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The words classy and chic seem synonymous with most top end restaurants in Paris but this one comes courtesy of the design maestro Philippe Starck himself. One visit to Restaurant Bon is probably insufficient to admire the four different and original settings created by Philippe and the stylish interior is worth the trip alone.

Elegant lamp shades and sleek furniture adorn The Vinotheque accentuated by strategic lighting, which add a warm glow to the place. The Fireplace Room with its ornate chandelier and glossy table tops create a unique sense of style and the little nook for private dining appears to be fiercely guarded by a rhino! Well, actually a rhino head. The Library needs no introduction and it's no surprise to see bookworms crawling their way through the numerous stacks, and then there's the Boudoir with exquisite tableware for large parties.

The menu's Asian touches are palpable and the cooking, which takes in influences from across the globe, is certainly enticing. Think coconut milk, crabmeat and green asparagus Wonton soup and dim sum of shrimp, basil and hot pepper, crabmeat and artichokes served with spinach and shiitakes, and five flavours duck. From among other delights that await look out for the spicy crab spring rolls with soya mayonnaise, new style tuna carpaccio, lobster rolls, and papaya and shrimp, and beef and lemongrass salad.

Fruits of the sea include sole prepared as a tempura with toffee and lemongrass sauce, grilled scallops with tom yum sauce, tuna tartar with ginger and gilthead breams in a banana leaf. For meatier main courses you are bound to be moved by the tiger's tears, a marinated filet of beef, grilled and thinly sliced, or perhaps the crispy sweet and sour chicken and five flavour spare ribs. If you thought an Asian inspired menu does not have too much to look forward to in the dessert section, then think again; there's rum baba with coconut and pineapple, fresh strawberries and raspberries with peppermint syrup, and spicy 'crème brûlée'.

Those who find solace at the lunch hour know full well that they need to refuel to take on the second half of the day, so how about some chicken and curry rolls, thinly sliced veal with ginger and shiitake and choco Bon. The wine list keeps the French flag flying high and there are notable contributions from Chile, Africa, China, Australia and California amongst others.

With its myriad dining options, Restaurant Bon certainly makes an ideal place to celebrate those special occasions.

Kong is the fight between the Moderns and the Classics. It is the classic of a geisha against the modern kawaï from Omotesando, they meet at the elegant european's at the summit of Kenzo's headquarters facing the Pont Neuf. These three women finally become one person, timeless and sublime. A sumo lavatory attendant A fluorescence Golden sofas A field of orchids Epidermic tables A Louis XV DJ A very zen pebble rug A jap bric a brac One arm chairs A dishevelled geisha Punk walls Beatrice Ardisson A different geisha, very distinguished A modern kawaï from Omotesando An elegant Parisian A new Starck story The most beautiful view of Paris A racoon This unexpected atomic cocktail is the essence of Kong, a new place of all surprises.

Situated at the foot of the Champagne vineyards, in a small green paradise, you will find cuisine with a thousand and one flavours and seasonal products. In the winter, the fireplace creates a warm atmosphere. In the summertime, our terrace provides a fresh atmosphere.

Located near the Eiffel Tower and Invalides, Chez Francoise has been serving traditional French cuisine to Parisians since 1949. Little wonder that the restaurant is a popular destination for business exchanges, family gatherings or simple visits to discover the joys of authentic cooking. At one time, it was in good taste for senior officials, journalists, intellectuals and politicians to gather there on Sunday at noon.

Today, you can choose to spend time in the naturally lit open dining area, in the spacious and elegant restaurant or privately for meetings or special occasions, and experience genuine and warm hospitality.

Embark on your journey into French cuisine with starters of cannelloni with courgettes and fresh goats' cheese or a lobe of foie gras, apricots and fig compote. Consider moving on to a plate of oysters or mains of sea scallops roasted with leeks, Monsieur Castaing's duck confit, or a tempting shoulder of lamb, cooked for 6 hours with Tarbes beans in tomato.

End the expedition with either a selection of unpasteurised farm cheeses or Monsieur Ali's crepes Suzette.