Guide me in Paris

You can’t talk about Paris or France without talking about the sacrée baguette! probably one of the nicest things about France. So Guide me in Paris is pleased to announce the winner of the best baguette in Paris competition can be found in the 18th District of Paris at Le Grenier à Pain Abbesses. This very prestigious competition happens every year and other than wining €3000 prize money there is a year contract with the Elysée Palais.  Read the rest of this entry »

Firstly, I will briefly explain what a “Foie Gras” is, the main ingredient is of course a lovely plump pink Goose liver (400-500 grams), you clean and de-vein the goose liver and then season with salt and pepper. Then you lay the liver in a small terrine dish and feel free to add a large tablespoon of Sauternes ( A sweet white wine). Then you cook the liver at a low heat for about two hours (95°) in a bain-marie. Allow to cool and leave in fridge 24 hours. You then serve with some warm toast. Read the rest of this entry »

For those of you that do not know what a brioche is, it’s basically a butter rich bread that originates from Gisor and Gournay in Normandy and not the Vendee as people often imagine. Gournay is also renowned for its very good quality butter. Brioche is believed to have been invented in the 16th century. There are various kinds if brioche but the best is the Praluline or it’s little sister the Pralusienne, that can only be found in Paris at ”François Pralus” 35 rue Rambuteau (Metro Rambuteau). Read the rest of this entry »

Debauve & Gallais is the oldest chocolate makers in Paris, founded in 1800 it was the official supplier to the kings of France. The address is 30 rue Saint Pères 75007 (Metro Rue du Bac or St Germain des Prés) . You will find some great selections of chocs here, my favourite is the coffee flavoured ganache.

Please see links below

Please click here (Debauve & Gallais Site)

Google Maps (Please click here)