1. Le Cafe V
Over the past couple of years, luxury labels have been venturing out of the fashion industry and into F&B, opening eateries in major cities around the world. With the opening of its first cafe and restaurant, Louis Vuitton is the latest to join the fray. Located at the Maison's new four-storey Osaka Midosuji flagship store, Le Cafe V was opened in partnership with celebrated Japanese chef Yosuke Suga. It features an open-top terrace and an adjoining bar, with a sea-like terrazzo floor and coloured roof decorations. The menu is curated by Suga himself, and the cafe is accessible to all shoppers perusing the store, open through the day and into the night.
There’s also a secret entrance to Sugalabo V, an exclusive restaurant also helmed by Suga, but with limited seats. The intimate dining space can only accommodate a small number of guests each evening, much like Suga’s acclaimed Tokyo restaurant, also named Sugalabo.
Vuitton’s foray into the culinary sphere is sure to excite followers of the brand, but it isn’t the only fashion label with an F&B line. Fashion fanatics, here are some eateries owned by your favourite design houses to note down on your travel itinerary.