How to Avoid Tourist Food in Paris: What Chefs, Locals, and Professional Eaters Wish You Knew

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No beret, Gauloise or moody frown needed to eat like a Parisian—but you do need sharper instincts. We asked chefs, locals, and professional eaters for their bluntest advice on how to avoid tourist food in Paris. Because trust us—it’s not just about overpaying. It’s about missing out on what makes Paris taste like Paris. The … Read more

How the French Eat in 2025: A Realistic Look at Modern Habits

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France’s reputation as the land of gourmet food, crusty baguettes, and leisurely bistro lunches still holds romantic appeal—but it no longer tells the full story. In 2025, French eating habits are shifting in surprising ways. From rising fast-food sales and frozen meal dependence to the growing dominance of global food giants, how the French actually … Read more

What to Do in Paris for Foodies in May 2025

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May in Paris isn’t polite—it’s bursting. Café terraces spill onto the pavement. Strawberries are finally sweet enough to seduce. Asparagus spears stand tall like they own the season. And the city’s appetite? Insatiable. Whether you’re planning a trip or already elbows-deep in Parisian pleasure, here’s your chef’s-eye view of what to eat, sip, and savour … Read more

What to Do in Paris for Foodies in April 2025

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Spring in Paris doesn’t whisper—it sizzles. The terraces are filling, the markets are bursting, and the kitchens? Oh, they’re getting cheeky. April is when the city swaps its winter coat for something a little more seductive, and if you’ve got taste buds worth their salt, now’s the time to pay attention. Here’s my guide on what … Read more

This Chef’s Rules for Seducing a French Market (And Not Looking Like an Idiot)

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If you want to shop at a French market like a local, you’ve got to do more than carry a linen tote and mutter bonjour. You’ve got to show up with heart, hustle, and just enough charm to make a fruit seller blush. French markets aren’t just places to buy food. They’re slow, sensual cathedrals … Read more

Craft Beer in France: A Survival Guide for Hop Heads in 2025

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Let’s be brutally honest—France is not a beer country. It never has been. And I should know. I’ve got photos of me at age three sipping real ale with my dad in a British beer garden, long before the words “craft beer” ever made it to a French bar menu. Still, things are changing. Over … Read more

Paris Restaurant Tips for Tourists in 2025: A Step-by-Step Dining Guide

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Let’s face it—eating out in Paris is one of the greatest joys of visiting the city. But it’s also where things can go wildly right or terribly wrong. With tens of thousands of restaurants, it’s a food-lover’s paradise—but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to navigate. Even as a chef and lifelong foodie, I’ll admit: you … Read more

How to Eat Like a French Child: What French Kids Eat – A Chef’s Food Guide

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Paris, with its world-renowned cuisine, is a paradise for foodie parents—but let’s be honest, traveling with kids isn’t easy. Every foodie parent knows that French children are raised to eat with impeccable manners and surprisingly adventurous palates. If you’re curious about what French kids eat—and how to help your own children explore food with that … Read more