During the heyday of train travel in the late nineteenth to early-twentieth centuries, rail stations in major cities were places where wealthy travelers showed off their status and prestige. Le Train Bleu, a […]
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Brewing Something New: Some of the Best Coffee in Paris
It’s starting to feel like a routine to note that Paris has been getting significantly better at producing things it was once mediocre at. Craft beer, cocktail bars, cupcakes and friendly customer service […]
In Review: Clover Green, for an Elegant but Relaxed Meal in Paris’ Saint-Germain
It can be surprisingly difficult to find a “traditional” French restaurant in the capital that offer reasonable fixed-priced menus and thoughtfully presented, delicious dishes. But this is precisely what you’ll find at Clover Green, […]
Best Places for Brunch in Paris: Our Picks
It’s not always easy to find a decent brunch in Paris– or anywhere, for that matter. These days, brunch seems to be a bit hit-or-miss in the capital. Either the food isn’t quite […]
Japanese Paris: The Best Restaurants & Grocers Around Rue Sainte-Anne
While most tourists with a taste for gourmet experiences come to Paris to try French food, a few know that the city harbors its fair share of excellent Japanese restaurants, grocers and casual […]
Summery Indulgence: 4 Places I Recommend for Ice Cream & Gelato in Paris
A small confession: I’m not someone you can really trust with a pint of ice cream left in the freezer. If it’s there, it’s pretty certain I’ll eat it– and often too much […]
In Review: Fou de Pâtisserie, a Parisian Pastry Shop for the Indecisive
Strolling down Rue des Martyrs, a stretch of Paris’ South Pigalle that packs more gourmet power in a single street than most entire neighborhoods do, I noticed a patisserie that was clearly out […]
Inside La Coupole, a Montparnasse Brasserie Haunted With Artistic History
Referring to the legendary Parisian brasserie on Boulevard de Montparnasse, French historian Georges Viaud once remarked: “If the tables [here] could talk, they would tell the story of La Coupole’s role in […]
In Review: Ti Jos, a Traditional Breton Creperie in Paris’ Montparnasse
Looking for a good traditional Breton restaurant and creperie in Paris without even a hint of pretention or stuffy formality? Ti Jos may be the ticket, especially if you’re staying in or around […]
5 Idyllic Places for Afternoon Tea in Paris: My Picks
While I’m more of a coffee lover than a tea person, the winter season in the capital demands a little extra dose of coziness. Once or twice a year, I fork over some […]
In Review: Eating Europe’s “Hip Eats and Backstreets” Tour of Paris
I’ll start by saying this: If there’s any food tour that you should take on an empty stomach, it’s this one. The “Hip Eats and Backstreets” tour of Paris from Eating Europe isn’t one […]
In Review: L’Opéra Restaurant, Ideal for Lunch or a Pre-Show Dinner in Paris
As a native Californian, I tend to appreciate kitchens that offer both high-quality, beautifully presented cuisine and a relatively casual ambiance. I was expecting full pomp and circumstance at the Palais Garnier’s onsite […]
Some of the Best Crepes in Paris: A Few Favorites
Looking for some decent crepes in Paris? You’re not alone. Crepes are one of the world’s great democratic foods. They’re inexpensive, often portable, and remarkably adaptable, ranging from hearty and simple to lofty and gourmet. They’re also just as easily enjoyed by meat eaters as by vegetarians. In short, they make a meal that few would claim to genuinely dislike (including picky kids).
In Review: Coretta, a Refreshingly Unpretentious Gourmet Table in Paris
Recently, ahead of exploring the formerly sleepy Batignolles district in North Paris, I caught wind of a much-buzzed-about new restaurant in the area, and booked a table for one on a warm August […]
In Review: Addis Abeba, Serving Some of the Best Ethiopian Food in Paris
The first time I tried Ethiopian food, it was at Addis Abeba in Paris: a wonderful place to sample the East African country’s distinctive cuisine. Located between the Opera Garnier and Pigalle/Montmartre in […]
5 Of The Best Italian Restaurants in Paris: My Picks
When I moved to Paris in the early 2000s, Italian cuisine was certainly not a notable feature or strong point in the local food landscape. I knew of a few mediocre, albeit perfectly […]
The Best Street Food in Paris: My Favorite Spots For a Cheap Bite
Growing up in a Los Angeles suburb well before the era of hipster food trucks, street food wasn’t much of a thing, especially since you rarely left the car to use your feet. […]