Of course, the cuisine at Ypseli draws its inspiration from Greek tradition, which means that its flavours will reflect authenticity and diversity while steering clear of the bland folklore often found in many Greek restaurants abroad. After all, Simeon Kamsizoglou, along with his wife, undertook a two-year journey through Greece to uncover the best local producers and sample regional cuisines. The chef of Ypseli, who hails from Crete, is also fully committed to this vision: to present Greek cuisine in Paris to the city’s visitors, highlighting its importance and value.
The building housing Ypseli at 88 Rue Réaumur is historic and one of the most beautiful in the area. Everything plays a role in Paris. It is not an easy city, and the competition at the restaurant level is incredibly high. Nonetheless, we are dealing with an endeavour that possesses originality and uniqueness in its stylistic direction and identity, which sets it apart from any other. Paris is the city that gave birth to bistronomy, which significantly democratized the international gastronomic scene, changing the way we dine out. Within this more pluralistic context, the arrival of a Greek restaurant of this calibre in the city is a noteworthy event.
Simeon Kamsizoglou has previously worked in prestigious restaurants, such as Pré Catelan, so he brings a wealth of experience and access to exceptional products, most of which come from Greece. The fish and vegetables arrive at the restaurant from Paris, which is a wise decision given the presence of top suppliers. Next to the restaurant, there is a lovely deli and a wine shop offering a carefully curated selection of Greek wines and a variety of products, thus completing the experience. I sincerely wish for Ypseli to succeed, and at the first opportunity, I look forward to seeing it in person. Then, I’ll be able to tell you more.
Info: Ypseli, Rue Réaumur 88, Paris. For reservations: https://www.ypseli.com/index.php/contact/