Fanfan, the original French-Asian gourmet restaurant

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Published by My de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on July 21th, 2021 at 09:26 a.m.
Fanfan is the name of the Franco-Asian gourmet restaurant orchestrated by chef Julien Burbaud (Top Chef 3), just a stone's throw from the Etoile. With its original cuisine and innovative combinations, one thing's for sure: there's never a dull moment on the plate.

Fanfan, is the name of the fusion restaurant in the 17th arrondissement, offering a gastronomic journey between France andAsia.

On arrival, you'll discover a large bar and two distinct spaces. One is darker, for more intimate evenings, and the other is brighter, under a glass roof with a floral atmosphere on the wall, more suited to lunch.

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At the helm of the Fanfan kitchen is chef Julien Burbaud , who has worked with Joël Robuchon, Yannick Alléno and Alain Passard. Does his face ring a bell? In 2012, he took part in the 3rd season of"Top Chef", finishing 7th, alongside Jean Imbert and Norbert Tarayre.

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Drawing on the experience of his many trips to Asia, Julien Burbaud offers French cuisine with an Asian twist. Combine French savoir-faire with Asian products, and you've got one of the most delightful propositions in the world. The result is astonishing dishes and original combinations with products that you wouldn't necessarily find on a gastro menu.

Tired of the same old flavors and products in restaurants? Maybe it's time to take your taste buds on a journey to Fanfan's enchanted world. We'll take you on a journey to discover the Experience Menu (€69 in 5 sequences and €89 in 7 sequences).

The meal begins with an unusual trompe l'oeil: edible charcoal, which turns out to be manioc with vegetable charcoal. The sweetness of manioc combined with a fresh herbaceous sauce is a real winner.

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The chef then proposes the Egg of his childhood. Again, a trompe l'oeil with cauliflower and a marinated egg on the white. The whole is served with a shell filled with a kumbawa and smoked eel emulsion and its crispy mouillette.

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We then move on to the signature Raviole. A fine gambas raviole, served with a Tom Yam sauce. The notes of this finely spiced Thai soup specialty are evident here.

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On the fish side, La Pêche is a lovely marriage of fish, multicolored cabbage and Tom Kah Kaï (Thai soup) sauce.

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On the land side, we discover the very graphic Duckling with its tuiles and black garlic sauce. 0we like the shitake tartlet-style accompaniment.

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On the dessert side, we're surprised by the Wasabi! Yes, a most surprising dessert that combines cocoa beans, dill and passion caramel.

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If the Wasabi turns you off, opt for the Coco/Mango, made with real coconut ice cream, mango marmalade and ginger curd.

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The meal ends with a cup of coffee accompanied by a surprisingly crunchy sweet made with edamame, the famous soya bean. No doubt about it, the surprise is there all the way.

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So, are you ready to take your taste buds on a journey to discover new horizons? Head for Fanfan!

This test was conducted as part of a professional invitation. If your experience differs from ours, please mention it in the comments.

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
Starts July 20th, 2021

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    Location

    18 Rue Bayen
    75017 Paris 17

    Accessibility info

    Prices
    Entrée plat ou plat dessert: €35
    Entrée, plat, dessert: €39
    Menu Expérience: €69 - €89

    Recommended age
    For all

    Official website
    www.fanfanlarome.com

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