The History of Parisian Pastry
Did you know the iconic croissant isn't originally French? It was inspired by the Austrian 'kipferl' and brought to Paris in the 1830s. Parisian bakers later perfected it with puff pastry!
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"It’s hard to imagine a better experience than spending an afternoon in Paris with Nella as your tour guide. She is passionate about the city, its history, its architecture, and its secrets, and curious about and generous with her guests. You’ll get a true insider’s view from a most delightful host. If I could give her higher than a 10 rating, I would. Thank you Nella!"
"We booked a foodie tour with Anukool at short notice and embarked upon an afternoon of culture, food and history. It was a great three hours and Anukool was an amazing host who never rushed you, explained points of interests and shared some fab foodie places with us. Thank you. Would highly recommend Anukool. "
"We had a fabulous afternoon with the lovely Olivia. She was such a delight- so sweet and knowledgeable and a fabulous guide! There were 5 of us, including 3 young adult children who all loved the tour and the delicious food. You could tell by her interactions that the local establishments love Olivia and she took us to all the best spots! The food was delicious and we definitely had plenty to eat. She was also kind enough to accomodate my gluten-free husband (but be sure to let her know that before hand, which we had failed to do.)"
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Dreaming of buttery croissants and delicate macarons? Dive into the world of Parisian pastry! Our private pastry tours unlock the city's sweetest secrets, taking you to the best patisseries in Paris.
Did you know the iconic croissant isn't originally French? It was inspired by the Austrian 'kipferl' and brought to Paris in the 1830s. Parisian bakers later perfected it with puff pastry!
Experience the French 'goûter,' a cherished afternoon snack tradition. Around 4 PM, Parisians pause for a sweet treat, often a delicious pastry like a pain au chocolat from their local boulangerie.
The macaron, a symbol of Parisian pastry elegance, has a long history. These delicate almond meringue cookies were perfected in the 20th century by Ladurée, who first sandwiched them with ganache.
Meet Marie-Antoine Carême, a pioneer of French pastry in the 19th century. He was famous for his elaborate confectionery creations, elevating pastry from a simple treat to a true art form.
The éclair, meaning 'flash of lightning' in French, is a classic choux pastry filled with cream and topped with icing. It is said to be named for being eaten in a flash! A must-try on any pastry tour.
Ready to taste the real Paris? Skip the tourist traps and explore hidden patisseries with a local expert. Your personalized pastry tour is just a click away. Book now for an unforgettable sweet escape!
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"We had an awesome time! It was a rainy cold day that could have dampened our spirits, but Maxime ensured we had a great time. He mixed in the right amount of french history, neighborhood and architecture with the most important part FOOD! We even had our 8 year old child along and she tasted and loved everything too. The cheese of course was the highlight for me, but the fresh seafood was a close second! It inspired us to keep tasting more of Paris and book more private tours. "
"We walked up to the top of Montmartre stopping at little shops along the way for snacks. I enjoyed talking to some of the shop owners. The food was interesting, quintessential Parisian, as was the nighttime walk to the Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur. It was fun seeing where the Belle Époque artists lived and worked. But, really, the best part was walking around an historic neighborhood, chatting with a local."
"We had a fun tour with Paul tasting Parisian foods for local favorites at the markets and restaurants of the St Antoine area. Food was great and Paul was a knowledgeable American ex-patriot who has lived in Paris for 25 years. "
"Anukool took us to many interesting places and we enjoyed many local family run food spots. Throughly enjoyed our tour especially as my wife is a vegetarian and he tailored our tour to suit."
"Iza was a great guide and host. She was very willing to adapt when our flight was late to arrive and still made a very nice experience for our family including 2 adults and 2 teenagers. She mixed in history, architecture, and food and kept the whole tour light and fun. We very much enjoyed our time and appreciated her enthusiasm."
"Thank you Joao for our 3 in1 fun tour of Monmartre! Everyone in our family group had a blast learning about the area, tasting delicious bites, posing for your fun photos and coming away with fond memories and great photos of our time together! Our ages range from 13 to 80 and we all enjoyed our time with Joao immensely! Don’t miss this tour!"
"Jay was a wonderful guide! He was very accommodating in creating a time slot outside of his online availability for our group. He has a wonderful personality and we really enjoyed our afternoon with him. We also really appreciated his ability to accommodate the mix of first-time visitors to Paris and return visitors. Jay shared many fun, interesting and perhaps lesser-known stories of Paris (we may or may not have fact-checked following our tour!). 😆 The food stops were also really good. We stopped at about 5-6 places and had a good mix of savory and sweet items. It was a perfect amount of food to feel full, but not overly stuffed. All four of us highly recommend Jay! Thank you so much Jérôme for a great tour! Melanie, Tim, Carrie & Devin"
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Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.