a taste of the city
One thing the French have always done right is food. You see their influence in many other regional styles of cooking, but there's no better place to come than Paris for the real deal. Expect to try something new, expect to be served small, rich portions, and expect to have your expectations seriously exceeded.
Since the late 19th century, Closerie des Lilas has been a Parisian culinary institution. Its said to have fed some of the worlds great writers and poets, like Ernest Hemmingway and Oscar Wilde. This is refined French cuisine at its finest, so be prepared to blow the budget.
If you're wandering the city, looking to satiate a sweet tooth, wander right in to Petit Pontoise Bistro. Here they serve up a bevy of traditional, saucy French mains, but the real hero of this restaurant is the delectable desert menu. From champagne custard to their memorable home-made ice cream, theres plenty on the menu to draw a huge crowd, so think about booking on a weekend.
Those after something a little more unique should make a bee-line for Guy Savoy Restaurant. The flamboyant chef is always on hand to talk you through the interesting menu, featuring instant classics like artichoke soup with truffles, and veal kidneys. This restaurant is regularly voted amongst the top ten tables in Paris, with the accolades dished out more for the fun atmosphere than the adventurous menu.
A selection of food from Guy Savoy