Tasting the Best Parisian Chocolate with an Expert Guide
October 31st, 2015The Paris Perfect team tried out the Paris Chocolate Tour from Context Travel, and we had a delightful, indulgent time! We tasted the best chocolate, macarons and pastries in Paris, and got the inside scoop and historical background from our expert guide. Come take a walk down chocolate lane with us! ... Read More
Get Your Chocolate Fix at the Salon du Chocolat – On Now!
October 28th, 2015Chocolate-lovers, unite! Right now, until November 1st, the world’s best chocolatiers and pastry chefs as well as thousands of chocolate-adorers like yourself are assembling at the Salon du Chocolat in Paris. We were the first on the scene to capture all the chocolately fun. Here’s a run-down of everything that’s happening at this year’s Salon du Chocolat! ... Read More
Flying Back to the US – What Do I Bring For The Family?
October 27th, 2015This week, Madelyn is flying into the US to attend a conference and visit her kids. She packed every square inch of her suitcase with gifts for her family, most of them unique and a little unexpected! Find out what a seasoned lover of Paris brings back – you may even get a few ideas for your own souvenir shopping! ... Read More
Pretty Pastries of Paris – The 7 Best Sweets to Sample!
September 30th, 2015Do you know your Religieuse from your Millefeuille? Or how about your Paris Brest from your Opera cake? Well don’t worry, you don’t need to speak any French to know the language of pastry. We sat down with Jill Colonna – acclaimed cookbook author and authority on all things sweet – to get a deeper look at these French confections! ... Read More
Don’t Miss Out on the Fun of Montmartre’s Harvest Festival!
September 24th, 2015The annual Fête des Vendanges is one of the largest public events in France, celebrating the historic grape harvest with wine, food, parades and dancing in Montmartre. Mark your calendars for this special event in October, because it’s going to be five days of nonstop fun, including a a spectacular fireworks show in front of Sacré-Coeur Basilica! ... Read More
Warm Up With a Bowl of Provençal Soupe au Pistou!
September 20th, 2015Gather up some fresh vegetables from the market and incorporate them into this warming, comforting soup. This traditional Southern French recipe is perfect for the season, combining hearty nutrients, savory tomato broth and aromatic pesto. Just add a fresh, crispy baguette from the bakery, and you’ve got the perfect autumn meal! ... Read More
Celebrate the Changing of Seasons with a Paris Picnic!
September 10th, 2015The last few weeks of the Parisian summer are dwindling away, and the weather will soon succumb to the crisp breezes and orange leaves of autumn. Take advantage of the remaining sunshine and have a late-summer/early autumn picnic! We’ll let you in on some great picnic locations and offer some practical advice for the best picnic ever! ... Read More
A Brilliant New Addition to the Parisian Food Scene!
September 5th, 2015La Maison Plisson isn’t your average grocery store – it’s a hub of high-quality gastronomical delights! Founder Delphine Plisson spent an entire year scouring France and Europe for the perfect products, so whether you’re planning a meal, merely picking up some food souvenirs or enjoying a fresh, seasonal dish at the adjoining restaurant, give La Maison Plisson a try! ... Read More
Easy One-Pan Dinner: Flan with Tuna & Roasted Vegetables
August 28th, 2015When you don’t feel like slaving over the stove, simple recipes are the best. We all need those easy, one-pan meals that can quickly feed the entire family or be kept as leftovers. Madelyn’s flan recipe is not only simple, it can also be modified in a multitude of ways to suit your tastes! ... Read More
It’s a Food-Lover’s Paradise at the Grand Épicerie
July 23rd, 2015Whether you’re coming to shop or indulge in delicious gourmet foods, the Grand Épicerie is the perfect place for all your foodie needs. An entire building filled with fine herbs and spices, exotic tea blends, a huge wine cellar as well as gorgeous home wares, you’ll be inspired and fascinated as you explore this historic 7th Arrondissement landmark. ... Read More
The Glorious Chickens of Bresse and How to Cook Them
July 3rd, 2015The chickens from the small region of Bresse, France are known worldwide as the highest quality and most delicious. Madelyn shares her discovery of these special chickens and learns all about their rigorous standards of quality. Also included is one of her favorite recipes: Poulet de Bresse with Cream Sauce and Morel Mushrooms. ... Read More
Secret Shoppers: Finding the Best Pâtisserie’s in Paris !
October 6th, 2010The writer of Raids-Pâtisseries has a goal to ‘raid’ pastry shops and perform secret taste tests on a specific kind of pastry, awarding five stars to the best and revealing the worst in a dramatically honest way. Completely after my own heart and Vive la France and this great nation of food police! ... Read More
