Category: Paris Food & Drink

Tranché isn’t your typical Parisian bakery and that’s exactly why I liked it. There are no baguettes, no vintage charm for the sake of nostalgia. Instead, it’s a space built around good ingredients, slow fermentation, and thoughtful choices. Founded by two former business school students who shifted into artisanal baking,...

L’écailler de la Mascotte is more than just a seafood bar. Operating since 1910 and now in its third generation of family ownership, the brasserie is split into two concepts: the classic brasserie “La Mascotte” and the “Écailler,” its dedicated seafood bar. Locals know it for its consistent quality and...

There’s something quietly enchanting about Lemon Story. Tucked into a peaceful corner of Montmartre, this tiny boutique is entirely devoted to rare citrus and somehow, that focus makes the space feel even more alive. Inside, the shelves glow with small jars of marmalade, citrus salts, and neatly labeled bottles of...

The vibe at Jacques Genin’s place in the Marais is calm, beautiful, and super refined. The staff is dressed in sleek black, the counters gleam like something out of a fine jewelry shop, and there is this hush in the air, like everyone knows they are about to experience something...

Fromagerie Barthélemy is one of those places that feels quietly iconic. Opened in 1959 and now run by Claire Griffon, a third-generation cheese monger and the daughter of Champagne farmers, the shop is both deeply traditional and proudly independent.  This is a family-owned and female-led fromagerie where every detail, from...

If you’re in Paris and interested in French cheese, Laurent Dubois is one of the more reliable spots to check out . With a few shops around the city and a strong local following, it’s a great place to explore without needing to be a cheese expert. Whether you’re curious...

If you’re strolling through the lively streets of the Marais, a short walk from the Marché des Enfants Rouges will lead you to a quiet but beloved spot among cheese lovers, Fromagerie Jouannault. This family-run Parisian cheese shop has been serving locals for over two generations and stands out for...

I don’t even remember how I first heard about Choupettes de ChouChou, someone must’ve whispered it to me like a secret. One of those “you’ve got to try this place, but don’t tell too many people” kinds of tips. And that’s exactly what it feels like when you finally find...