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Don Juan II: The Only Michelin-Starred Cruise on the Seine

Don Juan II: The Only Michelin-Starred Cruise on the Seine

There are Seine river cruises, and then there’s the Don Juan II. Moored at Passerelle Debilly opposite the Eiffel Tower, this historic Art Deco yacht is kitted out with fireplaces, framed paintings and a wood-paneled bar from where you can order a flute of Champagne before your dinner cruise. Designed by the Maison Pierre Frey, it’s all elegance- down to the gold-colored curtains framing the windows. What’s more, there are only 12 tables (maximum capacity of 38 guests) so it’s an intimate affair.

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But let’s talk about the food, shall we? It’s a truth universally acknowledged that river cruises have mediocre, ho-hum cuisine (after all, the view is the star of the show). Yet on the Don Juan II, the food is so good, it’s a distraction- you end up paying more attention to your plate than the stunning scenery out the window.

That’s because Chef Frédéric Anton is at the helm. He’s the culinary maestro who holds three Michelin stars at Le Pré Catelan in the 16th, and one star at Le Jules Verne , the gastronomic hot spot atop the Eiffel Tower. In fact, he’s also been awarded a Michelin star for the Don Juan II- making it the only Seine river cruise to hold such an honor.

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What’s on the dinner menu? It’s a glorious culinary parade with dishes staggered so they served in front of each major landmark: the Musée d’Orsay, the Monnaie de Paris, Notre-Dame, Hotel de Ville, the Conciergerie and the Louvre . Ingredients are seasonal, so the menu reflects what’s being grown at the moment. To wit: amuse-bouches of fried artichoke with anchovy cream, a flan-like marvel with fennel and caviar topped with elderflowers, a crab delicacy resembling an apple meringue, the signature langoustine ravioli topped with a golden jelly, and pan-fried lamb with morel mushrooms in a Jura wine sauce. To cap off your feast, the chocolate soufflé with pistachio ice cream is sublime.

Don Juan II The multi-course dinner is 240€. Wine pairing is extra. Boarding at the Port Debilly (Paris 16) starting at 7:45 pm until 8:15 pm. Departure at 8:30 pm with a return to the quay at 10:30- 11 pm. Tel: +33 (0)1 83 77 44 40 Email: [email protected]

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Don Juan II - Yachts de Paris is pretty near Mona Bismarck American Center . Here, you can discover the recipes and ingredients of the French cuisine. As it is known from the guests' comments, good juane is a must-try here. Most likely, you'll come back to this restaurant later to taste delicious champagne or good wine .

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I offer you a gast­ro­nomic jour­ney that will enthrall you just as much as the City of Lights.

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The Chef’s Profile

Frédéric Anton, a culinary craftsman

With his title as Meil­leur Ouvrier de France (Best Craftspeople of France) and the Mich­elin stars he holds at the Pré Catelan and the Jules Verne Restaur­ants, Frédéric Anton is keen to share his love for artful and refined cuisine that respects tastes.

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Take your taste buds on an adventure

In the kitchens of the Don Juan II, Frédéric Anton designs dishes that are focused on the produce. He will surprise your eyes and your palate with a clear visual present­a­tion and the harmony of the flavors.

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Based on the seasons

The Chef likes to follow the seasons; the fresh­ness and the qual­ity of the produce come from work­ing with small-scale farm­ers.

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Cultivating the art of hosting

Frédéric Anton’s creations are all driven by convi­vi­al­ity. By prom­ising you a stun­ning taste sensa­tion, the Chef also offers you the memory of a once-in-a-life­time exper­i­ence.

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