Traveling to Paris with kids can feel like a logistical nightmare—jet lag, picky eaters, and the constant need to keep everyone fed without blowing the budget. But trust me, it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. I’ve dragged my family through enough tough food situations to know what works and what doesn’t. From backpacking across … Read more
Ah, terroir—the word that’s impossible to translate but defines everything exquisite about French food and wine. For the French, it’s not just a romantic notion; it’s the lifeblood of their culinary identity. This is after all a country that grows and eats it’s own food, improving less than 10% of its food supplies in 2023 … Read more
It’s January and with the new year comes the urge to plan, dream, and—let’s be honest—eat my way through life. There’s something undeniably thrilling about jotting down a fresh list of adventures, even if it’s just an excuse to daydream about everything I want to devour this year. As a chef and foodie, looking for … Read more
Discover the ultimate French food events calendar featuring the best culinary events across Paris and France, from wine festivals to Michelin-starred galas. It’s free, regularly updated, and you can even embed it on your own site. Got a foodie event I missed? Send it my way! Discover the Best French Food Events Calendar Grab your … Read more
Despite dining alone, I couldn’t stop myself from murmuring, “Damn, this is gorgeous.” The poise. The plates. The whole experience at Bonnotte felt like a quiet revelation. I held back from announcing it to the well-heeled crowd around me—after all, I’d already confused the waitstaff with my English accent, perfect French, and the fact I … Read more
Think you know Parisian food? Think again. If you’ve ever settled for a sad supermarket baguette or been duped by a tourist-trap bistro, it’s time for a proper culinary awakening. Join me on a Paris walking food tour where I’ll peel back the layers of the city’s vibrant food scene—one market stall, bakery, and hidden … Read more
Ah, Paris – the city of lights, love, and… bloated Michelin menus? Bin the star-chasing. You don’t need to be minted for all this gourmet eating cheaply in Paris. Let’s talk about my Paris – where endless nights finish with a dawn that greets you with warm croissants and the crackle of fresh baguettes, where … Read more
Paris, with its world-renowned cuisine, is a paradise for foodie parents, but traveling with kids isn’t easy, and every foodie parent knows french children learn to eat with impeccable manners and an adventurous palate. Coming to France with kids, here are some tips on eating like the french with little adventurous. From a young age, … Read more
The other night, over a candlelit dinner, a friend leaned in and whispered, “I love it when you cook, Tris. It’s like we’re on holiday in France.” That’s the beauty of French dining—it’s not just about the food, it’s about the entire experience. And here’s the good news: you don’t have to be in France … Read more
Ah, the infamous Parisian breakfast—a myth wrapped in flaky pastry and overpriced coffee. If you’ve ever found yourself shelling out €15 for a formule that left you both hungry and enraged, you’re not alone. It’s a scandal, a travesty, a blatant affront to the culinary delights this city is known for. And yet, tourists keep … Read more