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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"Our experience on The 10 Tastings of Paris: Saint-Germain tour with Paolo was absolutely wonderful. From the very beginning, his passion for Paris was evident, and his knowledge brought the neighborhood to life in a way that made the tour truly special. Paolo has a fabulous flair for food, art, architecture, and history, and he seamlessly combined all of these elements throughout our walk in the 6th arrondissement. Each tasting was thoughtfully selected, and his stories and insights added so much depth and context to the experience. What we especially appreciated was how openly Paolo shared aspects of French culture and everyday life. His enthusiasm and genuine love for the city made every stop engaging and memorable. We felt like we were exploring Paris with a knowledgeable local friend rather than simply taking a tour. If you're looking for an experience that blends outstanding food with fascinating history, beautiful architecture, and authentic cultural insights, Paolo is the perfect guide. We highly recommend this tour and would gladly book another experience with him."
"Gelsomina is by far the best food tour guide we have had to date. Her kind demeanor was evident right from the get go when she helped us navigate the metro to our meeting point. The classic Parisian food we had was so amazingly delicious (crepes, quiche, pastries, oysters, escargot, cheese, wine, etc) - we could not have asked for a better first experience of true Paris cuisine. Throughout the tour, Gelsomina provided wonderful historical, social or current event insight; really providing a sense of the culture of the area. She also offered us several options to navigate through the city to fit in our must see spots for our one day trip. We could not recommend Gelsomina enough. You would be missing out to book any other guide. 15 out of 10 stars!"
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
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.
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!
"We had a wonderful time with Gelsomina (“G”) on our food tour of Paris. It’s so nice to taste and learn the local food culture from a fellow foody who not only loves to eat good food but who also loves to cook. Even though G’s primary responsibility was to give us the food tour, she provided so much more detail about the local culture which is so helpful from an American perspective. G was a very warm and welcoming guide which I would highly recommend. It was our first time to Paris but we’ll be back again soon to learn more and hopefully Gelsomina will be available to be our personal guide. "
"My partner and I spent 10 nights in Europe, with 5 of them in Paris. It was our first trip and we wanted to engage with a local to learn more about this amazing city and experience the food. We booked a food tour with Gelsomina, and it was the best decision we made. Gelsomina felt like a friend, she had such interesting information about Paris and the food scene and we ate the most amazing bites! She customizes the tour to your tastes, but we had: coffee, pastries, cheeses, wine, tapenades, bread, oysters, more amazing desserts, crepes, galettes, macarons, and more. We were so full and even had left overs we ate later that day. I would 100% book again with Gelsomina! "
"We had the best tour with Paolo! It was myself, my husband and two children, aged 7 and 10. He was very sweet and accommodating for all of us, especially given my son’s food allergies. He took us to some amazing food spots, and also other interesting stores that I would’ve never found if I have been looking on my own. He’s also a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the history of Paris and current events. I would highly recommend him, and when we come back to Paris, we hope to look him up again and book another tour. "
"Maxime was outstanding! We loved concept of the 10 Tastings of Paris tour, and he was the perfect guide for that. The area where he took our group of 6 was great, featuring a wonderful variety of delicious foods, where we also enjoyed the great local “flavor” of the people and sights. Maxime was knowledgeable, professional, warm, extremely enthusiastic and very kind, accommodating our somewhat slow walking pace. We highly recommend this excellent experience and amazing guide!"
"Had a great time with Anukool during our walking food tour. He was very knowledgeable about the area and foods we tasted. We didn't do as much walking as we expected - not a bad thing :-) - but we did try a lot of food - pastries, cheeses, tapenades, wine, etc. All of it was so good. Overall, we had so much fun and I would definitely recommend this walking tour with Anukool. The only issue we had was a glitch with the app - the address and the map are not the same so we had some trouble finding the meet-up spot."
"Our holiday ended with a quick return to Paris and Paolo made it extra special. He shared his insights on food, life in Paris and how to enjoy the great tastes of Paris. We visited St Germaine and enjoyed that lively neighborhood while we tasted macaroons, charcuterie, spices, quiche and more. Paolo shared many stories and made the experience very memorable. I would recommend this tour. "
"We had a wonderful time with Iza. She took the time to prepare for our outing and actually changed our meeting location due to the weekend flea market. She took into consideration the time of day in determining our order of tastings. We had a wonderful time learning about everyday life in Paris and appreciated avoiding all the ‘touristy’ locations. Highly recommend Iza as a guide!"
"Izabele is a great guide! I chose her because our young adult daughters traveled with us and I thought she may have insight into shopping and other similar interests. YES! She gave us insider tips for the Dior Museum and other excursions, both in person and a follow up text with details. She is very informative & helpful and our tour with her was almost MORE food than we could eat! Highly recommend Iza!"
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