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Le Cirque
NameLe Cirque
LocationNew York City
OwnerSirio Maccioni
ChefPierre Schaedelin

Le Cirque. Le Cirque is a renowned French restaurant founded by Sirio Maccioni in New York City in 1974, with its first location at the Mayfair Regent Hotel. The restaurant has been a favorite among Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Frank Sinatra, and Henry Kissinger, and has been praised by The New York Times and Gourmet magazine. Le Cirque has also been a popular spot for Vogue and Elle photo shoots, featuring models like Cindy Crawford and Naomi Campbell.

● History

Le Cirque was founded by Sirio Maccioni in 1974, with the help of his wife, Egidiana Maccioni, and their three sons, Mario Maccioni, Mauro Maccioni, and Marco Maccioni. The restaurant quickly gained popularity among New York City's elite, including Andy Warhol, Liza Minnelli, and Elizabeth Taylor. Le Cirque has been located in several Manhattan locations, including the Mayfair Regent Hotel, The New York Palace Hotel, and its current location in One Beacon Court. The restaurant has been a staple of New York City's dining scene, with Zagat and Michelin Guide consistently ranking it as one of the top restaurants in the city, alongside Per Se and Eleven Madison Park.

Le Cirque's menu features a range of French dishes, including Foie Gras, Duck L'Orange, and Bouillabaisse, all made with fresh ingredients from Union Square Greenmarket and Chelsea Market. The restaurant's chef, Pierre Schaedelin, has worked with Alain Ducasse and Joel Robuchon, and has been praised by The New York Times and Gourmet magazine for his creative and delicious dishes. Le Cirque's menu also features a range of wine from Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Tuscany, with a list that includes Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Margaux, and Tignanello. The restaurant has been featured in Food & Wine and Bon Appétit, and has been a popular spot for James Beard Foundation events.

● Locations

Le Cirque has several locations around the world, including New York City, Las Vegas, and Boca Raton. The restaurant's New York City location is in One Beacon Court, and features a luxurious dining room designed by Adam Tihany. Le Cirque's Las Vegas location is in the Bellagio, and features a menu designed by Julian Serrano. The restaurant's Boca Raton location is in the Boca Raton Resort & Club, and features a menu designed by Andrew Roenbeck. Le Cirque has also been featured in Conde Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure, and has been a popular spot for Forbes Travel Guide and AAA events.

● Awards_and_Recognition

Le Cirque has received numerous awards and accolades, including a Michelin Guide three-star rating and a James Beard Foundation award for Outstanding Restaurant. The restaurant has also been ranked as one of the top restaurants in the world by Restaurant magazine, alongside Noma and El Celler de Can Roca. Le Cirque has been praised by The New York Times and Gourmet magazine for its excellent service and cuisine, and has been featured in Food & Wine and Bon Appétit. The restaurant has also received awards from Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast, and has been a popular spot for Wine & Spirit Education Trust events.

● Notable_Chefs

Le Cirque has been home to several notable chefs, including Daniel Boulud, David Bouley, and Terrance Brennan. The restaurant's current chef, Pierre Schaedelin, has worked with Alain Ducasse and Joel Robuchon, and has been praised by The New York Times and Gourmet magazine for his creative and delicious dishes. Le Cirque has also been a training ground for several other notable chefs, including Thomas Keller and Grant Achatz, who have gone on to open their own restaurants, including The French Laundry and Alinea. The restaurant has been featured in Cooking Channel and Food Network, and has been a popular spot for International Association of Culinary Professionals events.

● Cultural_Impact

Le Cirque has had a significant cultural impact, with its luxurious dining room and excellent cuisine making it a popular spot for celebrity sightings and high society events. The restaurant has been featured in several films and television shows, including Sex and the City and Gossip Girl, and has been a popular spot for Vogue and Elle photo shoots. Le Cirque has also been a popular spot for charity events, including AmfAR and Elton John AIDS Foundation events, and has been supported by Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton. The restaurant has been featured in The New Yorker and New York magazine, and has been a popular spot for Metropolitan Museum of Art and Museum of Modern Art events. Category:Restaurants in New York City

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