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Top 5 Paris Steak Frites

Finding the best Paris steak frites has become a minor obsession of ours. France is famous for refined cuisine, for sauces and pastries and dishes that require a specific fork. But the fact remains that some of the most beloved French dishes are the simplest: croque monsieur, oeuf mayo, steak-frites. The latter is exactly what […]

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Farm to Table Paris & Beyond; 3 Chefs Serving Local Fare

Farm to Table Paris & Beyond; 3 Chefs Serving Local Fare With the fall harvest quickly approaching, the menus of top French restaurants are changing to reflect what’s popping up on market stands, at the massive Rungis market outside the capital, and even in certain chefs’ own gardens! Chefs in Paris and beyond are so committed ...

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3 Must-Try Parisian Pastries

Paris truly is a foodie paradise, home to some of the world’s best chefs, best restaurants, best ingredients, and best desserts. While restaurant pastries are often quite exquisite, be sure that you make some time (and space!) to taste desserts from some of Paris’ best patisseries. While there are literally dozens you could try, if ...

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Top Michelin Starred Restaurants in Paris

**Updated June, 2015 Foodies headed to Paris know they’re in luck, but do they know exactly how lucky? Paris is home to over 70 Michelin-starred establishments, many of which climb to the 2 and 3 star range. Discover top Michelin starred restaurants in Paris and start making your choices now; as you might guess, reservations […]

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Paris Restaurants Open on Sundays

While in Paris, you might struggle to find Paris restaurants open on Sundays. The seventh day of the French week is a day of rest, and many shops and restaurants in Paris are closed.   So where should you go for lunch or dinner on Sundays? It depends on where you are in the city! […]

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Paris Cuisine: Finding Regional French Food in Paris

When you consider French or even Paris cuisine, a host of images come to mind: crêpes spread thickly with Nutella, escargots bubbling in an herby, buttery sauce, fresh salade niçoise topped with tiny brown olives. And while all of these and more are easy to come by in Paris, they don’t actually hail from the capital. Each one ...

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Paris Restaurants: 3 Parisian Celebrity Chefs to Visit

If you’re interested in visiting some celebrity Paris restaurants, this is an excellent place to start, with our top 3 selected celebrity chefs. Celebrity chefs in Paris restaurants are far from being the household names they are in the States, but there are a few personalities using their fame to attract customers to their ...

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Three Paris Restaurants Serving International Food: One for Every Budget

Paris may be known for its cuisine, but after one too many meals of magret de canard and steak-frites, you might be hoping for something a little bit different. Luckily, the capital offers much more in the realm of gastronomy than French food. No matter your budget, there’s international food in Paris to whet your […]

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3 Paris Restaurants Still Serving Classic Bistro Fare

Classic Paris restaurants may live on in the minds and the hearts of those who love the City of Light, but the reality is that American-style eateries and cocktail bars have taken their place when it comes to the Parisian palate. Luckily, bistro owners have not given up hope. While many bistros do exist to […]

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Paris Dining: Small Plates in a Mega-Metropolis of Gastronomy

This is an exciting time for those interested in the Paris dining scene. Of course, it’s always exciting to be eating in Paris, but this particular excitement linked with the city has much to do with growing trends, particularly those coming from the other side of the Atlantic. As surprising as it may be, Gallic […]

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Paris Restaurants and Terroir: Discover a Sense of Place

Visitors to Paris often find themselves seeking out bistros and cafés in the hopes of stumbling upon a gem of local cuisine. But what you really should be looking for are Paris restaurants de terroir. Terroir is the French term used to describe both wine and food; it evokes a closeness to the earth, a […]

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Top 3 Champagne Bars Paris : Where to Sip in Style

Top 3 Champagne Bars Paris : Where to Sip in Style Dom Perignon – the monk for whom the famous Champagne is named – is rumored to have said upon taking his first sip, “Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!” We are wont to agree. And what better way to get a taste of […]

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Paris Museums: How to Make the Most of Your Next Visit

Visitors to Paris often find themselves shuttling from one museum to the next, trying to get in as much of the art and culture that seemingly defines the city as possible. You wouldn’t be wrong to follow in their footsteps, but be sure to enjoy yourself as you explore Paris’ art world; take your time […]

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Paris For Foodies: The Bistronomie

Bistronomie: A Paris Foodie Revolution When you think of  Paris restaurants, what comes to mind? Maybe the sort of 19th century restaurants that you see in films, covered from top to bottom in mirrors and ornate wallpaper, with glimmering chandeliers and thick, leather-bound menus featuring escargots, roast chicken, sole meunière and ...

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