Foodie shopping destination in Paris, Pintemps du Goût has a rooftop terrace with Eiffel tower views.

On January 10th the iconic Parisian department store Printemps followed the example of competitors Le Bon Marché and Galeries Lafayette by opening their own épicerie fine, Le Printemps du Goût.

The fruit and vegetables in wooden crates at Printemps du Gout at department store Printemps in Paris.

Promoted by the historic Parisian enterprise as “Le Marché dans le Ciel” or The Market in the Sky, Printemps has distinguished its luxury food shop from rivals by elevating the grocery shopping experience to the top two floors of the store (as opposed to the lower level shops at Le Bon Marché and Lafayette), providing customers with impressive rooftop views of the capital as they browse a selection of carefully curated products.

Shopping for fresh fruit and vegetables arranged like in a painting at Printemps du Gout in Paris.Foodie destination, Printemps du Gout in Paris sells lots of different types of artisanal bread.

In addition to offering the possibility of skyline shopping, Printemps also sets itself apart from the competition by focusing on French terroir. Printemps du Goût stocks exclusively French products, from olive oils to herbs and spices and a wide selection of French wine and, of course, champagne.

Foodie destination, Printemps du Gout in Paris sells a variety of artisanal French cheese.

The wine cellar at Paris foodie shopping mall Printemps du Gout.

The list of suppliers runs the gamut of French made products from well known producers including baked goods from Gontran Cherrier, pastries from Christophe Michalek, chocolate from La Maison du Chocolat, and locally roasted coffee from the 18th arrondissement’s own Café Lomi.

The Gontran Charrier bakery at Paris foodie shopping mall Printemps du Gout.Beautiful pastries and cakes at Paris food mall Printemps du Gout.Luxury food mall Printemps du Gout counters in Paris with views of the Eiffel Tower.

In addition to prepared items, the shop’s selection also includes fresh whole foods ranging from fresh fish to fruits and produce, all locally sourced with a focus on seasonality. Shoppers can purchase newly harvested goods to cook at home, or enjoy them sur place at the shop’s restaurant, which proposes non-stop service throughout the day. Enjoy a coffee and cake, lunch, or a glass of wine and sharing plates while taking in the view while seated in the laid back dining space.

The fish restaurant at Paris food shopping mall Printemps du Goût with wooden tables and chairs.

The fish restaurant at Paris food shopping mall Printemps du Goût sells all sorts of French classics like sea bream.

The butcher's at Paris food shopping mall Printemps du Goût, serves fresh juicy cuts of meat presented on thick wooden chopping boards.

Printemps du Goût is engaged in bringing the consumer closer to their local producer and plans on organizing regular tastings that will facilitate these rencontres. The shop is also committed to adopting an eco-friendly approach to business and is dedicated to reducing waste by recycling and diminishing food waste in cooperation with the association La Tablée des Chefs.

Paris foodie shopping mall also sells cookbooks from all over France.

59 Rue de Caumartin, 75009 Paris, France

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Written by Emily Dilling for HiP Paris. All photos courtesy of Manuel Bougot. Looking for a fabulous vacation rental in Paris, London, Provence, Tuscany, Umbria or Liguria? Check out Haven In.

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Emily Dilling

Emily Dilling is a France based writer and author of My Paris Market Cookbook: A Culinary Tour of French Flavors and Seasonal Recipes. In 2005 Emily moved to Paris from her native California and began exploring the cities markets, restaurants, and cafés. In 2010 she founded the blog Paris Paysanne, where she writes about her favorite addresses and artisans in the city. Emily currently lives in the Loir-et-Cher region of France, where she writes and works in the grapevines.

One Comment

  1. Bonjour! Where is this place in Paris? I would like to visit. Such a wonderful view. I am staying near Grenelle Metro Station at Novotel Tour Eiffel hotel during early July. Your kind reply will be appreciated.
    Merci

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