What to Do in Paris for Foodies in June 2025

Paris in June is pure edible poetry—when strawberries blush at market stalls, rosé chills in every café fridge, and the scent of grilled merguez drifts through open windows. Whether you’re a chef chasing seasonal inspiration or a curious traveller craving real-deal French flavours, this guide rounds up the best things to eat and do in Paris for foodies in June 2025. From food festivals and market must-eats to secret spots and seasonal dishes, it’s all here.

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Paris Food Events in June 2025

June in Paris is packed with delicious happenings—from national food holidays to pop-up festivals and cultural feasts. Here’s what’s on the calendar:

• 3–5 June 2025 – Paris Food Trip Festival – La Défense – A street food festival full of food trucks. More info
• 4 June 2025 – International Cider Day – Celebrate all things cidre across Parisian bars and caves à cidre.
• 5 June 2025 – International Cognac Day – Time to sip something aged and bold. Perfect excuse to visit a wine bar or dig into a boozy dessert.
• 5 June 2025 – World Environment Day – Many local producers and markets highlight sustainability this week.
• 6–9 June 2025 – Journées Nationales de l’Agriculture – Across France – Farm visits, cheese tastings, and rural food experiences come to the city.
• 7–14 June 2025 – Festival du Mieux Manger – Citywide – A public campaign and series of events encouraging better, healthier eating habits in France.
• 7 June 2025 – World Chocolate Day – Great excuse to visit your favorite chocolatier or discover a new one.
• 8–30 June 2025 – Refugee Food Festival 10th Anniversary – Citywide – Celebrating the culinary talents of refugee chefs with pop-ups, collaborations, and cultural storytelling. More info
• 8–9 June 2025 – Whit Sunday & Whit Monday – Public holidays in France. Many restaurants close, but street food and bakeries rise to the occasion.
• 14–15 June 2025 – Marchés des Producteurs de Pays – Square d’Anvers – A farmers’ market spotlighting regional specialties and artisanal goods.
• 14 June 2025 – International Drink Rosé Day – You don’t need an excuse, but here’s one anyway.
• 14 June 2025 – Vietnamese Street Food Festival – Place Monge – A spicy, vibrant celebration of Vietnamese food culture.
• 15 June 2025 – Father’s Day – Expect bookings at bistros and brasseries to fill early. Time for a celebratory côte de bœuf.
• 21 June 2025 – Fête de la Musique – Across France – The entire country transforms into one giant music festival. What better way to celebrate the first day of summer?

Seasonal Flavours in Paris This June

June in Paris marks the delightful transition from spring to summer, bringing an abundance of fresh produce to local markets. Here’s what’s coming into season and what’s bidding adieu this month:

🥕 Coming Into Season

Fruits:

• Cherries (Cerises): Juicy and sweet, perfect for clafoutis or snacking.
• Apricots (Abricots): Ideal for tarts and jams.
• Peaches & Nectarines (Pêches & Nectarines): Fragrant and juicy, great for desserts or fresh eating.
• Melons (Melons): Refreshing, especially the Charentais variety.
• Strawberries (Fraises): Particularly the Mara des Bois variety, known for its intense flavor.
• Raspberries (Framboises): Tart and sweet, excellent for pastries.
• Currants (Groseilles): Bright and tangy, used in sauces and desserts.

Vegetables:

• Tomatoes (Tomates): Various heirloom varieties become abundant.
• Zucchini (Courgettes): Versatile for grilling or ratatouille.
• Eggplants (Aubergines): Essential for dishes like ratatouille.
• Peppers (Poivrons): Add color and sweetness to summer dishes.
• Cucumbers (Concombres): Crisp and hydrating, perfect for salads.
• Green Beans (Haricots Verts): Tender and flavorful.
• New Potatoes (Pommes de Terre Nouvelles): Delicate and buttery.
• Garlic (Ail): Fresh bulbs appear, milder than dried ones.
• Herbs: Basil, parsley, mint, and chives flourish, adding freshness to dishes.

Cheeses:

• Chèvre (Goat Cheese): Fresh and tangy, pairs well with summer fruits.
• Tomme de Savoie: Semi-soft with a nutty flavor, excellent for cheese boards.
• Brie de Meaux: Creamy and rich, reaching peak flavor.

🍂 Going Out of Season

Fruits:

• Rhubarb (Rhubarbe): Tart stalks used in pies and compotes.
• Apples (Pommes): Last of the stored varieties before new harvests.

Vegetables:

• Asparagus (Asperges): Tender spears, both green and white varieties.
• Spinach (Épinards): Young leaves used in salads and cooking.
• Radishes (Radis): Crisp and peppery, often eaten raw.
• Leeks (Poireaux): Mild onion flavor, used in soups and quiches.

Cheeses:

• Mont d’Or: Soft, rich cheese, typically consumed in colder months.
• Reblochon: Washed-rind cheese, often used in tartiflette, a winter dish.

Embrace the vibrant flavors of June by exploring local markets and indulging in the season’s best offerings. Whether it’s a picnic with fresh fruits and cheeses or a home-cooked meal featuring the month’s vegetables, Paris in June is a food lover’s paradise.

What to Look Out For on the Menus in Paris in June

June’s Parisian menus start to sing a different tune—lighter, brighter, and bursting with seasonal swagger. Here’s what you’ll spot (and what to sidestep) on local menus:

What locals are actually eating:

• Chilled pea soups and gazpachos that taste like garden therapy
• Salade de chèvre chaud with young goat cheese and toasted baguette
• Grilled sardines, anchovies, or mackerel at wine bars and seaside-inspired bistros
• Tartes fines aux légumes (paper-thin vegetable tarts with summer squash and tomato)
• Ripe tomato and mozzarella plates—simple, seasonal, and nowhere near Italian clichés when done right

Iconic or traditional dishes appearing:

• Ratatouille: served warm or chilled, and always better than the Pixar version
• Poulet rôti with herbes de Provence: the ultimate Sunday classic
• Tarte aux fraises: usually the first thing to sell out at the patisserie
• Clafoutis aux cerises: rustic cherry-studded baked custard
• Poisson au four: whole roasted fish, often with fennel or lemon

What to skip (tourist traps & Instagram bait):

• Day-glo macaron pyramids from chain bakeries—walk an extra block and get the real thing
• Menu “formule” with microwaved duck confit in tourist zones
• Towering croque-monsieur stacks with truffle oil and gold leaf—nobody local orders those

Follow the seasons, follow your nose, and don’t be afraid to order the plat du jour. That’s where the real flavour’s hiding.

What You Can’t Miss Eating in Paris in June 2025

You can’t leave Paris this month without:

• Picking up a basket of Mara des Bois strawberries and devouring them in a park. No filter, no frills—just red-stained fingers and pure joy.
• Ordering a clafoutis aux cerises from any respectable bakery—bonus points if the pits are still in (real ones know).
• Finding a terrace and sipping chilled rosé while sharing a plate of grilled sardines or pissaladière. That’s the holy trinity of June.
• Saying yes to chèvre in every form: baked, fresh, crumbled, or on toast with honey and thyme.

This is the month where “best things to eat in Paris in June” isn’t just a search query—it’s a lifestyle.

Craving more? July’s guide is going to be packed with Bastille Day feasts, cherry overload, and summer terrace secrets. Don’t miss it.

Got your own Paris foodie tip for June? Drop a comment, tag @chef_tris_, or join our food tour for a taste of the good stuff.

Hidden Gems & Cheap Eats in Paris This June

Come back soon to see this section updated with juicy local tips, underrated bites, and budget-friendly foodie gems across Paris.

What We’ve Been Cooking Up on the Blog

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Paris in June 2025: Chef’s Notes & Market Whispers

Stay tuned for a sensory-rich reflection from Chef Tris—what’s blooming, sizzling, and whispering from the Paris markets this June.

Coming Next Month

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Chef Tris

Food Tour Guide

From the bustling streets of Paris to the heat of a professional kitchen, my life has always revolved around food. A Brit who moved to France at 16, I trained as a chef in a Parisian palace kitchen at 18 and have spent decades cooking, eating, and living like the French.

By day, I run kitchens and events, but Eat Like The French is my side hustle—a way to share my passion for French food through writing and food tours. After a detour into tech recruitment, I returned to what I love most: cooking and storytelling—one dish, one tour, and one bite at a time.