Where does the name Il Cuoco Galante come from?
Il Cuoco Galante (The Gentleman Cook) is the title of a cookbook written by Italian philosopher Vincenzo Corrado in the late 18th century.
With this book, Vincenzo Corrado aimed to spread the art of good taste at the table and anchor in Italian culture such basic culinary staples as tomatoes, potatoes, and coffee.
From his successful cookbook, Neapolitan street vendors adopted the tomato sauce recipe, which is cooked with a pinch of salt and a few basil leaves, to top their macaroni and, in the 19th century, their mozzarella pizza.
Was Il Cuoco Galante, founded in 2014, the first bistro-style restaurant in Paris to focus on fresh pasta?
Indeed, it can be said that it was. Many restaurants use dried pasta that is commercially available because it is less work and often less expensive. However, the taste of fresh pasta is better in texture, more digestible, and incomparable.
Eating fresh pasta is a luxury that we must be aware of.
Do you only eat pasta at Il Cuoco Galante?
Of course not. The menu promotes various Italian dishes such as antipasti (Italian appetizers) and many other Italian specialties like tartares, carpaccios, soups, risotto, etc. In addition, there is always a meat or fish dish on the menu.
Are all pasta gluten-free?
No, most pastas contain gluten. Depending on our recipes and our inspiration at the moment, you will be able to taste pasta with other cereals such as buckwheat. If you do not want gluten, check the vegetables antipasti and meat or fish dish.
Are all wines from Italy?
Yes, they are. All from small producers from different parts of Italy, all produced with limited inputs.
How to reserve a table?
The most convenient way is to reserve online at www.ilcuocogalante.com. Nevertheless, a hotline at +33 1 40 37 35 53 is in place from morning to 6 p.m. (you will be called back the same day in the event of no immediate response). You can also walk to the restaurant between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
“Just in time Reservations”: it is after 11:45 a.m. or 6:30 p.m., I would like to come, what should I do because the reservation slots are no longer visible online?
Please contact us on +33 1 40 37 35 53 and we will find the place you can find.
May I reserve for more than 6 persons?
Yes of course. Send your request to reservations@ilcuocogalante.com. You can also contact the hotline on +33 1 40 37 35 53 (see details on the hotline in the first question above).
Is it possible to pair the food with the wine?
Of course. Each tasting plate is an opportunity to discover an Italian wine region, one or more grape varieties or a winemaking technique. Ask the advice of the sommelier, it is worth it.
For 8 persons, is a menu obligatory or is an à la carte choice still possible?
For 8 guests and more, a menu is indeed required:
– for lunch: Antipasti-Pasta-Dolci
– for dinner: Carte Blanche Tasting Menu.
This menu ensures that diners receive their meals at the same time, whereas an a la carte choice does not enable it.
How does the bank imprint request work?
A bank imprint is requested when making the reservation to guarantee the seriousness of your reservation and to limit the impact of late cancellations and no shows on the restaurant’s activity. We are all responsible. In case of impediment, we ask you to cancel your reservation as soon as possible and at the latest 6 hours before the time of your reserved meal so that you are not debited with the amount of the bank imprint.
In case of non-cancellation or cancellation within 6 hours before your meal, you will be charged the total amount of the bank imprint.
Please note: the account debit request is automatically canceled at the end of your visit to our restaurant.
I would like to offer a gift voucher for a meal for 2 persons at Il Cuoco Galante
Please go to the restaurant homepage and click on “Offer a gift”. You will choose one or several gift vouchers. Gift vouchers are valid for 6 months from the date of purchase. You will receive a confirmation email which will contain the gift voucher.
I received a gift voucher, how to use it?
Congratulations, you are lucky!. Just contact the restaurant’s hotline to plan your visit (see details on the hotline in the first question).
I am vegan or I have food intolerances, how can I notify the restaurant?. Will there be an additional cost?
When placing your order, notify us of your food intolerances, we will take them into account at no extra cost.
On the other hand, note that if the recipes are not vegan, last minute vegan adaptations will not be possible.
How does the Carte Blanche Tasting menu work?
The Carte Blanche tasting menu consists of letting yourself be carried away by the discovery of our creative inspirations of the moment depending on the seasonality of the products. It is both a time of excitement and “letting go” for you. Our service team will present the dishes to you before tasting.
How to privatize the Il Cuoco Galante restaurant?
Please send your request with needs for your event (food, drinks, atmosphere) to contact@philippebaranes.com.
Where to eat in other Philippe Baranes' restaurants?
The other restaurants are located at rue Condorcet, Paris 9th:
– Braisenville (French modern gastronomy) located at 36 rue Condorcet. Amaro Cocktail bar & Food, unique in France, is at 38 rue Condorcet
– Dessance (French Modern gastronomy around vegetables, fish & meat) that won the Paris-design award is at 74 rue des archives in Le Marais.
I am an experienced professional, may I apply for a job at Il Cuoco Galante ?
We are always on the lookout for motivated talents to work in the restaurant. Please send your CV along with a cover letter to contact@philippebaranes.com.