Gourmet food tour in central Paris

 

During this gourmet tour you will walk through the so-called "belly of paris", well-known for its rich amount of gastronomy shops. The place called "belly of Paris", located in central Paris, offers many attractions : old shops ( included the oldest pastry shop in Paris, Stoher), French brasseries and traditional restaurants but also groumet speciality shops ( kitchen tools, food books,...)

You will walk through les Halles Montorgueil, a place with much cultural interest, a vast market that has fed Paris for more than 8 centuries. As you go along, make a stop at the Saint Eustache church and learn about the story of that 16th century church thanks to your private guide. Then walk to the Jean "sans peur" tower and discover the highest civil medieval tower in Paris built at the begining of the 15th century. You can then admire the Grand Cerf passage which houses many designers and creators shops.

All along this tour, you will be introduced to French typical products. The famous variety of French bread and pastries, from the baguette to the croissant. You will also stop in a cheese shop and have the opportunity to discover and taste a few cheeses among the vast variety of french cheeses. Not to forget a taste of French typical delicatessen and wine to conclude this gourmet tour in the oldest streets of Paris.

Meeting/pick-up point: 1 rue Montmartre, 75001 Paris. Metro station : Les Halles (line 4) or Etienne Marcel (line 4).
Duration: 2.30 hours.
Start/opening time: 09:30am.
End/closing time: 12pm.