A guide to eating in Paris: Where and what to eat
Want to experience the creme de la creme when it comes to classic French food? We’ve put together a list of mouth-watering French food so you get the most out of your culinary adventures. Whether it’s baked camembert cheese or quiche lorraine, French food is out-of-this-world and we know you’re going to enjoy every mouthful. Bon appetit!
Baked camembert
Holy smokes, did you know this is actually considered a classic French food? Yep, believe it or not but baked camembert is truly amazing with its creamy, gooey, rich texture accompanied with lots of crusty bread for dipping. You must check out Cafe la Tour Du Temple, Tribeca or Un Zebre a Montmartre for an appetiser that is second to none. Enjoy with a glass or two of red and you’ll be on a winner.
Cheese soufflé
The name soufflé comes from the French verb ‘to blow’. This dish is made from eggs and cheese, and is seriously going to blow your mind. Its light and creamy texture will leave your mouth watering. Yep, it’s downright perfection and the best place for it is Le Soufflé – how ironic, huh? From pear and blue cheese soufflé to salmon soufflé, this restaurant has among the best in the business. Make sure you save some room for the dessert soufflé too!
Quiche lorraine
If there’s one dish that should be named the national dish of France, it’s the one and only quiche lorraine. The savoury cheese and bacon pie is made all over France and across the world. And you know the best thing about it? It can be served hot or cold, and will be sure to rock your world. If you want to try the best quiche lorraine in Paris, then check out Le Voltigeur, Les Petits Mitrons or Maison Landemaine. It’s the perfect dish for brunch, lunch and even afternoon tea!
Escargots
A trip to Paris is not complete if you haven’t tried escargots. Cooked in butter, garlic and parsley, these snails are worth a try (remember don’t always judge a book by its cover!). L’Escargot Montorgueil have served up snails for more than two centuries – so you’re guaranteed they know a thing or two about this traditional French cuisine. And wait till’ you walk inside. It’s been declared a heritage listed site – and for obvious reasons – with its authentic second empire décor. A place where two hundred years of snails are worth celebrating.
Creme brulee
This is an all-time French favourite – the classic creme brulee. It’s a rich, custard dessert topped with a layer of caramel almost like a hard-toffee crust. Just a short walk from the Eiffel Tower, Le Volant Basque serves up some of the best creme brulee with a super crispy golden top. It’s the perfect way to ‘wow’ your special someone at the end of a romantic evening.
Embracing French cuisine is all part of the experience. Be open to trying new things and just because it’s doesn’t look so pleasing on the eye, doesn’t mean it won’t get your tastebuds roaring. And just think, you’ll never be able to experience this kinda’ food back home, so c’mon and give it a go.
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