Molly Wilkinson is a Cordon Bleu trained pastry chef living in Versailles and making it her business to spread the good word of French Pastry all over the world. We are excited to share her signature French Madeleine recipe, including go-to tips and a bit of background on these endlessly adaptable delights. …read more
Rosa Jackson tells us about her journey into working in the food world, finding her way as an expat in France, her cookbook Niçoise, and her recommendations for all things food related in Nice. …read more
In her latest cookbook, Le Sud, Rebekah Peppler invites readers into the heart of the South of France, which comes to life through Peppler’s words and recipes. …read more
Have you ever ordered a coffee in Paris and found yourself stunned when it finally arrived at the table? You’re not alone. We’ve updated our guide to ordering coffee to help you on your next trip to France. …read more
Paris is buzzing with exciting new restaurant openings. Here are our picks for new restaurants to try on your next Paris trip! …read more
Paris has hundreds of fabulous restaurants. Nevertheless, it can be hard to find a good venue among the dining options around Notre Dame, one of the most visited sites in all of Paris. However, if you avoid the mediocre establishments lining the Latin Quarter and drift a little further afield, there are some hidden gems.… …read more
Café terraces are an essential to life in Paris, whether it’s for a solo coffee in the morning or apéro among friends in the evening. Here are our picks for the best terraces across the capital including our favorite new establishments. …read more
The Marais is one of the most popular places to visit in Paris, and with good reason. From tea salons to stylish contemporary venues, here are some of the best Marais restaurants for your next visit …read more
It’s the tail-end of asparagus season and whether you’re France or the USA, you can make the most of the bounty with this asparagus risotto from the Marjorie Taylor – a longtime HIP Paris friend and one of the women from the mother/daughter duo behind Beaune’s beloved cooking school The Cook’s Atelier. …read more
We recently unveiled the winners for the best baguette in Paris. Just a few days later, le syndicat des Boulangers du Grand Paris (the association of Paris bakers) announced where to find the best butter croissants in Paris for 2024. …read more
The Louvre Museum is a must for most visitors to Paris. However, the dining options right nearby can be rather bleak. Luckily a mere few blocks away you can have a delicious meal, of you know where to look. Here are our picks for some of the best places to eat near the Louvre. …read more
You don’t have to end up at a tourist trap when visiting the Iron Lady. If you venture a few blocks away, there are loads of good places. Here is a selection of the best restaurants near the Eiffel Tower, selected for you by a long-time local. …read more
Here are some restaurant dining rules to help you fit in with the locals. …read more
