WINE AND SAKE BAR PROJECT IN NYC LOWER EAST SIDE
2021

                                                                        WHITE SCREEN STUDIO

Adrien Giraux - DESIGNER


CHEZ PALOMA - Natural Wine Bar

Inspired by Paloma’s upbringing and the Parisian indulgence of life through time spent at sidewalk cafes, and in bistros and brasseries, Chez Paloma will bring these ideal moments together in a modern way to the ChinaTown / Two Bridges area.

Situated on the corner of Oliver Street, a site full of light all day long, Chez Paloma will offer a full corner terrasse with outdoor French bistro style seating. Perfect for people watching, a place to have their coffee under the warm sun, nibble on tartines for lunch or come have wine and charcuterie boards as evening approaches. Indoor, a beautiful curved central bar will be surrounded by seating in a stylish, casual, but elegant setting.

Having noticed the need for a wine bar in the area and the surge of interest in natural wines, Chez Paloma will be the ideal destination for neighbors to call their own.

AKINA’S - Secret Sake Bar

Paloma, born in Sapporo, Japan and given the Japanese name Akina, meaning spring flower, found inspiration in Nippon culture. Akina’s Secret Sake Bar will be the flip side to Chez Paloma: bright light aesthetics, bold design, colorful fashion, food and, of course sake.

Bringing her 10 years of experience in New York events and nightlife to this Nippon style speakeasy, Paloma will make Akina’s come to life in the basement at Chez Paloma. Add in a music selection strictly played on vinyl, bringing a refined element to NYC nightlife. Akina’s will be an exclusive spot, dedicated to the coolest crowd in Lower Manhattan. Partnering with Aisa Shelley (Mr. Fong’s, Primo’s) a proven operator of successful nightlife establishments, and Henry Rich (Rucola, June, Rhodora) a pioneer in natural wine, Chez Paloma and Akina’s is set up to be the next big thing in NYC.