AFrench almondpastry with two crunchy shells enclosing a creamy, chocolatey or fruity filling, the macaron is one of the treasures of French gastronomy, appreciated by Parisians and tourists from all over the world alike.
Macaroons have a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, first introduced in Italy under the name maccherone. However, the modern version of the macaron is often attributed to the famous French patisserie Ladurée, which popularized the macaron by offering it in a wide variety of colors and flavors from the 19th century onwards.
Considered a symbol of French patisserie the world over, the macaron is available in a wide range of classic flavors - chocolate, coffee, lemon, vanilla, pistachio, raspberry - as well as more surprising recipes, such as rose, peanut, lychee, rosemary or cinnamon.
If you want to be sure of finding a good macaroon in Paris, here's a list of the best places to try one!
The trompe-l'œil log, macaroons and Christmas 2024 creations from Ladurée
Maison Ladurée, one of France's leading pastry houses, celebrates the 2024 holiday season with creations as elegant as they are delicious. In the spotlight: Julien Alvarez's Signature Log, a trompe-l'œil masterpiece, and a collection of exclusive sweets. [Read more]
Le meilleur macaron d'Ile-de-France 2024, this Val-d'Oise bakery wins 4 prizes
Attention macaroon lovers! The results of the Seine-et-Marne competition, held in association with the Syndicat des Boulangers du Grand Paris, have just announced the winners of the best macaroons in the Paris region. A Val-d'Oise bakery-pâtisserie stands out from the crowd, winning no fewer than 4 prizes. [Read more]
The café royal and Pierre Hermé's patisserie at the Hôtel Les Lumières de Versailles unveiled
In the immediate vicinity of the Château de Versailles, a new gourmet boutique has opened, along with a sublime café orchestrated by Pierre Hermé. The newly-opened Hôtel Les Lumières Versailles offers an exceptional setting for this patisserie and café-tea room, overlooking the Place d'Armes and the château's main courtyard. It's the perfect place to indulge in the sweet and savoury creations of the king of pastry. [Read more]
Ladurée Champs-Elysées reinvents itself, rediscover the tea room
The famous Ladurée boutique-teahouse on the Champs-Élysées has reopened its doors, totally transformed, after months of renovation. This iconic venue has been totally redesigned and is open every day from 8am to 10pm. Coffee shop, winter garden, dessert bar and even masterclass are on the program. Who's up for crazy tea times, macaroons and other delicacies? [Read more]
Dalloyau Saint-Lazare: restaurant and tea room
Dalloyau takes possession of the magnificent Eugénie footbridge in Saint-Lazare, and installs its new restaurant-tea room. To tickle your taste buds, the menu is signed Justine Piluso, former candidate of Top Chef 2020. She offers tasty dishes made with seasonal ingredients and from the Ile-de-France region. And let's not forget the unmissable desserts made by Jérémy Del Val. [Read more]
At VG Pâtisserie, classic French pastries in a plant-based version
Macaroons, flans, tarts... but in a vegetable version! This is what VG Pâtisserie offers, revisiting the classics of traditional French pastry without milk or eggs, and it is worth the detour! [Read more]
Le Jardin Sucré in Paris: the flagship creations of the 17th century pastry shop
After a first store opened in the Yvelines, the Jardin Sucré exported in 2017 to the 17th arrondissement of Paris. If the macaroons are the undisputed stars of the store, the other pastries are truly worth the detour, such as the pistachio and orange blossom tart or the yuzu and black sesame tart. [Read more]
The Pierre Hermé Café at Beaupassage, the gourmet's HQ
The Pierre Hermé tea room in Beaupassage is a gourmet HQ in Paris. Open every day from 10am to 8pm, this place is a must for pastry lovers. For lunch, for tea time and even for brunch, Pierre Hermé seduces us with a beautiful sweet and savory offer. [Read more]
86 Champs, Pierre Hermé's tea room on the Champs-Elysées
Pierre Hermé, Best Pastry Chef in the World, our very own Picasso of pastry, has opened the doors of his French tea room on the Champs-Elysées! This 1,000m² temple to gourmet delights boasts a terrace, a beautiful boutique and an olfactory experience area signed l'Occitane en Provence. [Read more]
Le Grand Café Fauchon, the chic bistro on Place de la Madeleine
The Maison Fauchon has opened its Grand Café Fauchon on Place de la Madeleine in its brand new Parisian hotel. Are you looking for a chic and refined bistro where you can enjoy beautiful dishes, great cocktails and the famous pastries of the house? Go and discover the place. [Read more]
Discover the Lenôtre Paris Bastille boutique: a unique gourmet experience
Immerse yourself in the gourmet world of the Lenôtre Paris Bastille boutique and discover its sweet and savory delights. [Read more]
Jean-Paul Hévin - Vendôme in Paris: a paradise for gourmets
Dive into the world of master chocolatier Jean-Paul Hévin and explore his chocolate cellar on rue Saint-Honoré in Paris. [Read more]
Not forgetting Arnaud Larher, Pain de Sucre, Le Lautrec, Carette, Landemaine...
The history of the famous Parisian macaroon
Macaroons are the guilty pleasure of many a sweet tooth. But do you really know its history? We tell you more about the origins of the macaroon, right up to its Parisian incarnation. [Read more]
The history of the famous Parisian macaroon
