Paris. Where do you even begin? So many places to see and eat and never enough time to explore it all. Here are some of the foodie-related spots I hit during my journey.
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Macarons? How can one go to Paris and NOT have one?
While you can find many places to buy macarons, the most famous are ones from Laduree. Be prepared to stand in line though!
Colorful macarons in every color and flavor. There are several Laduree stores throughout Paris, find a location that is most convenient for you. I visited the Laduree on Champs Elysees in the 8th arrondissement.
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Fauchon is a must for all gourmets and foodies and there are actually two stores at Place de la Madeleine, in the 8th arrondissement of the city.
I picked up some famous french treats to enjoy along with our coffee and tea. Canele, madeleine and brioche, oh la la!
The other store, just down the street, has all sorts of gifts to purchase. Jams, chocolates, cookies and everything gourmet you can think of.
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Spend an afternoon at an outdoor markets. There are plenty to choose from all throughout the city.
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Great foodie eats in the Latin quarter of Paris.
Tons of cafes, restaurants, boulangeries, patisseries, etc. A popular place for university students thus you will find this quarter a bit more budget-friendly. Don't forget the street food. Crepes, baguettes full of delicious meats and cheeses, ice cream and other sweet treats.
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Marais is home of the Jewish quarter of Paris. Located in the 4th arrondissement, plenty of ethnic foods and treats, alongside traditional french foods, can be found in this area.
Speaking of street food, we stopped in at L'as du Fallafel. The internets told me that it was a must go to in Paris and the word got out because there was a continual lineup.
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Just in case you never make it out to Paris or are afraid of heights, I've got some shots from atop of the Eiffel Tower for you!
Wow, the view from the ET is AMAZING. I must go some day! Great pics!
ReplyDeleteIt rained and was freezing all the way to the top. Then we were about to go down and it just stopped long enough to take a couple decent pictures. Then it started to rain again! haha.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your travels! Love the pictures (of food especially). I hope to go to Austria or Italy next year :)
ReplyDeleteWell, just gave you a bit of a preview of what is to come in the last bunch of posts huh :) Happy travels!
ReplyDeleteFrom Oberpullendorf to Paris.
ReplyDeleteThat's one for the history books.
GREAT PICTURES!
We had a major whirlwind tour! We hit 5 countries!
ReplyDeleteLet me bore you with our itinerary:
Munich, Oberpullendorf(Austria), Jesolo/Venice(Italy), Oberpullendorf/Vienna, Riehen(Switzerland), Paris, Eurodisney(France), Mosel River(Germany), Stuttgart and finally Munich.
Thank goodness my children are amazing lil travellers!!!
I just got back from London/Paris/Munich!!
ReplyDeleteYou know what? We made Laduree a must-see in Paris, and though the interior was amazing, I prefer The Duchess' (here in Edmonton) macarons!
Great post Maki! Ah, how I miss Paris ... I can still taste the macarons from Laduree. The pistachio was my favourite! Glad you had a great trip.
ReplyDeleteHAHA! That's funny Kim. I think I will definitely be visiting Duchess more since my visit to Paris. Great way to relive my trip this way :)
ReplyDeleteIsabelle, I had to hide them from my kids so I could enjoy them! All the colorful bites had them so excited too.