BY SARAH BRANDENBURG
I have one slice of cake, I mean, one slice of advice for you, be adventurous with food in Paris! I recommend trying the classic french staples, that everyone in the world knows about, but then I challenge you to move forward and try new things. Ethnic food, unique bakeries, unfrench like food! I say this because Paris is a diverse and multicultural city, and as much as trying french food is almost a requirement, I want to push you to press those boundaries and go further than the classic french.
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A chocolate and salted caramel crêpe at a family establishment
One of my favorite meals was a falafel wrap in Le Marais (the Jewish quarter). Every establishment claims to be the best, but I found every place there delicious. (L’as du Fallafel is a good place to try.)
I also tried a Persian restaurant in the 14th Arrondissement where I lived called Le Chalizar. It was delicious.
Push yourself to try new things. Discover the diversity within Paris by experimenting with food.
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A juicy burger and pomme frites
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Profiteroles – A classic french dessert which is a “must taste”
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A Falafel from the Marais
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A pizza from the Italian square
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The best hot chocolate in Paris is not at the tourist filled Ladurée. I found my favorite cup at Café Laurent.
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Above were my two favorite desserts in Paris and must visits. First is a meringue cake from Le Merveilleux de Fred. These bakeries are scattered around Paris and the famous Merveilleux is a must-try, perfected by Frédéric Vaucamps.
Second is a chocolate St. Honoré from the oldest bakery in Paris, Stohrer. I recommend trying anything from this bakery. St. Honoré aux Chocolat was my favorite, and I had the best chocolate éclair here.
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Persian food from Le Chalizar
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Decadent homemade icecream and sorbet from La Crème de Paris
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Crème brûlée
Sarah Brandenburg studied abroad in Paris, France in summer 2018:Â https://ieo.ucla.edu/travelstudy/French-Paris/