Bon Appétit: Eat Like a Parisian

Summary Description

Enjoy a special private tour to savour the best food that France has to offer! Bon appétit!

Highlights
  • Sample a wide variety of the finest Parisian food
  • Learn about the Paris' literary and intellectual scene in the 20th century
  • Learn about the important relationship between food, art and socialising in Paris
  • Taste everything from the most exquisite chocolate to freshly-baked pastries
  • Explore the chic Saint-Germain-des-Prés on this walking tour
  • Description

    Explore authentic Parisian food, learn about the history of the cuisine, and enjoy the sights  - Sample a wide variety of the finest Parisian food
     - Learn about the Paris' literary and intellectual scene in the 20th century
     - Learn about the important relationship between food, art and socialising in Paris
     - Taste everything from the most exquisite chocolate to freshly-baked pastries
     - Explore the chic Saint-Germain-des-Prés on this walking tour Foodie Capital Regarded as one of the foremost culinary capitals of the world, Paris is a foodie’s haven. When it comes to food, the French create it with the dedication and finesse of the artists whose paintings hang in the Louvre Food & Philosophy This walking tour will focus on the chic neighbourhood of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. The foodie status of this up-scale quarter is rooted in the area’s reputation as the rendezvous of the literary and intellectual elite of the city; from influential philosophers such as Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre, to prominent writers like Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. One could imagine they were sitting in a café, writing, contemplating, debating with other illustrious figures of the 20th century, while sipping on fine French wines accompanied by a nice cheese board Bon appétit! Since then, the area has blossomed into a gastronomically-gifted neighbourhood, filled with artisanal specialty food shops. Our expert guides will help you uncover the best hidden gems and will teach you all about French food culture as you soak up the atmosphere of a quintessentially Parisian neighbourhood. This tour will invite you to taste the “trinity of the French table” – wine, cheese, and bread, alongside scrumptious French pâtisseries, and divine chocolates. At the end of this delectable tour, you’ll fall in love with the City of Lights all over again

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • At least 4 tastings in a number of eateries around the Saint-Germain-des-Prés area.
    • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
    • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
    What's Not Included
    • Transportation on the day (if required)
    • Souvenirs or extra food/drink bought along the way
    • Gratuities (optional)
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, United States

    Commentary

    Guide : English

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • This is a walking tour
    • Transportation on the day is not included (if required)
    Know Before You Go
    • Please bring comfortable walking shoes
    • Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day
    • In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Additional Information

    Not wheelchair accessible

    FAQ

    Will there be other people on the tour or is it just us?

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    All of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group.,

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    At Touriocity, we provide a free concierge service to help you plan your time abroad and they will be able to answer any questions you may have about this tour or any other tours. We are normally able to customise or personalise tours to suit your needs.Please do get in touch by either using the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, sending an email to or calling 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,

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    On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,

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    Absolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,