Traditionally, lunch in Paris is the biggest meal of the day. Kids in school get two hours off for what would have, in generations past, been a home-cooked lunch. And while most parents work in most households today, making lunch at home an impossibility, French children still enjoy a four-course meal at school. It’s also not […]
Food and Drink in Paris
7 Most Famous Foods in Paris (& the Best Places to Try Each One)
Posted on September 4, 2020
You could climb the Eiffel Tower, stroll down the Champs-Elysées, and spend the rest of your time in the French capital getting lost among paintings in the Louvre. But if you don’t eat out in Paris, you’ll have missed out entirely on what is almost sure sure to be a life-changing experience. Food is an […]
Michelin Star Restaurants in Paris That Are Actually Worth Your Time
Posted on August 26, 2020
Boasting 119 Michelin star restaurants in 2020, Paris is second only to Tokyo on the list of cities with the most starred establishments. Michelin-starred restaurants have earned their prestige for good reason, and you can’t really go wrong at any of them. But with so many to choose from here in Paris, not to mention […]
You Can Stop Searching: These Are the 8 Best Croissants in Paris
Posted on August 26, 2020
It’s a common fact that no Parisian breakfast would be complete without a croissant (or two—we’re not judging). But despite the abundance of bakeries in the city, not all of them are created equal. And when it comes to pastries in France, you should only settle for the best of the best. But no need […]
8 Restaurants in Paris That Are Almost Always Open
Posted on June 19, 2020
Opening hours in Paris can be something of a lottery. We’ve put together a list of our favorite spots so you can always win the restaurant jackpot. France is renowned for short working hours and a good work-life balance, and the capital is no different. In Paris, most small, owner-operated restaurants are closed two days […]
Our 5 Favorite Spots for the Best Crepes in Paris [2024]
Posted on June 18, 2020
Believe it or not, crepes can be done wrong, even in Paris. That’s why we’re letting you in on our list of favorite crepe and galette makers in the City of Light. We want to make sure you get that hot, buttery speciality just right. First, let’s get one thing straight. Here in France, we […]
Cost of Food in Paris per Day: Your Budget for Baguettes & So Much More
Posted on June 10, 2020
Budgeting for vacation can be tricky, especially in a city with so many options. In Paris, there is no upper limit when it comes to how much you can spend, and exercising restraint can often be a challenge. But you don’t need to spend a lot of money to have a good time—or a good […]
The 5 Best Cheese Shops in Paris (& What to Know Before You Go)
Posted on March 12, 2020
They may call Paris the City of Love or the City of Light, but we’d wager it’s really the City of Cheese. And when it comes to the best cheese shops in Paris, everyone has an opinion. France is really serious about their cheese (no, it’s not a cliché). According to a report by the […]
Famous Fromage: 7 Types of French Cheese You Need to Try
Posted on March 5, 2020
Former French President Charles de Gaulle is famous for having declared that it was impossible to govern a country with 246 kinds of cheese… and these days, France is home to far more than that! It can seem a bit overwhelming to know where to begin, so to help you get started, here are the […]
Where to Find the Best Hot Chocolate in Paris
Posted on February 27, 2020
France may not be as well-known as Belgium or Switzerland for its chocolate, but this country actually has a rich tradition in all things cacao… especially chocolat chaud. Here are our four favorite spots to indulge in the best hot chocolate in Paris. Photo Credit: La Chocolaterie Cyril Lignac, Text Overlay: Devour Paris Food Tours […]
