Paris for Foodies: A 3-Day Culinary Itinerary Across the City

For food lovers, Paris isn’t just a destination — it’s a delicious, multi-sensory experience. From buttery croissants to bubbling raclette, from open-air markets to tucked-away bistros, Paris offers an endless array of flavors to savor.

This 3-day itinerary is designed for passionate eaters who want to taste Paris properly — one bite, sip, and market stall at a time.

🗓️ Day 1 – Classic Parisian Flavors

🥐 Morning: Boulangerie Hopping & Local Market

Start your foodie adventure in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

• Visit a traditional boulangerie like Poilâne or La Parisienne (award-winning croissants)
• Wander the Marché Raspail (organic market, Sundays) or Marché Maubert
• Pick up warm bread, cheeses, seasonal fruit, and pastries

💡 Grab a pain au chocolat and a café crème to enjoy in a nearby square.

🧀 Midday: Cheese & Wine Tasting Lunch

• Book a guided tasting session with a cheese expert
  👉 Reserve Cheese & Wine Pairing Experience
• Or visit Fromagerie Laurent Dubois and pair your finds with a baguette in Luxembourg Gardens

🍴 Afternoon: Explore Latin Quarter Food Spots

• Discover Rue Mouffetard: creperies, butcher shops, and patisseries
• Try a sweet crêpe with Nutella or a savory one with cheese and ham

🍷 Dinner: Traditional Bistro Experience

• Book dinner at Le Comptoir du Relais or Chez Fernand for elevated comfort food
• Sample duck confit, boeuf bourguignon, or escargots if you’re feeling adventurous

🗓️ Day 2 – Market Life, Le Marais & Cooking Class

🧺 Morning: Marché Bastille & Breakfast on the Go

• Head to the Marché Bastille (open Thurs & Sun mornings)
• Try local oysters, cured meats, and freshly baked tarts

📍 Best enjoyed with a stroll along Canal Saint-Martin afterward

🍫 Midday: Sweet Treats & Chocolate Boutiques

• Visit Jacques Genin, Pierre Hermé, or À la Mère de Famille for world-class chocolate and caramels
• Try a macaron tasting flight or sample regional confections

👩‍🍳 Afternoon: Hands-On Cooking Class

• Take a French cooking class: learn to make coq au vin, soufflés, or a classic 3-course meal
  👉 Browse Paris Cooking Classes

🧂 Dinner: Modern French in Le Marais

• Head to Le Marais for bistros with flair — like Les Philosophes or Robert et Louise
• Expect wood-fired meats, seasonal produce, and lively ambiance

🗓️ Day 3 – Cafés, Crêpes & Wine Country Tastes

☕ Morning: Café Crawl + Pastries

• Begin in Montmartre or Canal Saint-Martin
• Try a café noisette and a tarte aux pommes in local spots like Cuillier Café or KB Coffee Roasters

🥖 Midday: Epic Picnic Shopping

• Shop for picnic supplies at Rue Cler: wine, baguettes, cheese, charcuterie, fruit
• Have a riverside picnic near the Pont des Arts or in the Tuileries Garden

🍷 Afternoon: French Wine Tasting

• Join a guided wine tasting session in a historic wine cellar
  👉 Book Paris Wine Experience
• Learn about Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, and food pairings

🧆 Dinner: Neighborhood Food Walk or Tasting Menu

• Choose a food tour in Saint-Germain, Le Marais, or Montmartre
  👉 Explore Paris Food Tours
• Or finish with a Michelin-starred meal or trendy bistronomie restaurant like Septime, Frenchie, or Clamato

🍽️ Neighborhoods to Explore for Food Lovers

• Le Marais: Falafel, charcuterie, hip cafés, wine bars
• Saint-Germain-des-Prés: Iconic cafés, historic brasseries, fine pastries
• Montmartre: Rustic bakeries, wine bars, chocolate shops
• Canal Saint-Martin: Hipster cafés, natural wine, casual dining
• Latin Quarter: Classic student cafés, crêpes, and lively street food

🎟️ Culinary Tips for Foodies

• Book classes and tastings early, especially on weekends
• Try a mix of casual and elevated dining
• Leave room for dessert — every day
• Don’t rush meals — slow dining is part of Parisian culture
• Ask locals for recommendations — they often know the best under-the-radar places

Paris is a feast — and this itinerary lets you savor every bite.
Whether you’re nibbling your way through a market or learning to cook with a French chef, these three days are designed to satisfy your culinary curiosity.

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