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04Jan

A fabulous night at the Saint James Paris

Written by james, the 04 January in category What’s up?, 0 comment

If one of your good resolutions is to treat yourself, why not starting 2012 in the cosy and crazy-chic atmosphere of the Saint James Paris? Only chateau-hotel of Paris and new flagship of Relais & Chateaux, the hotel offers you exceptional moments until March 31st with a guaranteed upgrade and a VIP Welcome with home-made pastries. A wonderful idea for making an after-Christmas present, and a good opportunity to discover the new Saint James Paris by Bambi Sloan! Book now, from 360 Euro in a Superior room.

25Nov

The Truffle Menu at the Saint James Paris

Written by james, the 25 November in category What’s up?, 0 comment

Until the 22^nd of December, the truffle – the white and the black – is honoured at the Saint James Paris. This year again, the chef Cyrille Robert has imagined some refined dainties around this famous mushroom. Pasta Marguerite Risotto of white truffle from Alba, duck foie gras, velvety polenta, medallion of veal shank, carpaccio of kernel of scallops, but also iced mousse or creamed chocolate… From starter to dessert, you can have a delicious meal “Only truffle”. The sommelier has selected a list of wines in order to pair delicacies and wine and sublimate this greatly prized mushroom. For amateurs, experts, or if you want to live a unique experience at the Saint James Paris entirely redecorated, you absolutely need to come and enjoy the Truffle Menu 2011!

Set Menu at 110.00 Euro, or a la carte

Restaurant open to the public for dinner from 7.30 pm, from Monday to Saturday

Don’t hesitate to book at +33 (0)1 44 05 81 81

17Nov

A major news delivered by the G.M.!

Written by james, the 17 November in category What’s up?, 0 comment

Today, jamie takes you to meet Yves Monnin, the General Manager of the Saint James Paris.

jamie: Yves, I heard you’re not going to tell us about you this time but that you have an important announcement to make.

Yves Monnin: Indeed, I have the great pleasure to announce that the Saint James Paris is joining the exclusive brand Relais & Châteaux starting 2012. All our teams have worked on this project that demanded lots of efforts. It is the result of a 2-year process, which more noticeable part is the full redecoration of the Saint James by Bambi Sloan. We are extremely proud to have been selected by the Advisory board of Relais & Châteaux, it is a great recognition of the Saint James in terms of reputation and quality of service.

j: Why Relais & Châteaux ?

Y.M.: We have applied to Relais & Châteaux for different reasons, here are the most important. First, the Saint James is the only château-hotel of the city, an emblematic little 19th-century château in its private garden. As such, it represents the very essence of a Relais & Châteauxproperty, only in the city ! Then, we share our values with Relais & Châteaux as we believe in a welcoming and sincere service to our clientele; we want it altogether caring, personalized and with a lot of character. Finally, the lily-flower, emblem of Relais & Châteaux, is a strong symbol known throughout the world to reflect these values.

j: Does belonging to Relais & Châteaux imply any changes for the Saint James, its clients and staff ?

Y.M.: Above all, it will reinforce the quality of service we offer our clients and Club members. Our being a member of Relais & Châteaux is also a real opportunity for all the staff. Participating in this adventure is a unique occasion, and I shall think the experiences made while at the Saint James will be beneficial to everyone. The expectations of the Relais & Châteaux clientele in terms of quality of service and personalization are very high, this is the reason why we all need to be very attentive and do our best to always exceed them.

Saint James Paris, member of Relais & Châteaux

10Oct

The Hotel Particulier, a Parisian ambition

Written by james, the 10 October in category What’s up?, 0 comment

Until the 12^th of February, the “Cité de l’Architecture“, inside the Palais de Chaillot at the Trocadero square, introduces an unusual but thrilling exhibition called “ L’Hôtel particulier, une ambition parisienne” (“The Townhouse, a Parisian ambition”) that takes you through an interactive path. Go inside, and you’ll discover how the Hotel Particulier, which is a constituent element of the architectural personality of Paris, evolved throughout the centuries, and inside the different neighbourhoods of Paris. You’ll find a reconstruction in 3D of a small hotel between yard and garden, a chronological path, thematic readings such as the link that exists between the hotels and the cities, but also touch screens that allow you to visualize hotels maps and their organization… More than just a simple tour, this exhibition offers you a real immersion, as well as a new angle to recount the history of Paris. Nearby, the Saint James Paris recommends you more particularly to go to this very unusual and very Parisian exhibition. From the sophisticated atmosphere of the only chateau-hotel in Paris, you’ll progressively move, within a few minutes, to the hushed feeling of a “hôtel particulier”. Unique in Paris!

06Sep

Following Yves Saint Laurent’s path in the 16th district!

Written by james, the 06 September in category What’s up?, 0 comment

Discover Yves Saint Laurent’s first atelier, located just off the Saint James! When he left Dior in 1958, he created his own couture house at nr 30 rue Spontini, where he also presented his first collection in 1962. In this posh Western Paris setting, he drew his famous coats, smokings and safari jackets…, using male codes to highlight the female silhouette. In 1974 he moved to Avenue Marceau, thus remaining faithfull to the 16^th district. At number 5, enter the Fondation Pierre Bergé – Yves Saint Laurent and admire the fabulous Haute Couture collection (5 000 pieces), the 150 000 accessories, sketches and other objects reflecting his entire works. The Fondation also organizes thematic exhibitions in fashion, painting or photography. Take advantage of your stay at the Saint James to immerse yourself in the universe and the life of one of the most important fashion designer, who still inspires today’s trends.

08Jul

Yummi! Chef’s home-made jams!

Written by james, the 08 July in category Non classé, What’s up?, 1 comment

Enjoy a Sunday brunch at the Saint James Paris and taste the delightful home-made jams by our Chef Cyrille Robert. Depending on the season and on his creativity, he associates a mix of fruits with aromatic herbs or sweet spices. The flavours of the moment, mixed berries and Tonka bean or apricot and rosemary are truly irresistible! Their summer taste will make you feel like in an exotic country while staying in the heart of Paris’ posh 16^th district.
Brunch from 11.30 am till 4.00 pm, upon reservation at +33 1 44 05 81 81.

21Jun

Hot-air balloons in the Saint James’ gardens

Written by james, the 21 June in category What’s up?, 5 comments

In reference to Paris’ first airfield that was located right on the grounds of the Saint James before the mansion was built, Bambi Sloan installed incredible hot-air balloons and 1900 glass houses in the gardens. The crazy-chic style she imagined for the inside of the building invaded the private gardens of the Saint James Paris to create Paris’ most unique terrace.
You can now access the terrace of the Saint James without being a member of the Saint James’ Club, Mondays to Saturdays from 7:00pm and on Sundays for the brunch from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Book your table ! +33 144 05 81 81.

09May

Le nouveau Saint James dans Elle Déco !

Written by jamie, the 09 May in category What’s up?, 0 comment

A crazy chic state of mind! Elle Decoration reveals the spirit of the new Saint James after its makeover by the dream-maker Bambi Sloan.

Here are a few extracts:
“[...] here it is, ever so sprightly and somewhat cheeky, repainted from floor to ceiling, bedecked in wacky Napoleon III finery where velvet, draperies, gold and cashmere blend into a most intense pop-art vortex.
[...] the colours are everywhere, yet it begins with black and white on the elegant balusters in the lobby’s great staircase.
[...] The main lounge, facing the entrance, is capped with an avalanche of chandeliers which Bambi calls her “chaos of lights”.

Download the article

18Mar

Meeting with our new Food & Beverage Manager

Written by jamie, the 18 March in category Backstage, 0 comment

Your favourite reporter met with Nicolas Charlotte, the new F&B Manager of the Saint James Paris.

jamie: What does your job consist in?

Nicolas Charlotte: I manage a team of 15 people working at the restaurant, the bar, the room-service and the private rooms of the hotel. I am responsible for the smooth functioning of these departments and for making these teams work with the same goal : satisfying our guests. My team and I are concerned about providing our faithful guests and members of our Club the best personalized service and improving it daily.
I also work closely with the Chef Cyrille Robert. Always in contact with our guests in the restaurant, I could be considered as his spokesperson, but the way he cooks is so brilliant that it does not need to be highlighted! Thanks to his experience at the Saint James Paris and to his reputation, he’s able to give me a lot of information about his job. Once clients are sat, they just need good suggestions for wine!

j: Your curriculum in a few words? Why choosing Le Saint James Paris?

NC: After my hospitality and catering school, I’ve started my career in a four-stared hotel in the first district of Paris (from 1998 to 2002). I then joined a famous catering group until 2010. This experience allowed me to work for Le Louvre and Quai Branly museum restaurants. Then I decided to join Le Saint James Paris.
In-between, I also travelled during one year all over the world: nine months in Australia and New Zealand, three months in South-East Asia. It has been a wonderful experience, full of adventures, discoveries but also adrenaline!
Joining the Saint James, just fully renovated, and taking part to this wonderful project is very challenging. This is also one of the reasons why I have chosen this property, one of the most beautiful and exclusive addresses in Paris.
Imagined and directed by Bambi Sloan, the renovation has given a new perspective to this unique place. An ideal environment to work, where development opportunities are a real challenge for me!

j: What is the best improvement you think you will implement for the Club members?

NC: The culture of “YES” among my team! Any request of our guests and Club members has to be satisfied, and all the problems solved. It is my leitmotiv!

j: If Saint James was a song ?

NC : « Paradise » by Sade. Calm and serenity… This is what we feel when we discover the Saint James. Everyone working here is very welcoming, generous and trustworthy, not only towards new colleagues as they have been with me, but also towards each of our guests.

j: Your motto ?

NC : « Travels reveal the trivial side of the serious people, and the serious side of the trivial people », by Anne-Sophie Swetchine. We are lucky to work for people who travel to us… That’s also one of the reasons why I do this job!
If I had to choose between serious or trivial, I would say that a bit of each is the best recipe!

25Feb

Any plans for Easter yet?

Written by jamie, the 25 February in category What’s up?, 0 comment

Spend your Easter holiday in Paris with this special offer including accomodation in one of our very unique rooms, Buffet breakfast at the restaurant or continental breakfast in bed, as well as a chocolate delight from our patissiere Eloise. If you spend Easter Sunday with us, we also offer you a special Brunch while your children go for an egg-hunt in the gardens or take part to our traditional duck-fishing contest in the fountain. From 370 Euro per night in a Superior room. Valid for a stay of 2 nights or more between April 17th and 25th, 2011. Book now!

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