The Real Paris Restaurant Guide: Who to Trust in 2025

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Looking for the most trusted Paris restaurant guide in 2025? With the internet drowning in AI-written listicles and tourist-driven hype, it’s never been more important to seek out human-curated lists created by people who actually live and eat here. As a chef living in Paris, I constantly get asked where I eat, who I trust, … 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

Eating Out with Kids in Paris: A Family-Friendly Guide

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In the vibrant heart of the City of Lights, where love and gastronomy intertwine, lies a delicious truth many tourists miss—eating out with kids in Paris can be just as magical as dining à deux. Forget the clichés and the eye-rolls from snobby waiters—this city knows how to feed its smallest guests with flair. I’m … Read more

Valentines in Paris: How to Treat Your Lover Right

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Without Stuffing Yourself Out of the Game Ah, Valentines in Paris—the ultimate romantic cliché. But let’s be clear: this guide will make most restaurant owners cry, this valentines itinerary isn’t about overpriced heart-shaped desserts or stuffy tasting menus that leave you too full to function back at the hotel. No, this is about a seductive, … 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

Unveiling the Essence of French Dining Culture: More Than Just a Meal

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To sit at the opulent table of the French, whose dining culture transcends the simple act of eating and evolves into a revered art form is an experience I hope you indulge in many times in your life. This article will lead you down the road to enjoy the art de la table like the … Read more

How Has the French Way of Eating Changed in the Last 100 Years?

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Ah, France—the land of baguettes, boeuf bourguignon, and buckets of booze. But here’s the twist: the way the French eat today is a far cry from the leisurely lunches and wine-laced dinners of a century ago. French eating habits and the french meal are considered the creme de la creme by many of us. And … 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 falling into … Read more