La Fontaine de Mars closed for construction
Jan 30th, 2007, 03:56 AM
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La Fontaine de Mars closed for construction
Since I know this is a popular resto with lots of posters here, I thought I would let you know that La Fontaine de Mars (in the 7th in Paris) is, in fact, closed and being gutted for renovations. I walked by yesterday and the workers were pulling out all kinds of debris, and the place looked to be under major construction. The first time I walked by a few weeks ago, I thought it was just going to be minor stuff, as all the furniture was still in there, but the work must just have been beginning. I don't know how long it will be closed - there were no signs up in the windows.
Each time I head over to the American Library I walk by, so I'll keep you all appraised of the progress.
My apologies that I don't know exactly what the renovations are. Maybe I'll make friends with the workers on one of my walks and get the full scoop. ;-)
Each time I head over to the American Library I walk by, so I'll keep you all appraised of the progress.
My apologies that I don't know exactly what the renovations are. Maybe I'll make friends with the workers on one of my walks and get the full scoop. ;-)
Jan 30th, 2007, 05:58 AM
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Suec, I can't imagine it would take more than four months to do the work. I just read on e-Gullet that Mon Vieil Ami closed for major renos and reopened again before anyone on the board noticed. It makes sense for a restaurant to do that kind of work outside of the tourist season.
Feb 14th, 2007, 01:08 PM
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New update. I passed by La Fontaine de Mars and there is now a bunch of metal siding around the resto to hide the construction. A new sign said they will open again in mid-April. As I was walking by, I took note of the exact date, but then of course, promptly forgot it. Will note it next time I walk by.
Jun 6th, 2009, 11:00 PM
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Yup, Fontaine de Mars:
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp...r26x4emr8nZFMQ
Obama chose roast lamb, while his wife, one of the girls and two guests -- "a US writer and a fifth person" -- went for beef fillets.
Too bad someone didn't tell them to try the cassoulet.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp...r26x4emr8nZFMQ
Obama chose roast lamb, while his wife, one of the girls and two guests -- "a US writer and a fifth person" -- went for beef fillets.
Too bad someone didn't tell them to try the cassoulet.
Jun 7th, 2009, 05:17 AM
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And He refused dinner with President Sarkozy for this dinner, but it was not a snub per news reports here in the US. He is simply too busy. He has to hurry home and manage the financial crisis, appoint a few more Czars or something.
Seriously, it is nice that he took the time for a real meal with his family rather than a stuffy political one.
Seriously, it is nice that he took the time for a real meal with his family rather than a stuffy political one.
Jun 7th, 2009, 08:58 AM
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When I saw this I remembered how much we love Les Fables de la Fontaine. I'm pleased it has a well deserved star.
Sorry the Obamas drink Coke. We only buy it to use as a drain cleaner. Really--if you have a clog, try two 3 litre bottles first.
Sorry the Obamas drink Coke. We only buy it to use as a drain cleaner. Really--if you have a clog, try two 3 litre bottles first.
Jun 7th, 2009, 10:09 AM
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The report I read did say they did not have wine, and the bill was around 270 euro. That restaurant is obviously not cheap, even if that is a bill for two adults and two kids. Maybe the kids had Coke, who knows, but why would one be sorry that the Obamas drank Coke? Who cares what someone else drinks.
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Good choice of resto, imho, at least we had a really good
meal there only slightly spoiled by a table of loud Texans
who wanted to buy the linens and refused to take 'non' for
an answer. Good dining entertainment in a way.
meal there only slightly spoiled by a table of loud Texans
who wanted to buy the linens and refused to take 'non' for
an answer. Good dining entertainment in a way.
