Why go there?

To pass through huge mountains of chocolates and candied fruits, before climbing on the first floor of Fauchon boutique, at Café Fauchon, in front of La Madeleine.

For the glamourous atmosphere of this pink and silver cocoon, overlooking Haussmann buildings, and for its patio looking like a lovely Japanese garden.

To eat at any time of the night dishes masterfully cooked by the chef Eric Chappelard, the ex-chef of Pre Catelan and L'Etoile restaurants.

With who?

A well-manicured lady !

The regulars

Famous businessmen and journalists.

Must-Eat dishes

Cream of chestnut soup, with celery and duck breast capuccino (12€), for starter ; Salted inshore cod, steamed vegetables, citronnella stock (28€), for main course ; and for dessert, Soft caramel éclair (9€).

The wines

Château La Tour des Bons Haut-Médoc (43€) ; or in white wine, Petit Chablis Domaine des Lises 2009 (32€).

Best tables

N°17, in the café, for an amazing view on La Madeleine. On sunny days, book n°25, on the patio... a delight !