Paris' Oldest Restaurant - La Tour d'Argent

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  • Опубликовано: 17 янв 2025

Комментарии • 139

  • @MegaBaconLover
    @MegaBaconLover 3 года назад +23

    So fun! What a unique experience. I also enjoy the bits where there is a little French being spoken so I can see how much I catch on to on my own!

  • @Vesalius4us
    @Vesalius4us 3 года назад +19

    Another excellent adventure with Jay!, with friends in high places (literally). Always nice to see you with Lindsay (author extraordinaire ), and while you tube is your method of documentation, I would describe you as Jay le chroniqueur, (The chronicler) an editor, diarist, journalist, chronicler of the intimate things in life, the details that are in between the big events. Keep up the good work!

  • @thedavidguy01
    @thedavidguy01 3 года назад +9

    La Tour d'Argent has a 3 course lunch menu for 110€ per person and 2 fixed price dinner menus, chef's choice for 295€ and the other 350€ per person not including drinks. À la carte prices are much higher. I'm going to need to save up for a while. It was great to see the view from the rooftop. Thanks for le tour de la Tour.

    • @danyelmoulden3803
      @danyelmoulden3803 3 года назад +2

      Maybe for a "big deal" birthday or anniversary dinner experience. !!! 😎😁😎😁

    • @MrQMF
      @MrQMF 3 года назад +1

      Tres cher!

    • @thedavidguy01
      @thedavidguy01 3 года назад

      @@MrQMF Je ne pense pas que je serais à l'aise pour dépenser autant.

    • @budnelson9235
      @budnelson9235 3 года назад +1

      @@thedavidguy01 I agree I wouldn't be comfortable spending that much on a single meal. Unless it was a bucket list experience. I would rather spend the money for another night in Paris.

  • @dixierosestudios
    @dixierosestudios 3 года назад +17

    Ooo, Lindsays got the hookups! The history of that place is very cool. Thank you for sharing this real treat! 🙏

  • @jemwxyz
    @jemwxyz 3 года назад +5

    WOW!
    That was fun even from my house. Thank You for taking us all along with you two. Merci beaucoup!

  • @andreterrail7299
    @andreterrail7299 3 года назад +1

    Thanks again for this very cool video, it was a pleasure to have you with us!

  • @susanjspaulding
    @susanjspaulding 3 года назад +1

    *Have not been to La Tour D'Argent* !! *Thanks for taking us with you* !! #JaySwanson

  • @islandwitt1
    @islandwitt1 3 года назад +6

    😁👍🏻❤️ wow ! nice ! Maybe someday I can afford to go there, it’s very cool ! I especially love that the owner literally grew up there as part of the family business. That would make a great movie. A little kid running around, being told by grandpa & pa to go get this, go do that, the chaos of the kitchens, and then the elegant metamorphosis into the cool fine young man owner who knows every nook & cranny & tradition of a most historic restaurant, in one of the worlds greatest cities. Awesome. Great documentary. 👍🏻❤️

  • @ChefJasonRendon
    @ChefJasonRendon 3 года назад +4

    What an very unique experience, so happy for you! And of course thank you so much for sharing your experience with us.

  • @Nubianette
    @Nubianette 3 года назад +4

    Just in time for June 7th. I love duck and wine! Cool! 🥂 I’m glad they used the correct glasses for Champagne. The flute is just for show.

  • @JCF072344
    @JCF072344 3 года назад +4

    closest I'll ever be to Tour d'Argent. Thanks for taking us there.

    • @ChineseAg
      @ChineseAg 3 года назад +1

      Same... bucket list...

  • @carolbrenner3121
    @carolbrenner3121 3 года назад +2

    Wow! How fun.

  • @monicahowley2518
    @monicahowley2518 3 года назад

    So wonderful of you to share.! You bring such joy, thank you

  • @always.wondering.wandering
    @always.wondering.wandering 3 года назад +2

    Wow, what a cool place to go eat, drink and take in the view. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @j-loosenfout67
    @j-loosenfout67 3 года назад +1

    wow En tant que Français, il me faut admettre que je suis bluffé. Être accueilli par le patron de La tour d'argent en personne, et qui qui en plus te fait la visite guidée des lieux, et pousse même l'hospitalité jusqu'à te montrer le catalogue des célébrités qui sont venues dans ce restaurant, et qui en plus te le commente, c'est juste exceptionnel. Joli coup Jay ! :)

  • @karenb9787
    @karenb9787 3 года назад +4

    OMG Jay you are one lucky human being! What a fabulous treat! 😊

  • @velislavastaneva6825
    @velislavastaneva6825 3 года назад +1

    Wow todays vlog is such a treat! What an amazing experience!!!

  • @youngnope4664
    @youngnope4664 3 года назад +2

    me after looking up on google how much this place is: god damn

    • @j-loosenfout67
      @j-loosenfout67 3 года назад

      :))) This long number on the sale, is it the reference of the wine? No sir, the price. :)

  • @kathleenflaherty8408
    @kathleenflaherty8408 3 года назад +1

    OPINEL Knife: Twist the silver collar below the blade to lock it in place after opening.
    Also, after washing, be sure to DRY completely before closing; the blade will rust!
    You have partial custody of a unique version of a French classic picnic knife so take good care of it!!

  • @PeterGoelen
    @PeterGoelen 3 года назад +5

    I read somewhere their wine list is a seven kilo book… great video!

  • @lauren110
    @lauren110 3 года назад +1

    What a lovely one! Huge thanks to you (and Lindsey!) for bringing us along :)

  • @yvonnerahmes9618
    @yvonnerahmes9618 3 года назад

    OMG AWESOME!!!!!!!! This is everything I LOVE, a bit of history, backstory, unique 3 generations in fine dining in the midst of PARIS ooh la la!!! Sorry but how exciting, those historic pictures of famous guests, it hit all the right spots of my 64yrs. Of course the ducks, and the foods, the bakery, how kind they all were, what a wonderful friend to bring you Jay! The skyline from the top was exquisite to see, lovely. I hope you have an opportunity to dine there Jay :) Thank you for bringing us along! I did so love seeing you speaking French with everyone...

  • @jahanas22
    @jahanas22 3 года назад +1

    What a spectacular view. That would be a great place to visit.

  • @RAD6150
    @RAD6150 3 года назад +7

    Last time I was this early, Jay was still on a boat! J/K... I skipped the Patreon preview because I like the anticipation. 😁

    • @robinolson8836
      @robinolson8836 3 года назад +1

      I second the anticipatory thrill! 🙌

  • @bookswithb2684
    @bookswithb2684 3 года назад +1

    This was fun! Thanks for taking us along.

  • @roykenyon886
    @roykenyon886 3 года назад +3

    It's a hard life Jay! Enjoy A+

  • @Chiefchief4444
    @Chiefchief4444 3 года назад +1

    WONDERFUL.

  • @elizabethjurkacek5217
    @elizabethjurkacek5217 3 года назад

    How lucky are you!!!! I saw a video once on La Tour d'Argent's wine cellar, it's over the top interesting. Thank you so very much!

  • @cermelem
    @cermelem 3 года назад +4

    That was one heck of a delicious day. You have the most awesome friends. I just ate dinner and now I'm hungry again! 😂

  • @sunshinegalkw9675
    @sunshinegalkw9675 3 года назад +1

    Wow! That’s so cool! What a wonderful way to make it accessible for everyone! The box looks amazing!!

  • @rc9272
    @rc9272 3 года назад +1

    Absolutely fantastic!

  • @erikat5678
    @erikat5678 3 года назад +1

    Oooh, next time I’m in Paris…sounds like a special treat! Thank you for bringing us along!

  • @KarinLynnBates
    @KarinLynnBates 3 года назад

    What an extraordinary experience! And how lovely that they are sharing more of their food with the masses, so to speak. I hope it works out for them - it’s a very good idea whose time has come, I should think! I really enjoyed this, Lindsey and Jay. Thank you!

  • @erpatitube
    @erpatitube 3 года назад +2

    Every time I hear about the Tour d’Argent it reminds me about Iron Chef as they name dropped it a couple of times when talking about some of the guest chefs. Great views!

  • @oliviagiles
    @oliviagiles 3 года назад +1

    Dear Jay, awesome fun, amazing place, really enjoyed it.

  • @plenty420247
    @plenty420247 3 года назад +2

    Yes Jay you are so right about it being expensive. My next trip to Paris it is on my bucket list for sure. Being a chef myself made this vlog very special. In my research this restaurant came up more than once. I wish I had gone there when I was there two years ago. Again what a great and special vlog today. Thanks for that. :)

  • @cindylewis3325
    @cindylewis3325 3 года назад

    Love Paris....will have to check this out on my next trip. Hopefully after COVID

  • @robinolson8836
    @robinolson8836 3 года назад +2

    What an amazing opportunity! How fun and yummy! 😊

  • @JWinParis
    @JWinParis 3 года назад +1

    What an amazing experience!

  • @LindaStitches
    @LindaStitches 3 года назад

    That was a fascinating treat ! Thank you!

  • @valourpublishinginc6534
    @valourpublishinginc6534 3 года назад +1

    Added to the Paris “must do” list. Thanks, Jay (and Lindsey)!

  • @julieparker8176
    @julieparker8176 3 года назад +1

    Awesome opportunity, Jay! Thanks for sharing with the rest of us. 😊

  • @1BigBucks1
    @1BigBucks1 3 года назад +2

    Amazing experience wow!

  • @Magnificent881
    @Magnificent881 3 года назад +7

    Great place! An alternative is to go to the terrasse of the Institut du monde arabe. The view is almost identical and the museum is worth a visit.

  • @sueg2658
    @sueg2658 3 года назад +1

    Oh my! I would LOVE to visit France ♥️

  • @michaelbrennan5433
    @michaelbrennan5433 3 года назад +1

    Jay, your never disappoint. Also thank Lindsey.

  • @jasmin0930
    @jasmin0930 3 года назад

    Thank you for the wonderful view from up above. You certainly were lucky. I walked by here so many times when I stayed just around the corner on my visit to Paris and knew it was a great place to eat but way out of my budget so it’s nice to see inside. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @j_merida
    @j_merida 3 года назад

    Great video. I loved that the owner was so down to earth and nice. It's always refreshing when they're not stuffy :)

  • @magdastar2249
    @magdastar2249 3 года назад +1

    Great video. Thank you for sharing this wonderful ❤ old restaurant. What a treat. Enjoy the re-opening.🥂🤪

  • @christineschmidutz5057
    @christineschmidutz5057 3 года назад +1

    Such a cool video! I'm not into celebrities yet I find a place that attracts them interesting. It all creates and upholds a story. Also I find generational business so interesting.

    • @JaySwanson
      @JaySwanson  3 года назад +1

      Definitely wrapped in fascinating stories

  • @asuperstar
    @asuperstar 3 года назад +1

    This is where we walked every day to get our breakfast goodies! saved a few bags for the logo.

  • @sherrieshatzen3801
    @sherrieshatzen3801 3 года назад +5

    I thought Le Procope is the oldest restaurant in Paris?

    • @prestuvius
      @prestuvius 3 года назад

      Probably the oldest documented restaurant in Paris. Did some reading on Tour d’Argent... there’s literally no evidence it’s been around as long as they claim. In fact, there’s some evidence to contradict it. Look it up on wiki.

    • @rayf12345
      @rayf12345 3 года назад

      Tour d'Argent 1582 - claim
      Le Procope -1686
      Auberge Nicolas Flamel - 1407

  • @danyelmoulden3803
    @danyelmoulden3803 3 года назад +1

    That was INCREDIBLE! What a view!!!😮😮😁😁. And I already listen to, and LOVE Lindsey's podcast and books!! I have learned so much from her!! Definately plan to pick up a pique-nique box when we come back to Paris! And a few if those specialty spices for my daughters! What a treat!! 🥰🥰 Merci Beaucoup @lostincheeseland!!

  • @DomBernier
    @DomBernier 3 года назад

    Second last time I was in Paris, I bought a jar of baba au rhum at their bakery to bring back home, the over weight of the suitcase was totally worthy! Next trip, it already planned that me and my Parisian friend are going for an unforgettable dinner!

  • @zombijoe584
    @zombijoe584 3 года назад

    Awesome thank you Jay!

  • @lewtoncole
    @lewtoncole 3 года назад +1

    Awesome!

  • @marcdenton2996
    @marcdenton2996 3 года назад +1

    Paris is ‘always’ beautiful.

  • @hazelhoyte7668
    @hazelhoyte7668 3 года назад +1

    Thanks Jay, that was amazing! 👍👌

  • @james-p
    @james-p 3 года назад

    OMG I'm totally getting a box and that awesome Opinel and having lunch by the Seine on my next trip!

  • @debbiehall8569
    @debbiehall8569 3 года назад +1

    I’ve always wanted to see inside. Can’t afford to eat there so your video is what will have to satisfy my curiosity. Thank you so much. How lucky were you

  • @MrMazza4321
    @MrMazza4321 3 года назад +1

    Looks amazing there and that you both had a great time.
    Loved the breadstick b-roll at the end lol 🤤👍😉💙

  • @lauriecalery8801
    @lauriecalery8801 3 года назад

    Wow Jay! You lucky duck! Living the dream. Much gratitude to Lindsey.
    Cheers!!! 😎

  • @zahrazainy8575
    @zahrazainy8575 3 года назад

    I just discovered this channel and I love your content!!

  • @erinmh
    @erinmh 3 года назад +1

    Friends in high places! 🍾 🥂

  • @valentynar6512
    @valentynar6512 3 года назад

    Very interesting video. And nice music. Thank you:))

  • @bruin_tea_et_ecriture
    @bruin_tea_et_ecriture 3 года назад

    This was epic!!!! Thank you! Enjoy your opinel! I love mine :)

  • @tohism
    @tohism 3 года назад +2

    So awesome. An episode worth repeating. And great for the algorithm. :-)

  • @teresacoppola236
    @teresacoppola236 Год назад

    Lucky to say that I have been one of their guests. AWESOME!!!!

  • @andyshacks7812
    @andyshacks7812 3 года назад +2

    Oh wow. Just fabulous ! The epicerie looks pure quality. That view is amazing. One day I’ll eat there too. Well I can at least dream!

  • @annaburch3200
    @annaburch3200 3 года назад

    So funny!! As soon as you said silver tower, I thought, "That would tarnish so fast" and then you immediately said it would tarnish. 😆 Definitely thinking on the same wave length. That was such a cool experience! How fun and tasty!

  • @sherali62
    @sherali62 3 года назад +1

    Evening Jay good vid again and we get to see the something we wouldnt see unless we follow you

  • @Unkn0wnGuy
    @Unkn0wnGuy 3 года назад +1

    I'll have to remember this place for the next time I'm in paris

  • @sbhimji4568
    @sbhimji4568 3 года назад +2

    That blue knife is really nice! Where can I get one?

    • @bruin_tea_et_ecriture
      @bruin_tea_et_ecriture 3 года назад

      www.opinel-usa.com/ you can't get the exact blue one because it's made especially for Tour D'argent but they have other spectacular knives and you can have them engraved. I love mine No8 ftw :)

  • @lavoltare6307
    @lavoltare6307 9 месяцев назад

    Oldest and the best, my favourite in Paris.

  • @gennadyrosin1177
    @gennadyrosin1177 3 года назад

    Jay great video! i love whenever you have Lindsay on. Awesome! jerry/chicago

  • @cheunglab
    @cheunglab 3 года назад +1

    What a fun vlog! 😋🥖🧀🦆🥂

  • @nolanani
    @nolanani 3 года назад +1

    That was fabulous! Not sure why I started crying, but hey, whattaya gonna do?

  • @rockeyrocket1224
    @rockeyrocket1224 3 года назад +1

    Haven't been back since they closed the forum Les Halls for a rebuild, then covid hit. I just wan't to see the new shopping center they built. Not looking foreward to seeing the damaged church. Last time I saw it with my eyes it was partially cleaned and vivid while the rest was dark and dingy. I thought the next time I see it will be all clean and spectacular, now the spire is gone maybe for a lifetime. So sad.

  • @nicolefoinette8429
    @nicolefoinette8429 3 года назад +1

    What an amazing experience and you captured it perfectly Jay! About 20 years ago when I was a PA I had to arrange a trip to Paris for my CEO and directors and their wives - the visit culminated in a meal at the Tour d’Argent - so it was great to see what it is like there! When I’m able to go visit Paris again I’ll have to check out their epicerie and boulangerie!

  • @rhondacrosswhite8048
    @rhondacrosswhite8048 3 года назад +4

    Love Tour d’ Argent! If you get the opportunity, don’t miss the turbot or the canard.

    • @youndameamvs3993
      @youndameamvs3993 3 года назад +1

      ruclips.net/video/IB4x12MEMQ4/видео.html

  • @rumidude
    @rumidude 3 года назад +1

    Damn, that was cool!
    Saving up my money to go to Paris within the next few years. I want enough so that I can splurge on a few things.

  • @rapdup
    @rapdup 3 года назад

    Fun time! BTW, can you point me to the two songs you're using in this? Would love to add them to a playlist. Dyalla has so much content, finding them is proving challenging.

  • @etiennebognar390
    @etiennebognar390 3 года назад

    Niiice !!! How did you manage to get that private tour?

  • @figura1987
    @figura1987 3 года назад

    Hey, Jay, how / where is the picnic box for sale? I would love to try it when me and my Lady go to Paris next year

  • @gchesley
    @gchesley 2 года назад

    I have eaten there it is amazing.

  • @debracoulter1250
    @debracoulter1250 3 года назад

    That was very impressive! I loved the celebrity wall. That’s so interesting that they have all of that wine in their cellar, wow! Oh yeah, and the numbering of ducks! Lol Just think of McD! This is our #### hamburger! Lol 😂

  • @NickVennlig
    @NickVennlig 3 года назад +1

    Always takes me a second to remember that your friend's instagram handle "lostincheeseland" is not a reference to the state of Wisconsin, where I grew up, but obviously the more notorious producer of cheese, France. Ope

  • @almamariasalvador7032
    @almamariasalvador7032 3 года назад

    love the @lostincheeseland and @jayswanson tandem in RUclips all the time ;-))

  • @kmichalene
    @kmichalene 3 года назад +1

    Super cool! I’ve always wondered about this place! I never knew what it was. I thought it was a hotel. So, did the boxes come from the epicerie or from the owner of the resto? Are the boxes available in the Epicerie? Asking for a friend ;0)

  • @janetstear8906
    @janetstear8906 3 года назад +1

    Tres cool Jay!!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us! 👏👏👏👏
    Side note: I am beyond thrilled that we can visit again. I'm thinking of coming for the month of October. Do you think that's a good idea or should I delay till 2022??? Honest feedback please! ( 5th trip)

    • @JaySwanson
      @JaySwanson  3 года назад

      I'm glad I can share! And I can't really say what you should do either way - my hope is that things are open for good, but I'm as in the dark about how things will progress as everyone, unfortunately. I hope that when you do make a trip, it's a total blast!

    • @janetstear8906
      @janetstear8906 3 года назад

      @@JaySwanson thank you kind sir! I ended up booking for this September...I just can’t stand it... gotta see my favorite city again!

  • @prestuvius
    @prestuvius 3 года назад +1

    I can’t find that “Moi je joue” remix by Dyalla anywhere :(

  • @orangenapooh5314
    @orangenapooh5314 3 года назад

    Not only The queen but Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan too. OMG!!!!

  • @ThePinayDutchess
    @ThePinayDutchess 3 года назад

    What was the music playing in the background?

  • @ceichel972
    @ceichel972 3 года назад +2

    Paris sera toujours Paris...👍

  • @RonFennakadas
    @RonFennakadas 3 года назад

    Interesting ways for a good restaurant with a high price point to generate new income during these challenging times.

  • @davidpoore7931
    @davidpoore7931 3 года назад

    Jay, What is happening with your Visa? We haven't heard anything since your visit home.

  • @cat_city2009
    @cat_city2009 Год назад

    ACHEWALLY according to Wikipedia, La Tour d'Argent was founded in the 19th Century. There is no record of it existing before that time.

    • @JaySwanson
      @JaySwanson  Год назад

      Hiya, Emily here! We can say this about many claims throughout history, I'm sure. However, several well established tour guides and histories of Paris say otherwise, and I'm inclined to believe them over wikipedia!

    • @cat_city2009
      @cat_city2009 Год назад

      @@JaySwanson
      Tour guides like to tell tall tales. What histories of Paris say the Tour d'Argent is older than the 19th Century?

  • @nativetexan53
    @nativetexan53 3 года назад

    Why is the music louder than you are? I'm listening to you and the music starts up and I don't get to hear the end of what you are saying.

  • @neilpenny5475
    @neilpenny5475 3 года назад

    Sounds like you had a crepe suzette from the cart outside.

  • @MrQMF
    @MrQMF 3 года назад

    That view was amazing. I would love to see a video on the top 10 views of Paris.