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If there’s one neighborhood that tells the full story of French food, it’s Paris’ picturesque Le Marais. Uncover some traditional gems, meet the owners of family-run restaurants and discover the stories behind every classic dish. Along with French classics, you’ll sample some Jewish and Middle Eastern-inspired specialties, coming away with a complete picture of French cuisine.
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Meeting and pickup
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at the small square at 111 Rue de Turenne, 75003. Your guide will be waiting by the statue.
Itinerary
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1Boulangerie Poilane
Begin your exploration of the food scene in Marais the French way: with a buttery croissant from a local baker. Sample some of the freshly baked sourdough and hear more about how this bread is different to any other you’ll find in the city!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Marche Couvert des Enfants Rouges
From there, you'll walk to Paris' oldest covered market. As you follow your guide through stalls of multicultural foods and fresh produce, you'll learn how French street food was adapted for Parisian tastes and see how the French do their grocery shopping.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Jean-Paul Hévin Marais
It’s time for something sweet! Next, you’ll take a trip to one of the best chocolatiers in the neighborhood. Sample some macarons from a spot whose owner boasts the title of Meilleur Ouvrier de France – a title reserved for craftspeople at the top of their trade.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Sacha Finkelsztajn - La Boutique Jaune
Learn more about the Jewish history of Paris with a visit to this store, opened in the 1946 in the heart of the Jewish Quarter. Full to the brim with various delicacies you won’t find elsewhere, you’ll get to sample some of their specialties including a brioche stuffed with beef (or a vegetarian equivalent!).
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5La Chaise au Plafond
Then, sit down for lunch at a classic French bistro. Here everything is made from scratch, and you'll tell the difference as you try some delicious French onion soup or other classic dishes. During your meal you'll also learn the tips for dining bistro-style from your guide.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Maison Aleph
A modern classic awaits at your next stop. This French-Syrian bakery fuses flavors of the Middle East and local French ingredients into little “nests” of joy. These pastries are pure delights and showcase the potential in combining two delicious cuisines.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Fromagerie Laurent Dubois
Your penultimate stop is an up-and-coming cheesemaker where you'll try a flight of artisan cheeses.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
The final stop on our French food adventure is, of course, a wine shop! This is the first shop in Paris for the longstanding Burgundy cooperative. You'll try two glasses of wine and learn how to pair them with cheese.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- This tour covers a full meal.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- This tour covers a full meal.
- Please note that this tour is not suitable for vegans, nor recommended for those with a lactose intolerance.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop. NOT recommended for vegans.
- Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
- Due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not adaptable for those with celiac disease
- Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
- The tour is in English.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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