Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

What do you eat on a Paris food tour in Le Marais?

Accepted Answer

It can depend on the tour. We’ve curated ours to showcase the best of traditional French flavours (croissants, bread, cheese, wine) and the neighbourhood’s Jewish and North African influence (pastrami sandwiches and Syrian pastries). So you leave having sampled all the flavours that make food such an important part of Parisian life.

Question 2

What’s the best food tour in Paris for first-time visitors?

Accepted Answer

The Le Marais ultimate food tour takes in 11+ tastings from across the cultures that influence French cuisine. Our focus is on bringing you authentic flavours created by small artisan businesses. Your guide is a local food expert, who’ll share the stories, history, and culture behind every flavor. It’s the perfect way to immerse yourself in Parisian food, whether it’s your first time or 100th.

Question 3

How many tastings are on the Paris Ultimate Food Tour?

Accepted Answer

Our tour includes at least 11 tastings, including at a boulangerie, chocolatier, local deli, traditional bistro, patisserie, and fromagerie. You’ll also wander through the oldest covered food market in Paris, with your guide pointing out the produce and specialities along the way.

Question 4

What French foods can you try on a Paris tasting tour?

Accepted Answer

On the Paris Ultimate food tour, you’ll try traditional French foods like baguettes, croissants, cheese and wine. You’ll also learn how French food has evolved, assimilating flavours from Jewish and North African heritage.

Question 5

Is a food tour in Le Marais worth it?

Accepted Answer

Taking a tour is absolutely worth it. With so many vendors and flavours vying for your attention, it can be hard to know where to start. We’ve carefully curated this tour and built relationships with authentic, small businesses and guides who are passionate about sharing their culture and stories (as well as the food).

Question 6

Do Paris food tours include wine and cheese pairings?

Accepted Answer

This one does! You finish off in a fromagerie, with guided cheese and wine pairing. A perfect way to reflect on your experience.

Question 7

What makes a Paris food tour different from a wine or pastry tour?

Accepted Answer

The Ultimate Paris Food Tour goes beyond just wine or pastry to introduce you to 11+ authentic foods and histories from a multi-cultural city. Breads, pasties, cheese, wine, Jewish deli foods, and a food market that’s been stocking Parisian larders for more than 400 years.

Question 8

How long does the Paris Ultimate Food Tour last?

Accepted Answer

It takes approximately 3 hours. Some of which is walking and some sitting.

Question 9

Does the Ultimate Paris Food Tour cater for people with special dietary needs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can adapt the tastings to offer delicious alternatives for vegetarians, pregnant people, allergies, and pescatarians. And there are non-alcoholic options, too. Please add a note to let us know when you book your tour.

Sadly, we don’t recommend the tour for people with celiac disease (there’s a risk of gluten cross contamination) or for vegans.

Ultimate Paris food tour

Overview

What's included

Get a taste of Ultimate Paris food tour

What to expect

Handmade croissants, still warm from the oven

Le Marche des Enfants Rouges: the oldest food market in Paris

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