At the Cannes Film Festival the Stars Align at Nikki Beach

Lunch the Movies

On the day of the special red carpet screening of Dolar Y Gloria by Pedro Almodóvar at the Grand Théâtre Lumière (Palais du Festival) at the 72nd Cannes Film Festival, I headed to one of my favorite beachside spots, Nikki Beach. This restaurant is a regular pop-up venue during the Cannes Film Festival. It’s a perfect choice for a light lunch before the red carpet preparation. Nikki Beach is one of the most elegantly eco-designed beachside restaurants in Cannes.

Nikki Delivers Stylish Food

The interior of this beach club is white with shades of green and brown and there are beautiful succulents hanging from the ceiling and adorning each table. Meticulous, elegant place settings await each guest with artisan-crafted ceramic plates and hand-blown goblets custom designed specifically for Nikki Beach.

I ordered a sushi rainbow roll, which may seem like an unusual choice for the South of France. But, it was light, delicious and impeccably plated, a real delight for a food stylist. The rainbow roll looked like it was designed to match the Nikki Beach décor.

Make sure to make a lunch reservation for this Cannes favorite. During the festival, this restaurant is always packed. If you like healthy choices, elegant yet modern décor, Mediterranean views, go to Nikki Beach. Find the restaurant at Boulevard de la Croisette 06400 Cannes – near the Hotel Carlton.

Are you wondering who Tasha saw on the Red Carpet and La Croisette?

Are you looking for a stylish cocktail inspired by the red carpet in Cannes? Try a Red Carpet Mojito it is a toast to the Cannes Festival Du Film (recipe here).

Cannes is not only about the Film Festival. There is plenty to do in and near this famous French Riviera city. One terrific day trip is a short boat ride to Ile St Honorat. Go for lunch and sample the wine made by the monks living on the island.

Tasha Powell

Tasha Powell is a food stylist and writer who specializes in working with celebrity chefs and leaders in the hospitality industry. She cooks and styles for monographs, cookbooks and Satellite Media Tours, working between North America and Europe. Take a look at her mouthwatering photos on Cooking with a French Twist. Since July 2020, she has offered themed Zoom cooking classes influenced by her travels in France and Morocco. Here are a few:

• Fusion Vegetarian Menu: Cheese Soufflé, Grilled Vegetable Kabobs, Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Lime Crème Fraiche & Floating Islands
• Fall in Provence: Carrot Soup, Seared Duck Breast and Chocolate & Pear Tarte
• 3-Course Gluten-Free Menu: Panisse, Grilled Shrimp & Chocolate Towers with Michelin Star plating techniques
• Food Styling Tips: Apéro Dînatoire, presentation & plating
• 4-Course Gluten-Free Menu: Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurri Sauce, Zucchini Rollups, Roasted Leek Salad & Chocolate Lava Cakes, Michelin Star plating techniques
• Just Stuffed! Stuffed Aubergines, Tomatoes & Zucchini
• Provençal Cuisine: Baked Ratatouille Tian & Tarte du Soleil
• Add Sparkle, Shimmer, Silver and Gold to Your Culinary Presentations! By Lynn Neuberg of Easy Leaf Products and Chef Tasha Powell

Class listings can be found at Chef Tasha Events

Tasha also arranges culinary tours with Barbara Pitcher in Provence, France, in Marrakech, Morocco, in Sicily, Italy and in Parry Sound, Canada under Pitcher and Powell Cuisine and Culture.