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Restaurant business of Russian celebrities

Interior of the Moscow restaurant «Chichibio»

Today, stars of Russian journalism, show business, and simply well-known and famous people are increasingly investing money in opening their own restaurants. Regardless of the concept, overall design style, and the presence or absence of modern r-keeper systems, an establishment owned by a celebrity attracts customers.

Many go for the first time simply out of curiosity, to see 'how and what' or in the hope of meeting the star owner in person. If the restaurant can offer guests, besides the owner's famous name, a pleasant interior, excellent cuisine, and affordable prices, then it is destined for long-term success.

It should be noted that each establishment of Russian celebrities matches the spirit and atmosphere of its famous owner. For example, the restaurant of the Pozner brothers, who were born and raised in Paris. But after living many years in Russia and opening their own restaurant in the very center of Moscow, they named it after their mother – «Géraldine».

The establishment is known for its classic interior and simple French cuisine. In addition, Vladimir and Pavel Pozner regularly hold literary evenings here with dinner and stories from their own lives.

The Moscow restaurant «Tinatin», owned by TV presenter Tina Kandelaki, fully reflects the inner world of its star hostess. This establishment, occupying three floors of an historic mansion, with a luxurious expensive interior, an abundance of greenery and live birds, offers guests traditional Georgian food. Moreover, most dishes are prepared according to Tina's mother's recipes.

Speaking of restaurants of Russian stars, one cannot fail to mention the famous showman and equally famous restaurateur Alexander Tsekalo. He is a co-owner of several establishments of this kind, completely different in design and mood.

For example, Moscow's «Chichibio» is a kingdom of humor and anti-glamour combined with a very bold and even frivolous interior. But the restaurant «The сад» (The Garden), which also belongs to Ivan Urgant, is a completely different story. Despite the automation of all trade operations using storehouse, it resembles a paradise corner, drowning in greenery. And cuisine is given great attention here, so Adrian Quetglas, the best chef in Moscow, offers his culinary masterpieces to guests.

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