French Essential Food & Wine Experience

Experience hosted by Aurélien & Andrés

2 hours | Hosted in English

  • Excellent value

    Guests say it’s well worth the price.

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    Aurélien’s rated 5 stars by 98% of guests.

What you’ll do

Explore the culinary culture of Paris by strolling the charming streets of SaintGermain-des-Prés on the Left Bank or trendy Marais on the right bank.

Discover the basics of French cuisine by visiting 5-6 top-notch food shops, tasting artisanal products, and enlivening your senses with the amazing culinary traditions France is known for.

Taste two Parisian staples: bread and croissants in one of the best artisanal Boulangerie and discover what defines a good baguette & an outstanding butter croissant and its importance on the Parisian table.

Learn about some of France’s nearly 400 types of cheese (and the various ways to correctly slice them) by stopping into an artisanal fromagerie

Delve deeper into French specialties, by paying a visit to the Charcutier to tempt your palate with pâté, homemade rillettes, or a variety of cured saucisson & hams. read more

Sample succulent chocolate ganache made of roasted Equatorial cocoa beans or visit one of the top patisseries in Paris & delight yourself with a sweet treat.

Explore in this culinary journey how all of these products fit into the French diet, as well as other culinary traditions and philosophies.

Wrap up everything with an in-depth overview by tasting premium “terroir “ wines from the best French regions.

Aurélien & Andrés have led hundreds of bespoke,fun, relaxed food and wine tours. You will access the “culinary underbelly” of the city of lights as we show you the Paris that few people get to see, feel, and Taste!

We are worldly locals who are fully immeshed in French culture,food and wine. We take great pride in our work while striving to create a friendly, all-inclusive atmosphere.

We are passionate educators who believe that health, happiness, and a fulfilling life begin with our taste buds and diets.

What’s included

Food

generous tastings at 5-6 artisanal gourmet shops: Bakery, cheeseshop, charcutier, chocolate or pastry shop, wine.

Drinks

Biodynamic and/or natural French wines that pair beautifully with
our cheese selection.

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Tickets

We will provide you with a top-notch “curated list” of the best bites in
Paris from wine shops, bakeries, shopping, artisan beer spots, great restaurants, etc. This will save you time & hopefully make your experience in the city even more delightful.

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Please contact us directly at [email protected] for availability & bookings, travel agencies & group bookings welcomed

Where you'll be