AN ODE TO CREETEAN AND CYPRIOT CUISINE
In the heart of Paris's bustling 11th arrondissement, where culinary diversity rivals the hustle and bustle of city life, Taverna stands like a providential beacon, offering foodies in search of authenticity a gourmet stopover inspired by the distant lands of Crete and Cyprus.
Founded by Paul-Henri Bayart, a former associate of the prestigious Tuba restaurant in Marseille, Taverna is a haven of Mediterranean flavors, drawing its essence from the Cretan and Cypriot roots of the founder's wife, Margaux Varnavidou.
Located at 56, rue Amelot, Taverna stands out for its friendly atmosphere and authentic cuisine. The two-storey restaurant invites diners on a sensory journey to the heart of Cretan culture. The walls, adorned with family mementos, exude a bittersweet nostalgia that blends perfectly with the modern stainless steel décor and wooden staircase.
At Taverna, the cuisine is a hymn to the simplicity, finesse and generosity of Mediterranean flavors. As chef and owner, Paul-Henri Bayart offers a rich and varied menu, where traditional dishes are revisited with boldness and creativity, while preserving the essence of each recipe.
Guests are invited to savor a myriad of delectable dishes such as grilled octopus with olive oil and lemon, keftedes meatballs with homemade tzatziki, or the famous dakos, a salad of grilled Cretan rye bread with juicy tomatoes, savory feta and bewitchingly aromatic olives. Each bite is a gustatory voyage and a vibrant tribute to the centuries-old culinary traditions of the Mediterranean.
Chef Paul-Henri Bayart's creativity is fully expressed in a sunny menu inspired by ancestral Greek-Cypriot recipes. Traditional dishes mingle with original creations, offering guests an unforgettable gastronomic experience. And to accompany this divine feast, an exquisite selection of Greek and Cypriot wines and traditional beverages completes this culinary odyssey of authenticity and conviviality.
Alongside Paul-Henri Bayart, his wife Margaux Varnavidou embodies the soul of Taverna, infusing each dish with her Mediterranean heritage. Together with their two children, Côme and Amos, they pass on a contagious passion for Cretan and Cypriot cuisine, making Taverna much more than a restaurant: it's a true home where tradition and conviviality are happily combined.
Whether you're passionate about Mediterranean cuisine or simply curious about discovering new flavors, Taverna promises a memorable experience where each dish tells a story, where each flavor evokes a distant memory. The restaurant is an invitation to a gustatory journey to the heart of Crete and Cyprus, where the pleasures of the table combine with the joys of sharing and discovery. Come and discover this little corner of Mediterranean paradise in Paris, and let yourself be enchanted by its culinary delights, symbols of a thousand-year-old tradition perpetuated with passion and love.
TAVERNA
56, RUE AMELOT, PARIS 11E
