Master pastry chef Stéphane Vandermeersch previously worked with Pierre Hermé for five years before opening his own shop, one of the most popular pâtisseries in the 12th arrondissement. He is most notably known for his millefeuille, galette des Rois and kouglof, the latter a circular cake made with a soft yeast dough, almonds and raisins. … Continue reading Vandermeersch
Boulanger-pâtissier Fabrice Le Bourdat makes delicious breads, croissants, viennoiseries, cakes, pastries, macarons as well as regional specialities such as kouign amann. Monsieur Le Bourdat previously worked with Gilles Marchal (La Maison du Chocolat, Le Bristol). He is widely reputed to make the best madeleines in Paris as well as an amazing salted butter-caramel réligieuse. The … Continue reading Blé Sucré
This friendly pastry shop offers more than 15 different chocolate cakes and hand-made chocolates in addition to its impressive roster of classic pastries and fruit-based desserts. House specialities include La Rose des nuits, a chocolate and meringue-based cake, Le Cube intense, a dark chocolate mousse and chocolate sponge, and Le Craquant, a phenomenal chocolate and … Continue reading Honoré Pâtissier
Julhès is a combination boulangerie, pâtisserie, chocolatier, glacier, salon de thé, and traiteur. Founded in 1996, this family-run shops offers a full range of pastries and artisanal chocolates as well as a nice selection of breads. Julhès has additional locations nearby specialising in cheese and wine and imported foods. Julhès (Boulangerie-Pâtisserie-Traiteur) 58, rue du Faubourg … Continue reading Julhès
This combination pâtisserie, traiteur and chocolatier is known for its splendid cakes and pastries, tiny works of edible art that are said to be the best in the neighbourhood. Pastry chef and chocolatier Jean-Pierre Thuillier previously worked for Dalloyau. His specialities include Le Royal, a bittersweet chocolate mousse and almond-based meringue on a crispy praliné … Continue reading Le Triomphe
Pâtisserie Couderc offers a wonderful assortment of gourmet pastries and tarts such as those you’d expect to find in more upscale neighbourhoods, making it a favourite among residents of the 19th arrondissement. Pierre Couderc’s house specialities include a wide selection of chocolate pastries, including the Guanaja dome, featuring a chocolate mousse on a delicate chocolate … Continue reading Pâtisserie Couderc
Boulanger-Pâtissier Arnaud Delmontel has been awarded several impressive distinctions in recent years, including Best Baguette in Paris (2007) and Best Millefeuille in Paris (2010). But he’s not just famous for his superb fresh bread. The windows of his store on rue des Martyrs are filled with gorgeous displays of colourful, elegant pastries. House specialities include … Continue reading Arnaud Delmontel