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

Whimsical watercolor sketch of a tipsy chef, foodie journalist, and geeky local sharing laughs after a decadent Paris meal—symbolizing how to avoid tourist food in Paris and eat like a true insider.

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

Parody logo blending McDonald's golden arches and Picard snowflake with text 'Eat Like The French' – satirical take on modern French eating habits in 2025.

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

Paris Google Map: Where to Eat, Sip & Wander Like a Local

Minimalist watercolor illustration of a Parisian café table with a croissant, espresso, and baguette on a white background. A subtle Paris Google Map overlay with location pins hints at hidden foodie gems, with a softly sketched Eiffel Tower in the background. Vibrant colors and a clean, elegant style make it perfect for a Paris food blog.

Paris is a feast, but not all meals are worth your appetite. Tourists get fed a curated Disneyland version of the city—overpriced croissants, questionable bistros, and queues longer than your patience. If you want to experience Paris like a local, you need the right intel. That’s where this Paris Google Map comes in. Handpicked by … Read more

“Wow that tomato Sauce is Banging” – Limmat, Marseille: Restaurant Review

Panoramic picture of the stairs leading up to cours julien, with a shot of limmat restaurant. Taken after we ate at limmat, restaurant for our restaurant review

The exclamation that came out of my brothers mouth after his first forkful of the tomato sauce his main course bathed in caught me by suprise. You would expect that living in the ancient city of Marseille, Provence’s un-official capital, he would be used to eating exceptional Tomato sauce. But clearly not. Every forkful of … Read more

How to Find Great Restaurants in Paris – Like a Local Foodie

How to find great restaurants in paris text on top of Hand-drawn black ink and watercolor sketch of a Parisian café scene with Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Cœur in background, capturing the spirit of dining in Paris like a local foodie.

With more than 30,000 restaurants in Paris, how to find a great restaurant in Paris is question we often get asked. Choosing the perfect restaurant in Paris is an art, a journey through the city’s vibrant culinary tapestry. As your guide, I’ve worn the hats of both chef and food tour expert, ready to demystify … Read more