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CLÉMENCE GOMMY • Gomi
WORK • Friday Routine
CLÉMENCE GOMMY • founder • Gomi
Neighborhood you work and live in: 1st arrondissement
It’s Friday afternoon. How are you rolling into the weekend?
Fridays are always busy, with weekend events coming up for Gomi, my event and catering company. If there wasn’t an event the night before or today, I’m usually in the office at 10h with coffee and pastries. We dive into our tasks on the computer while chatting about some of the more unusual requests we’ve received, brainstorming the right formats and proposals. Meanwhile, the kitchen is busy with catering preparations.
What’s on the agenda for today?
I start my day with a filter coffee and checking emails. Then, I finalize a recipe project, either cooking or working on photo and video edits. I follow this with a 20-30 minute workout at home before heading to the lab, which doubles as my agency office. There, I wrap up preparations with the team for an event. We head to the venue together to handle the setup, staging, and team briefings. I usually leave events late in the evening. Depending on how the night goes, I either go home for a quick pilates session before bed, or meet friends at a restaurant or bar.
Any restaurant plans today, tonight, this weekend?
Today, I’m having lunch at Rigmarole, followed by drinks at Piccolo, the new Italian bar opened by my friends Hubert and Gianmarco. This weekend, I’m heading to Le Chalet Olivet in the Loire to stay at Alice Moireau’s house. The agenda includes a cozy fireplace, chestnut gathering, cooking, flea markets, and board games.
How about a little leisure or culture?
I enjoy visiting the MEP (Maison Européenne de la Photographie) or David Zwirner Gallery, where my best friend works. I’m increasingly drawn to the art world, not only for its aesthetics but also as an interesting investment. I also often go to the Pinault Foundation; I find their exhibitions quite interesting.
Any weekend getaways?
Recently, Greece has inspired me so much that I’ve been there three times this year. I highly recommend these restaurants: Taverna Ton Filon, a wonderful taverna in Athens, and Cantina and Omega3 in Sifnos. Everything is cooked with ingredients sourced within 10 km of the restaurant: it’s truly incredible.
What was your last great vacation?
I’m lucky to travel often, and it’s a huge source of inspiration for me. My most recent trip was a weekend in Morocco to celebrate my 30th birthday. My last major trip was to Japan, one of the most incredible experiences of my life.
What’s a recent big-ticket purchase you love?
A vintage Sonia Rykiel bag sourced by my friend Bianca from Vintage Therapy.
What store or service do you always recommend?
It’s more of a café, but I absolutely love Dreamin Man, especially now that they’ve opened one near me in the 1st arrondissement.