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Parisian Culture

UNDERSTAND PARIS & ITS PEOPLE A LITTLE BETTER

As a traveler, understanding the local culture helps you enjoy any destination on a much deeper level. That’s why we’re sharing our insight into Paris’s heart and soul, so you can appreciate the city even more during your stay. Get a grasp on French customs and traditions, from practical aspects such as “do you tip in France?” to typical holiday celebrations; learn about the city itself including its size, location, and population; and learn what to expect in Paris in terms of language and cultural differences. Here’s what to know about Parisian culture.

French bread at a Parisian bakery
How to Get Your Baguette or Pastries Like a Parisian

Visiting a Paris Bakery: What to Know Before You Go

Eager to enjoy “une bonne baguette” or French pastry while in Paris? Here’s how to prepare for going to a Parisian bakery.
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  • Experiences, Gastronomic Experiences
    Café Gourmand Cooking Class
    This baking class is all about exploring the thoroughly brilliant Parisian concoction – Le Café Gourmand – a wonderful coupling of a good Espresso, a pousse-café* and miniature versions of four or five French pastries. It’s a small, extravagant luxury – go on, treat yourself! *Pousse-café – a li…
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  • Paris cooking class and market shopping experience Paris cooking class and market shopping experience
    Gastronomic Experiences, Experiences
    Market to Table Tour & Cooking Class
    Join American expat chef and cook book author Alisa of Sweet Pea Paris, for an authentically Parisian experience. You’ll start your adventure by following Alisa to one of Paris’s best marchés (fresh food markets), where you’ll tour the stalls, meet the merchants, discover local products, a…
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  • Glass of red wine with cheese and charcuterie board. Glass of red wine with cheese and charcuterie board.
    Gastronomic Experiences, Experiences
    Wine & Cheese Pairing
    This experience is an excellent opportunity for people who want to have a light introduction to French wines and discover how to pair them perfectly with French cheeses. You’ll get all the basic information you need to know about wine in France, including proper terminology, proper wine ta…
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  • French caviar tasting in Paris with Champagne French caviar tasting in Paris with Champagne
    Experiences, Gastronomic Experiences
    French Caviar Tasting
    The caviar you are about to discover is produced in the Dordogne region to the rhythms of the seasons and the life of sturgeons. This product of excellence, based on the valorization of a unique land and on innovative production techniques, is the reflection of impeccable standards. Research inno…
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  • Wine tasting in Paris Wine tasting in Paris
    Experiences, Gastronomic Experiences
    French Wine Tasting in Paris
    This is the main session of Wine Tasting in Paris.  It will take you on a road trip straight into the heart of French wine country. This tasting is perfect if you want to have a broader understanding and a global view of French wines. A veritable feast of wines will be awaiting you at each sto…
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  • pastries in the Marais pastries in the Marais
    Guided Tours, Gastronomic Experiences, Experiences
    Pastry Tour of Le Marais
    Le Marais is arguably the hippest neighborhood in Paris. While some may say that there are too many fashionistas, bobos, and tourists in the area, the charming cobblestone streets and vibrant atmosphere just can’t be beat. But Le Marais isn’t just about appearances. Local guides Nikki and Frederi…
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  • Gastronomic Experiences, Experiences
    Champagne & Choux Baking Class
    Pâte à Choux or Choux pastry dough is what is used in making so many sexy French treats… Éclairs, Gougères (savory cheese puffs), Choux Salé, Chouquettes, Profiteroles (sweet cream puffs), Saint Honoré-Piece Monté (aka Croquembouche)…
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