Paris From Stohrer - Paris's oldest patisserie, open since 1730 - to Pierre Hermé's Ispahan macaron, this is a half-day tour through the history and craft of French pastry. 6 stops, each with a specific dish to try and the story behind it.
From Stohrer - Paris's oldest patisserie, open since 1730 - to Pierre Hermé's Ispahan macaron, this is a half-day tour through the history and craft of French pastry. 6 stops, each with a specific dish to try and the story behind it.
This guide takes you on a delicious journey through legendary French desserts and their origins — from old-time classics like baba au rhum, macarons, and éclairs to modern masterpieces created by today’s most famous French patisseries. Each dessert has its own fascinating story, rooted in history, tradition, and craftsmanship. You’ll discover how these iconic sweets were born and how they evolved over time. We’ll also explore the finest patisseries of our century and learn what to try in each of them. Discovering French pastry is an essential part of experiencing French culture — because when it comes to patisserie, the French truly set the standard.
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