Paris' Finest Bakeries & Patisseries
Paris is not the place to count calories, it’s where you surrender to the art of joie de vivre, especially when it comes to cake, bread, and pastries. No matter how many times you’ve been, Paris always manages to surprise you with something so exquisite, it sets a new standard and ruins all imitations for good. For your next visit, here’s your go-to list of the city’s finest patisseries, croissants, and tartes.
For the Best Sourdough Bread: Boulangerie Poilâne
At 36 years old, Apollonia is a baker and entrepreneur, representing the third generation to lead the iconic bakery founded in 1932 by her grandfather, Pierre Poilâne. Faithfully upholding the original values of Poilâne, especially the commitment to quality over quantity, she takes pride in continuing the legacy of “retro-innovation” within the family business. This philosophy, cherished by her late father Lionel, is all about blending the best of the past with the best of the present. Poilâne is best known for their traditional country bread. Don’t miss out on their delightful breakfast pastries, specialty breads, and exquisite croissants.
For the best Croissant: La Maison d’Isabelle
Their tagline is literally “the best croissant in Paris”. Such a bold statement must be trusted, in my opinion, coming from the French. In fact, La Maison D’Isabelle won the top prize for the best croissants in Paris and the surrounding region in 2018. Need I say more? “With a perfect balance of crispy exterior and fluffy interior, each bite showcases the fragrant, rich French butter that defines quality pastries.”
For the best Chocolate: Maison Georges Larnicol
This classic patisserie opened its doors as “Boule de Neige” in 1985 by Geroges Larnicol (a renowned French pastry chef and chocolatier). In 1993, Georges is best known for his inventive creations and commitment to traditional craftsmanship. Born in Brittany, Larnicol has built a reputation for blending artistic flair with Breton culinary heritage. He gained national acclaim as a Meilleur Ouvrier de France (MOF), a prestigious title awarded to the finest artisans in the country. Get the Bourriche Box No. 4, with the assortment of chocolates with white chocolate and cranberry, chocolate squares, milk chocolate-coated caramelized almonds, dark chocolate-coated caramelized hazelnuts,
For the Best fruit Tart: Maison Mulot
Maison Mulot has been a beloved pastry shop and culinary institution in the heart of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés. For over 30 years, it has supplied locals with its impeccable selection of sweet and savory creations. Renowned for its delicate, golden, and ultra-crispy croissants, Maison Mulot is equally celebrated for its pâtisseries, artisanal breads, and vibrant seasonal fruit tarts. This is where you want to get your hands on a millefeuille, a couple éclairs, and a half a dozen macarons, as well as refined savory selection of quiches, sandwiches, and even a gourmet salad.
For the Best Baguette: Maison Arnaud Delmontel
This bakery has been given the award of best baguette in Paris. IN PARIS. Run to this maison as fast as you can, as early as you can, and grab a bunch of their different baguettes. Make sure you have the best butter in the world to go with it: Isigny-Sainte-Mère.
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