Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour which will teach you about the French bakeries and patisserie. Together with your guide, you will discover the secrets of making the best breads, cakes and pastries. After the visit, you will explore the oldest market in Paris with gourmet shops and stalls that specialize in many gastronomic delights. You will be able to taste French and Spanish hams, patés, foie gras, and a variety of cheeses and have an insider’s perspective of the interaction with the vendors. You will visit an exquisite pastry/cake boutique with their special dish which is becoming a trend in Paris at the moment. You will learn about the food laws and regulations governing France, many of which differ from the US. You will learn how to how to choose the products according to their use and seasonality and the impact this has on the French diet and gastronomic philosophy. This is not only a culinary journey into the gourmet Parisian scene but also includes the history of the area and secrets of this neighborhood. You will stop for tastings and your culinary expert will explain the local gourmet way of life and how the Parisians shop for their food.
