Laduree
Given the French obsession with cuisine, there is no shortage of great specialty food shops in Paris. Here is my list of the best of them:
Laduree
Address: 21, rue Bonaparte, 75006, Paris, France
Address: 16, rue Royale, 75008 Paris, France
Address: 75, avenue des Champs Elysees, 75008, Paris, France
Address: 64, boulevard Haussmann, 75009, Paris, France
Laduree is a famous patisserie with locations on the Champs Elysees, in the Printemps department store, on rue Royale, and in Paris’ St.-Germain-des-Pres neighborhood. A Paris establishment, Laduree is best known for its colorful and delicious macarons. You can go to their shops to buy food and gifts, or to sit down for tea or a meal (or both!).
L’Epicerie
Address: 51, rue St Louis en l’ile, 75004, Paris, France
L’Epicerie, a shop on the historic Ile St. Louis, offers specialty condiments like mustard, jam, spices, and did I mention mustard? With around 75 different flavors, L’Epicerie’s mustard selection is reason enough to visit the store. Flavors range from champagne to truffles and cheese. Their jam selection is equally enticing, and the shop is worth a visit for any epicure.
Berthillon
Address: 29-31 rue Saint Louis en l’ile, 75004, Paris, France
Just down the street from L’Epicerie is the most famous ice cream in Paris: Berthillon. Although the line sometimes extends all the way down the street, the wait is well worth it. Buy an ice cream from the window and stroll down the street, where you can admire the Notre Dame from the bridge.
For information about department stores, boutiques, and specialty beverage shops in Paris, you can visit the other shopping pages.