The prestige of French food may have ebbed and flowed over the centuries, but there’s a general consensus among critics (and, of course, the French […]
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The Edmond Fallot Mustard Mill in Beaune: Where Tangy Magic is Made
On a recent trip to Beaune, France, I stopped by the one of the Burgundy town’s most-iconic sites : the Edmond Fallot mustard mill and […]
Brief History of Cannelés – & Some of the Best in Bordeaux
When visiting Bordeaux, Saint-Émilion and the surrounding region in southwestern France, you’ll likely see shop windows lined with little cakes shaped like large gumdrops or […]
Review: Bouillon Chartier, Paris’ Timeless Belle-Epoque Dining Room
Bouillon Chartier, like many classic Parisian restaurants, has a long pedigree. Renowned for its affordable and traditional French fare served in Art Deco surroundings, it […]
The French “Bouillon” Restaurant: A Short History
…and a few of the best bouillons in Paris With origins in the 19th century, “bouillon” restaurants are an integral part of French – or […]
In Review: Liberté Patisserie in Paris
The Canal St-Martin neighborhood of Paris, once primarily known as an industrial shipping route, has in the past two decades or so become a place […]
Artisan French Candy & Confectionary: A Brief History
Crispy millefeuille, rich opera cake, zesty tarte au citron — we’re all familiar with the charms of French pâtisserie. But what of its equally delightful […]
Du Pain et des Idées: A Fantastic Bakery Near the Canal St-Martin
If you’re strolling along Paris’ Canal Saint-Martin and happen to spot a long line snaking through (and congesting) a side street, you may have just […]
Exploring Paris’ Marché d’Aligre, From Fresh Produce to Antiques
Of the dozens of markets that grace Paris, the teeming stalls and old covered market that regularly open on and around the Place d’Aligre are […]
A Short History of French and Dijon Mustard
From aristocratic extravagance to everyday condiment In 2022, French mustard shortages made the popular condiment scarce on supermarket shelves around the world, owing in part […]
In Review: Marcel, Ideal for Weekend Brunch in Paris’ Montmartre
Hidden in a quiet corner of one of the meandering, residential side streets of Montmartre, Restaurant Marcel isn’t easily happened upon by tourists exploring Sacré […]
In Review: La Cave de Belleville, an Intimate Wine Bar in Paris’ Northeast
Up until recently, you’d be surprised to find a trendy wine bar in Belleville, a Parisian neighborhood that has been a thriving center of working-class […]
In Review: Macéo, a Traditional Paris Restaurant With Modern Touches
It’s well-known gastronomic French restaurant culture in Paris is not typically very accommodating to vegetarians. Those who either eschew meat altogether or wish to cut […]
Best Vegetarian (& Vegan) Restaurants in Paris: A Few Picks
As recently as a decade ago, the prospect of finding delicious, let alone decent, vegetarian or vegan dining options in the French capital was truly […]
Bo & Mie Bakery in Paris: My Full Review
First opening in central Paris with a single location in November 2017, Bo & Mie is a forward-thinking concept launched by two bakers-in-training, Magali Szekula […]
Where to Taste Delicious Falafel in Paris: Our Full Guide
It may seem odd that a culinary staple native to the Middle East is both wildly popular in the French capital, and often remarkably tasty. […]
Le Grand Colbert Restaurant, an Elegant Throwback to Paris Circa 1900
Located in a corner of the Galerie Vivienne, a historic covered passageway in Paris, Le Grand Colbert is a traditional French brasserie that opened its […]
A Table in Paris: John Donohue’s Lush Guide to the Capital’s Restaurants
John Donohue’s A Table in Paris is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the culinary imagination. A lushly illustrated, hardcover […]
French Choux Pastry: A Short History
The versatile marvel behind eclairs, profiteroles & more If French pastries are your thing, you’ve certainly already encountered the humble pâte à choux, or choux […]
Inside Paroles de Fromagers, a Great Stop for Cheese-Tasting in Paris
If cheese-tasting in Paris sounds like your speed, this unassuming little shop, tasting bar, and “cheese school” may be just the ticket. Paroles de Fromagers […]
