Chef Chooses Foodie Things to Do in Paris in 2025

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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

The Ultimate French Foodie Calendar – Explore & Contribute!

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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

2025 starts with a meal that needs to be talked about – Bonnotte, Boulogne-Billancourt: Restaurant Review

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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

5 Ways a Chef-Turned-Food Tour Guide Will Make You Question Your Culinary Choices in Paris

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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

“Forget Michelin Stars” A Chef’s Guide to eating cheaply in Paris

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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

How to Eat Like a French Child: Tips for Cultivating Sophisticated Palates

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

How to Eat Like the French: When You’re Not French (and Not in France)

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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

What to do about breakfast in Paris

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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

La Rentree in Paris: The French Re-entry into Life

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For many Parisians “la rentree in Paris” signals the end of their summer, we lay to reste our dreamy elongated holidays and a return to the existential real life parisian dread. The routine of Metro, boulout, do-do drizzles into our hearts with the first grey days of autumn. The pressure of getting the kids back … Read more

Effortlessly Ace Your Next Parisian Dinner Invite with these 10 tips

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Navigating a Parisian dinner invitation can be a delightful yet daunting experience. From the moment you receive that coveted invite, the excitement and nerves intertwine. Imagine stepping into an elegant soirée, where every detail from RSVP etiquette to dining decorum plays a crucial role. Whether you’re an avid traveller, a curious foodie, or living here … Read more