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The Tastiest Way to Experience Paris and the Ile de France region is on our Paris food tours!
Paris, the capital of the region of Ile de France, needs no introduction. Known as the “city of lights,” Paris is full of history, monuments, and museums. Originally an ancient city, Paris became the major city of medieval Europe, a center of arts, commerce, and religion. Its present day aesthetic is largely due to the 19th-century restructuring that widened the streets and created new squares and parks. The number of things to do and see while experiencing our Paris food tours and our culinary tours of Paris is staggering!
The museums include some of the best in the world: the Louvre, the Musee d’Orsay, the centre Pompidou, the Picasso Museum, Rodin Museum, to name but a few. The monuments include the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Pantheon. The religious sites? Notre Dame, Sacré-Coeur, the Sainte-Chapelle. Not to mention the parks, palaces, shopping districts, and quaint neighborhoods, all of which you can explore during our Paris food tours and our wine tours of Paris and the surrounding Ile de France.
Local Cuisine on Ile de France Food Tours
The French cuisine you will explore on our Paris food tours, and the wines you will taste on our wine tours in Paris and the Ile de France, range from refined haute cuisine and Grand Cru wines, to hearty, simple regional fare with robust house wines from family wineries. There is no limit to the flavors you can explore and learn to create during our best food tours of Paris.
We offer the best food tours in Paris France as well as wonderful Paris wine tours and wine tastings in the Ile de France region, but often our culinary travelers to other regions want to add on at least a few days exploring Paris and its surroundings on our Paris food tours. We are happy to create a custom food or wine tour in Paris (or the Ile de France), whether it is for one day or one week!
Our Custom-Made Paris (Ile de France) Food Tours
Services we can include on our Paris food tours and wine tours in Paris and its surroundings are:
- Hotel reservations at top-rated hotels
- Paris food tours in local neighborhoods, tasting the foods and wines like the locals
- Paris wine tasting tours
- Private and semi-private cultural tours of Paris’s many sites
- Hands-on cooking classes and market visits
- Dessert and French pastry classes
- Transfers and transportation
All of our custom Paris food tours or wine tours in Paris and the Ile de France include our 25 years of experience and expertise creating the best culinary tours in Europe. We would love to help you plan your culinary tour of Paris and the Ile de France!
FAQ about Cooking Holidays in Ile de France, Paris
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What is the best neighborhood for a food tour in Paris?
While Paris is full of delicious food options, the Marais neighborhood is a favorite for food tours. This historic area is known for its narrow, winding streets lined with patisseries, boulangeries, cheese shops, and wine bars. You can sample classic French dishes like coq au vin and escargots, as well as Jewish and Middle Eastern specialties that reflect the Marais’ diverse culinary heritage. The neighborhood’s vibrant atmosphere and rich history make it a perfect spot to taste your way through the flavors of Paris.
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What is a typical Paris lunch?
A typical Parisian lunch often starts with a fresh baguette, served alongside a selection of charcuterie (cured meats) and fromage (cheese). A classic quiche or a simple salad, such as a Niçoise or Caprese, might follow. For the main course, a hearty dish like steak frites (steak and fries) or a lighter option like a croque monsieur (grilled ham and cheese sandwich) are popular choices. Lunch is often accompanied by a glass of wine and finished with a small dessert, such as a creamy panna cotta or a rich chocolate mousse.
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What is the most eaten food in Paris?
It’s hard to pick just one, but the humble jambon-beurre (ham and butter sandwich) is a strong contender for the most-eaten food in Paris. This simple sandwich, made with a fresh baguette, high-quality butter, and savory ham, is a staple at Parisian cafes and a go-to choice for a quick, satisfying meal. Other popular Parisian foods include croissants, éclairs, steak frites, and of course, the ever-versatile and always delicious French cheese.
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