Is there a tastier, richer and more generous cuisine than that of the South-West? It's true that this region knows how to make the most of the finest local produce, with recipes rich in flavor and tradition.
Cuisine from Bordeaux, Basque, Landes, Béarn, Périgourdine, Charente... It's all these gastronomies from different departments and regions that make up the richness and diversity of the cuisine of the South-West, from Nouvelle-Aquitaine to Midi-Pyrénées. Among the South-West's must-try dishes are foie gras, cassoulet and, of course, duck dishes(magret, gésiers, confit).
In the Basque country and Landes, you'll enjoy hake koskera, axoa - a veal stew with Espelette pepper, Basque chicken, fried chipirons, piperade - a kind of ratatouille made with peppers, tomatoes and onions; as well as a slice of pastis landais, a brioche flavored with orange blossom, or Basque cake topped with black cherry jam. In Bordeaux, we tend to end a meal with a good cannelé and a glass of red wine.
Porc noir de Bigorre, haricots tarbais and Ossau-Iraty in Béarn; walnuts, truffles and mushrooms in Périgord; Cognac, clams and mussels in Charentes... The South-West is definitely brimming with exceptional products that contribute to the richness of this extraordinary gastronomy.
So, to treat yourself to these rich and generous specialties, here are the best addresses for Southwestern cuisine in Paris!
B.O.U.L.O.M: Chef Julien Duboué's bakery-restaurant with all-you-can-eat buffet
3 concepts in one place: that's what Chef Julien Duboué is offering you to discover with his latest gourmet baby named Boulom. Opened in February 2018, Boulom brings together not only a restaurant with an all-you-can-eat buffet, but also a bakery and a hidden cocktail bar... [Read more]
Picotte, a bistronomic tour of France's regional specialities
From Provence to Northern France, via Normandy and the West Indies, Picotte promises a veritable bistronomic tour of France's specialties. [Read more]
Halo, top chef Victor Blanchet's excellent restaurant hidden behind a concept store
Chef Victor Blanchet takes over Halo, a multi-faceted space that's part concept store, part bistro restaurant, part hidden cocktail bar, part private dining room. A unique address well worth the detour! [Read more]
Arbela, chef Juan Arbelaez's Basque tapas and wine bar
Between good bowling and hearty tapas, chef Juan Arbelaez unveils Arbela, a radiant dining cellar. [Read more]
P'tit Deux, the little bodega that honors Basque croquetas and taloas
Across the street from their first restaurant, Tiphaine Mollard and Romain Casas have opened P'tit Deux, a little bodega serving tapas and naughty croquetas, accompanied by cocktails and French wines. And for lunch, the duo unveil a Basque street-food specialty: taloas! [Read more]
La Noceria, festive restaurant with authentic Iberian tapas and explosive cocktails
Le Sentier has recently opened a festive restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Iberian tapas and explosive cocktails, all in a friendly atmosphere: La Noceria. [Read more]
Blanca, Fernando de Tomaso's stunning Argentinian restaurant with Basque accents
And that's two for chef Fernando de Tomaso who, after Biondi, unveils a stunning new Argentinian address, tinged with Basque accents: Blanca, near Bastille. A wonderful discovery. [Read more]
Maria Belza, Basque cuisine on the Canal Saint-Martin
For a taste of the South-West in Paris, head for Maria Belza. On the program: a good feast with friends, based on Basque specialties to share (or not)! [Read more]
Deux, the first Parisian table from Tiphaine Mollard and Romain Casas
Friends in the city as well as in the kitchen, Tiphaine Mollard and Romain Casas have just opened their first Parisian restaurant with the idea of combining their native Savoie and South-West regions in their dishes. [Read more]
Canard Street, 100% duck street-food in Paris
Duck invites itself to the 2nd arrondissement of Paris. At Canard Street, you'll find duck in all its forms, to the delight of duck lovers! [Read more]
Not forgetting: A. Noste, l'Ami Jean, Chez Papa, les Comptoirs du Médoc, l'Avant-Comptoir, les Papilles, au Trou Gascon, Osaba, le Cachiquet, l'Auberge Etchegorry, la Grange aux Canards, Il était une oie dans le Sud Ouest, etc.
Where to eat a good cassoulet in Paris? Our good addresses
There's no doubt about it, cassoulet is one of France's favorite dishes for good reason: it's generous, comforting and convivial. To enjoy a good cassoulet in Paris, here are the best addresses! [Read more]Where to eat duck confit in Paris? Our good addresses
Do you prefer duck breast or duck confit? Here's a list of the best places in Paris to enjoy these traditional dishes from the South-West! [Read more]Where to eat foie gras in Paris? Our best addresses
Here are our top tips for enjoying home-made foie gras in Paris restaurants. [Read more]