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Our 'In Paris' Gift Guide

If you find yourself in Paris this holiday season, you'll want to take advantage and pick up those perfectly French holiday gifts (Self gifts are perfectly acceptable!)

We have compiled a petite gift guide to keep you busy! All the fabulous things that we know are on our wishlist!

14/11/2024

Nutty for Chestnuts

Chestnut season is upon us! From October through December, one can find chestnuts popping up throughout Paris, from market stalls to street vendors! The French are a big fan of this nut, and they use it in a plethora of ways, like ground into flour, dried, boiled, roasted, and even candied!

26/10/2024

The Fundamentals of French Cheese

For any cheese lover, visiting a French fromagerie (cheese shop) is like walking into a candy store. With so many varieties, shapes, and even colors to choose from, one might not know where to start. So let's dive into the fabulous world of French cheese!

08/10/2024 The Cheese Guide

Our Favorite French Table Grapes

It is that time of year again when our market baskets are brimming with different bunches of grapes to enjoy. Join us as we dive into French table grapes!

16/09/2024

The Best Live Music Venues in Paris

Paris may not be a well-known music hub, but there are plenty of lively music venues to discover in the city!

11/09/2024

La Cuisine during the Paris Olympics

All you need to know when visiting us during the 2024 Paris Olympics.

02/07/2024 Paris News

The Best Ice Cream in Paris

It's that time of year where ice cream is abound! We have been on a search for some of the most interesting ice cream destinations to add to your Paris itinerary!

10/05/2024 Things to do in Paris

Our Petit Paris Transport Guide

Our guide to helping you navigate the Paris metro!

06/05/2024

Les Bouquinistes of Paris

Have you ever strolled along the Seine River and wondered about the story behind the charming green stalls? Welcome to the world of the bouquinistes—Paris’s beloved booksellers, who have become an iconic part of the city’s cultural heritage.

06/05/2024 Things to do in Paris

French Breads in Paris

A little guide to the vast world of French Breads !

22/04/2024 French Recipes & more!

The Best Day Trips from Paris

We love Paris, but for those looking to discover somewhere new during their city break, we've got some great ideas and all the helpful information you need to make exploring beyond Paris a breeze.

13/04/2024 Things to do in Paris, Paris Guides

Central Paris Location

Last Minute Course Places

20 Dec 2025

  • French Market Tour and Cooking Class / Marché Maubert
  • Spend the morning like the locals, with a typical Parisian experience. A full immersion in to French culture with a French Market Tour followed by a hands-on French Cooking Class right in the heart of Paris !

  • Meet at 18 Place Maubert in front of the fountain, next to Metro Station Maubert Mutualité     Time: 9:30 - 13:30
  • Price: €189.00     Availability: 3 places left

20 Dec 2025

  • French Baking Classes / French Baguettes and ‘Boulangerie’ Class
  • Three hours of French Bread heaven in the heart of Paris. Learn the tips and tricks to bring the French 'boulangerie' to 'chez vous'!

  • La Cuisine Paris, 80 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris     Time: 14:00 - 17:00
  • Price: €119.00     Availability: 1 place left

22 Dec 2025

  • French Technical Classes / Mastering Classic French Sauces
  • Three hours of mastering the French Classic Mother Sauces - the grand canon of Cuisine Française. We’ll tackle emulsions, roux, reductions and more!

  • La Cuisine Paris, 80 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris     Time: 9:30 - 12:30
  • Price: €119.00     Availability: 1 place left

22 Dec 2025

  • French Macarons / Les Macarons : Technical 3-hour
  • For the serious Macaron lover. Three hours of intensive Macaron time - we will tackle two types of classic macaron shells and four types of classic macaron fillings!

  • La Cuisine Paris, 80 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris     Time: 9:30 - 12:30
  • Price: €119.00     Availability: 1 place left

Holiday Gift Guide 2025: A Dash of French Magic

Monday 1 Dec 2025 / Paris Guides

The holidays are rolling in! Paris is dripping in Holiday sparkle, and it’s our favorite time of year! Nothing makes us happier than gathering together with the perfect French-inspired gifts for the people we love and maybe a little something for ourselves, too!

So pour yourself a cup of tea or a glass of vin chaud, and let us guide you through some of our very favorite French holiday gifts for 2025.

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