A richly illustrated overview of where to sample the best food and drink in the French capital. Tempting the eyes and enticing the palate, this gourmet tour of Paris provides a panoramic survey of the epicenter of gastronomy. Divided into three chapters, this book guides the reader from the temptations of "Decadent Paris", with its enticing wine cellars and jewel-toned macaroons, to favorite bistros and boulangeries in "Traditional Paris". "Contemporary Paris" celebrates the city’s most inventive and trendy venues and pays homage to its international offerings. Discover a gourmet lover’s Paris, where illustrious settings transport you to another era, and food in all its forms is as revered as the finest works of art.
About the Author
Pierre Rival, respected food and wine critic, has published several books including Gourmet Shops of Paris and Gourmet Bistros and Restaurants of Paris, and he contributed to Yquem. Lifestyle photographer Christian Sarramon’s work has featured in numerous publications, including Axel Vervoordt: Timeless Interiors, Paris Patisseries, and Yquem, published by Flammarion.