The best Parisian pastries
The best Parisian pastry shops offer temptations that are almost impossible to resist. French people love desserts! Here, global stars like Pierre Hermé, Thierry Marx, or Christophe Michalak shine at the top, but exceptionally talented newcomers appear every day. For example, in 2023, Nina Métayer, a young 35-year-old pastry chef, received the prestigious title of Best Pastry Chef in the World, awarded by the International Union of Bakers and Pastry Chefs. Others also stand out and have well-established shops. You will undoubtedly find something to delight your taste buds in this list. Madame Métayer’s delicious creations can be enjoyed at Printemps du Goût on the magnificent 8th floor of the famous Le Printemps department store on Boulevard Haussmann.
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Located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, Mori Yoshida embodies the indulgence of traditional French pastries and the refinement of Japanese desserts. Think lemon Paris-Brest, Mont-Blanc on a filo pastry base, or dark chocolate cake with lime and green cardamom.
Mori Yoshida
Located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, Mori Yoshida embodies the indulgence of traditional French pastries and the refinement of Japanese desserts. Think lemon Paris-Brest, Mont-Blanc on a filo pastry base, or dark chocolate cake with lime and green cardamom.
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Tapisserie - Charonne
Tapisserie is the lovely (and very delicious) pastry shop from the Septime group in the 11th arrondissement, which we absolutely adore. The house specialties include the maple syrup tartlet (perfect for a touch of homesickness) and the flouve cream puffs, with an ingredient that imparts a very subtle hay-like aroma. This spot is ideal for a quick afternoon snack while strolling along the Right Bank.
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The French Bastards - Pigalle - Paris 9
The French Bastards is a hugely successful spot across several neighborhoods now (11th, 2nd, 17th, 9th, 7th, and 4th). Its success is well-deserved, as everything here is as beautiful as it is delicious. From pastries to the Saint-Honoré, and even the flan, there is an admirable level of craftsmanship and a sweet decadence throughout.
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Jacques Genin
Jacques Genin is not just any chocolatier; he is a master confectioner. Of course, his chocolates are absolutely remarkable and always seem to be the perfect gift for others or for yourself. But his shop in the 3rd arrondissement also stands out at the highest level in terms of pastries. His millefeuilles and Paris-Brests are truly extraordinary, as if they came straight out of a dream.
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Tomo
Tomo is, above all, a spot in the 2nd arrondissement where you can enjoy delicious dorayaki, a Japanese pastry made of two pancakes filled with a red bean paste called anko. It’s also a calming tea salon, where you can unwind while sipping your tea. The shop also offers delightful French pastries with a dorayaki twist. Sweet tooths will devour the Paris-Kyoto dorayakis or the Whisky Baba dorayaki in no time.
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Pâtisserie Michalak l Saint-Germain-des-prés
Elegance, balance, emotion, and efficiency are the guiding principles behind the pastry creations of Chef Christophe Michalak, a star of French pâtisserie. He has worked in the prestigious kitchens of Plaza Athénée, hosts fascinating TV shows, publishes equally captivating books, and owns several boutiques both here and abroad. In his shop in the chic 6th arrondissement, you’ll find his classic pastries that never disappoint!
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Bontemps La Pâtisserie
Bontemps is the perfect gourmet stop in the 3rd arrondissement, where you’ll want to linger for hours. With pastel colors, a charming tea salon, and delicious pastries, everything is set for a sweet, relaxing experience. Bontemps’ specialty is its shortcrust pastry, presented in all forms: plain shortbread or filled with ganache, seasonal tarts, or classic tarts.
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Yann Couvreur Rosiers
Yann Couvreur, whom we first came to know at the Trianon Palace in Versailles, the Park-Hyatt Paris-Vendôme, and the Prince de Galles, now delights us with his pastries in his boutiques in the 10th and 2nd arrondissements. A successful chef, he has charmed the Parisian gastronomic scene with his delicious millefeuille and other high-level creations, such as his “fugues pâtissières,” pastries made to order on the spot!
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