inclusive price offers two wine lunches, historical winery and Barolo village tours, an amazing Barolo truffle dinner, an overnight stay in Villa Beccaris (five-star deluxe hotel) with gourmet breakfast and Sunday morning truffle hunting with a local guide and dogs!
Saturday 5th / Sunday 6th November 2022
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A Partner Portrait - Flavio Briatore - the Creator of Genuine Luxury Experiences
When we think of Flavio Briatore, we think of a career filled with accomplishments spanning from fashion to Formula 1, entertainment to hospitality, and much more..
His vision, tenacity, and exceptional leadership abilities have made him a global brand. Julius Caesar's famous saying "Vieni, vidi, vici" (I came, I saw, I conquered) aptly encapsulates Briatore's entrepreneurial career. His empire developed in the field of Luxury Dining and Hospitality demonstrates his winning modus operandi of conceiving and bringing his outstanding ventures to fruition. This is how his vision in the world of eating has led his firm to cement the distinguished success of big brands that are present not only in Monaco, where he resides, but globally. The Majestas Group has four renowned culinary and gourmet restaurants in Monaco: Cipriani, Twiga, Crazy Pizza, and Cova. Four very diverse worlds, yet all built and governed by a single common thread: excellence. Catering treasures that we can't wait to discover more about.
COVA
In collaboration with Briatore, this ancient Milanese company, which has been in business for more than two centuries, has built a café in the heart of Monte Carlo. Cova in Monte Carlo is a real modern recreation of the mood that has distinguished the Cova style across the world since 1817. It is elegantly equipped and completed with polished brass metal components where blue stands out, contributing to the environment's elegance. Relaxing on one of the city's most famous streets is ideal at any time of year. In addition, Cova has opened in Larvotto near the beach in one of the most exclusive buildings in the whole Principality, the Palais de la Plage.
CRAZY PIZZA
An original concept that mixes elegance and levity in a very stunning atmosphere. Crazy Pizza, which debuted at Porto Cervo's Billionaire in 2018, has expanded to Monte Carlo, where it now has a beachside position with an outdoor patio in the quaint and quirky Port Hercules, the harbour district. The well-deserved success may be attributed to the finest quality components, which include yeast-free fresh vine tomatoes and much more. Morello's legendary Italian ovens provide the perfect crisp to the pizza, making it really one-of-a-kind. The location is delightfully appealing and appropriately represents the restaurant's mood.
CIPRIANI
Located in the heart of Monaco, at the foot of the magnificent Palais Mirabeau, its atmosphere transports visitors as if aboard a luxury yacht, emphasized by the restaurant's blue and white nautical accents. The menu includes classic meals, and the restaurant provides a warm welcome with attention to every detail. The private bar and its magnificent sea-view patio are absolutely glamorous and stylish, ideal for enjoying summer nights.
TWIGA
Twiga Monte-Carlo, located in the ancient Forum Grimaldi, is the epitome of luxury. A blend of perfection that reaches its pinnacle in the ultra-chic restaurant, bar, and nightlife, drawing not only Monegasque but also worldwide clients.
Overall, truly genuine luxury experiences, and only by experiencing them in person people can completely understand the greatness felt every time they visit Monte Carlo: a delectable breakfast at Cova, a fantastic pizza at Crazy Pizza, a gourmet meal at Cipriani, or an exclusive evening at Twiga.. do it soon!
Zachys Auction Presents Barrel Strength - A Collection of the World's Finest Spirits - in London on 31st March 2022
As the name implies, we feel this collection is strong. In fact it has many strengths, not only the alcoholic strength printed on the bottles. The consignor of this collection is a meticulous collector of many things. Collecting is his greatest passion in life. So much so that he works as the head curator for several museums. Yes, the same attention to detail that he brings to his work as a curator, he has brought to his whisky collecting over the past 30 years. You should expect bottles in superb condition when bidding in this sale. Almost every bottle in this sale has been purchased direct from the distilleries, independent bottlers or local importers. No secondary market finds here!
As a true lover of Whisky our consignor is happy to share what is one of the most extensive spirits collection Zachys has ever sold in Europe, with over 360 bottles of Whisky from all over world.
Scotch, of course, but bottles from Japan, Sweden and Finland all make an appearance.
Whatever style you enjoy, whether smokey peat, fruity Sherry finish, deep rancio, or barrel strength, you’ll find what you are looking for here.
How about 60+ bottles of Glenfarclas, 30+ bottles of Macallan, a vast range of rare bottles from Highland Park, Springbank, Glenrothes and many other leading Scotches?
And don’t think you’ll have to break the bank, in fact more than a 100 bottles are estimated at £200 and below.
No serious Whisky collection is complete without a decent line up of shuttered distilleries, is it? Very rare bottles of Port Ellen, Rosebank, Brora, Dallas Dhu and Karuizawa are all not produced anymore but all available here.
So please pour yourself a dram, put your bids in and join us live from our Action studio on Monday March 31st 1:00pm BST.
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Billionaire Life News - Pasticceria Cova Opens Its Second Venue in the Principality of Monaco
Cova Monte Carlo opens the doors of its second venue, located at Palais de la Plage, the newest chic address in the Principality of Monaco. 37, Avenue Princesse Grace is the new prestigious address Cova Monte Carlo has chosen for its second venue in Monaco, following the success of the first Cova in Boulevard des Moulins.
Part of the Larvotto development in the seafront area, the brand-new Palais de la Plage building is now enhanced by the new Cova Monte Carlo, which features also a sun-kissed terrace of approximately 40 square meters. The new cafè, which will delight locals and tourists alike, combines the iconic features of the historic Pasticceria Cova in Milan with a contemporary design reflected in innovative elements and materials.
‘We are delighted about this second opening in Monaco’ says Flavio Briatore - ‘Since 2016, when we opened the first venue on boulevard des Moulins, Cova Monte Carlo has become a favourite address and a reference point in the Principality. Today, as we announce the launch of an additional venue at Palais de la Plage, we are proud to be representing Italian excellence and hospitality in two key locations in Monaco. I would like to thank the Faccioli Family for their continued support, which has led to a strong partnership and a shared success.’
Cova’s interiors at Palais de la Plage remain the undisputed protagonists: a new pure white lacquered ‘boiserie’, the trademark Cova chandelier as well as the blue velvet leave space for the classic espresso ‘stand-up’ counter and a ‘window comptoir’ for the freshly homemade variety of pastries and delicacies Cova is world-known for. With over 200 years of heritage, Cova is a worldwide recognized institution where tradition meets Italian elegance and style.
‘Following the opening of Cova in Paris in 2021 we are enthusiastic to open our third location in Europe, besides our flagship store in Milan’ comments Paola Faccioli, CEO of Cova - ‘Our long-term partnership with Flavio Briatore started in Monte Carlo back in 2016 will be reinforced by this incredible location which I am sure will continue to offer to the local and cosmopolitan clientele our excellent products combined with an impeccable savoir-faire and service. Cova at La Plage is a time capsule of the most refined Italian tradition right in the heart of the French Riviera’.
Cova Monte Carlo at Palais de la Plage is open from breakfast in the morning to the iconic Aperitivo offering lunch and afternoon tea throughout the day on its sunny terrace.
In main image, from left to right: Eduardo Gadda, Executive Chef Pasticceria Cova Montenapoleone 1817, Paola Faccioli, CEO Pasticceria Cova Montenapoleone 1817, Flavio Briatore, Ferdinando Esposito, Executive Chef Pasticceria Cova Monte-Carlo.
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Club Vivanova presents the World's Leading Rum Producer - Foursquare Rum Distillery in Barbados - at an Exclusive Degustation Event in Monaco
On Wednesday 16th March 2022, Club Vivanova presents the Foursquare Rum Distillery, the 2016, 2018 & 2019 International Wine & Spirits Competition Rum Producer of the Year and 2021 Overall Outstanding Spirits Producer in an exceptional dinner with three Doorly's 14 Rum cocktails finishing with a digestif degustation of the 2009 Exceptional Cask Series.
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Foursquare Rum Distillery is located on a former sugar plantation that dates back to approximately 1720, within the tiny Caribbean island of Barbados. The distillery was re-opened by the Seale family in 1996, distilling operations and blending are currently directed by Richard Seale, 4th Generation Trader/Distiller of R.L. Seale & Co.
Exceptional Cask Selections represent the unique, and rare offerings of Foursquare Rum Distillery that Richard has hand selected – his personal projects only released when he feels they are of exceptional quality. These are one of a kind expressions, available only for a limited time, and showcasing truly unique approaches to both Rum blending and maturation.
FOURSQUARE’S EXCEPTIONAL CASK SELECTIONS HAVE ALSO RECEIVED CONSISTENT HIGH MARKS & ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:
2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020 ISC Rum Producer of the Year
2016, 2018 & 2019 IWSC Rum Producer of the Year
2018 ISC “Supreme Champion Spirit” – Foursquare Mark VI “2005”
2021 ISC “Supreme Champion Spirit” – Foursquare Mark XV “Redoutable”
“To drink Foursquare Rum, one must only possess a dream of tasting some of the finest things that money can buy…” – Warren Bobrow, Forbes.com
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Experience An Exclusive Luxury Weekend in Champagne with Zachys
From 31st March - 3rd April 2022, come and experience a private tour of some of the most exclusive Champagne houses, private dinners in gastronomic restaurants of the region and a great time sharing the best Champagne has to offer. An unforgettable experience!
The weekend will begin from Thursday, March 31st late afternoon with a tour of Dom Perignon, visit of l’Abbaye d’Hautvillers and a private dinner at Château de Saran.
On the Friday, we will start with a private visit, tasting and lunch at Bollinger in the charming village of Aÿ. Afternoon will be dedicated to Philipponnat with a private tour and tasting. Friday night will be a night to remember with a Paulée-style dinner at the three-star Michelin restaurant l’Assiette Champenoise with growers and Maisons de Champagne.
On the Saturday, we will head to Avize to spend some time at the one and only Selosse where we will have a visit with either Anselme or Guillaume, a private tasting and a lunch on the format “BYOB, Bring Your Own Bottle”, so we can all share a wine you specifically like. Day will continue with a late afternoon and private dinner at Taittinger at Château de la Marquetterie in Pierry. Clovis Taittinger will join us.
This weekend will conclude with a beautiful lunch at l’Instant Terroir in Aÿ. Their panoramic restaurant offers a stunning view on the surroundings vineyards.
Important notes:
· Accommodations in prestigious suites and breakfast are included and booked at L’Assiette Champenoise for the nights of March 31st, April 1st and April 2nd.
· Transportation in a private 12-seat minivan is also included from the time of arrival in Champagne until the time of departure from Champagne.
· You must plan to arrive in Champagne on Thursday, March 31st, at 3PM the latest. Visit at Dom Perignon will start early.
· Price for the weekend is 3400 euros per person (excluding flight and transportation to/from airport). Please note that tickets are non-refundable but transferable meaning if you cannot attend, someone else can come to this weekend instead of you.
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The Macsween Burns Supper Guide - Learn All About Scotland's Most Loved Haggis
Burns Night - celebrating the life and work of Scotland's national poet “The Life of Robert Burns”, Scotland's national poet, is celebrated every year on 25th January. Burns was a noted raconteur and wordsmith of the highest order.
The first Burns Supper was organised by his friends after his death in 1796 and is a tradition that continues to this day. Be it a smart, formal affair or relaxed family gathering, the star of any Burns Supper is the haggis.
Join Club Vivanova with the British Association of Monaco at 7pm on Tuesday 25th January 2022 at the Fairmont Monte Carlo and raise a glass to the haggis at our Burns Supper - link to event.
What Is Haggis and What’s In It?
Scotland's national dish provokes huge curiosity.
Simply lamb, beef, oats, onions and spices, nothing more, nothing less. Haggis is basically like an oaty, spicy mince and a great source of iron, fibre and carbohydrate with no artificial colours, flavourings or preservatives. Each haggis maker will have a slightly different recipe, but this is the way our Grandfather made it and we think it’s the best tasting recipe there is! Our vegetarian haggis is a combination of healthy fresh vegetables, mushrooms, pulses, oats, onions and seeds. It is approved by the vegetarian society and is suitable for vegans, but is loved by meat-eaters too.
What Are Its Origins?
The biggest myth of all, in a way, is that haggis belongs to Scotland alone. Haggis is actually a very ancient, global dish. Going back thousands of years, when hunters returned with their kill they would cook-up the parts of the animal that needed eaten first. The fresh offal would be chopped and mixed with cereal and herbs and cooked over the fire in the ready-made saucepan (the stomach). Hey presto – the first haggis. Many cultures actually had haggis made from different animals depending on what was being hunted and we like to think of haggis as the celebratory dish that everyone shared after the big hunt!
A Haggis Recipe
Whilst 25th January is an important date, don’t forget that haggis can be eaten on any day of the year.
Gluten Free Haggis Larb Lettuce Cups
250g MacSween Gluten Free Haggis
200g pork mince
2 tsp vegetable oil
2 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
1 large red chilli, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 banana shallot, finely chopped
2 tsp palm sugar or brown sugar
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 lime, juiced
small bunch fresh coriander, chopped
1/2 cucumber, seeded and sliced
2 spring onions, sliced
2 baby gem lettuce
handful of peanuts
Method
Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok over a medium heat and fry the lemongrass, chilli, shallots and garlic for 2 minutes. Add the haggis and pork mince, continue to cook for another 6-8 minutes, stirring all the time. Keep cooking until the mince is fairly dry.
Add sugar and fish sauce and let the mixture bubble for a minute then stir in the lime juice and most of the coriander.
Divide the between the lettuce leaves and garnish with cucumber, spring onion, coriander, peanuts, chilli slices and a final squeeze of lime.
Join Club Vivanova with the British Association of Monaco at 7pm on Tuesday 25th January 2022 at the Fairmont Monte Carlo and raise a glass to the haggis at our Burns Supper - link to event.
Our Auction Partner Zachys Hosts Online Fine & Rare Wines & Spirits Extravaganza this December 2021
December 2, 2021 – 4pm GMT (11am EST) 572 lots
This auction will be held “live online,” with a live feed of the auctioneer.
Zachys is also accepting online, absentee, and phone bids, like all auctions. For assistance bidding from home, contact.
Here is the link to the website to the online catalog. Bidding is now open and the studio sale goes live 4pm GMT (11am EST)!
Upcoming Zachys Wine Auctions
December 10 – Fine & Rare Wines & Spirits, New York December 11 – The Vault IV, New York
Zachys holds eAuctions monthly.
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A 50+ lot selection of VERY RARE Cognacs from big names such as Courvoisier, Hennessy, Martell & Hine but also very rarely seen vintage bottles from the 1800s. This section will close the auction and starts at lot 519. If spirits is your thing, don’t miss out on this incredible collection!
A superb collection of Port and Madeira. What’s better than fortified wines to keep you warm during winter? That’s right, nothing beats it. In case you need to stock up on perfectly mature Port and Madeiras here’s your chance.Taylor’s, Fonseca, Warre’s, Graham’s, Quinta do Noval are all featured as well as a smorgasbord of other producers dating back to vintage 1963. And that’s only the Port. Madeira makes a tasty appearance too with Malmseys and Verdelhos dating back to the late 1880s. Get ready to stay warm this winter!
An eclectic mix of Italian wines. How about multiple vintages of Solaia and Tignanello, a deep vertical of Monfortino, Prunotto dating back to 1993 and several lots from producers like Rinaldi, Soldera, Sassicaia and more.Truffle season is here and these bottle makes for a perfect pairing!
An amazing Champagne collection of Henri Giraud, direct from the domaine. With several vintages of Argonne and Fut de Chenes in 750ml, magnums and, yes you guessed it, jeroboams, this is the most exciting offering of Henri Giraud ever to be offered at auction. To make thing even better, all bottles comes in their individual wooden case, built specifically for this auction.
Our 2021 Gala After-Party Partner Mafana Rum Showcases This Saturday at the 2021 Club Vivanova Luxury Lifestyle Charity Gala Dinner
This Saturday 13th November at the Fairmont Monte Carlo and after a sumptuous wine dinnerr, fashion show and charity auction, our 2021 Gala explodes into action with a live entertainment and DJ After-Party with dancing featuring the Mafana Rum of Sake Spirits. Don’t miss this sensational event, book online!
SAKA SPIRITS
Saka Spirits is a young start-up in full development, offering a range of botanical rums unique in the world with the guarantee of living an incredible taste experience! The peculiarity of these rums is in the infusion of flowers discovered while traveling which are currently cultivated organically and locally with real agricultural know-how. Its main product, "MAFANA" Rum, is a rum infused with "brède mafane" flowers, creating a natural sparkle at the end of the palate, providing a surprising and extraordinary sensation.”
Club Vivanova Launches SAV - a Méthode Suédoise Sparkling Wine - Promoting Swedish Excellence at the TWIGA Summer Yacht Show Party
SAV Winery
Swedish Excellence
”We saw a unique opportunity to create a new sparkling wine based on an old recipe by sustainably harvesting birch sap from the forests in the north.”
Launching in Monaco with a premium degustation at TWIGA in the Grimaldi Forum on Friday 24th September - 6pm the TWIGA Summer Yacht Show Party!
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Méthode Suédoise
Wine has been made for centuries and there are many known methods for producing different types of sparkling wines. Our SAV 1785 is produced in a way that combines the "méthode traditionelle”, and the "méthode ancestrale". We call it the ”Méthode Suédoise”. Before the first fermentation in the tank is finished, we add some yeast and sugar and move the birch wine to a bottle where it becomes bubbly and reaches perfection. This is a Swedish sparkling, and the method was developed by us in Sweden to suit our raw material, birch sap. That is why we call it "Méthode Suédoise”.
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