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Gourmet stroll in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Visit of Saint-Germain-des-Prés through the great pastry and chocolate makers

If Saint-Germain-des-Prés is no longer the center of the Parisian artistic life, it remains a central point for gastronomy. Indeed, one will find in this district the greatest pastry cooks or chocolate makers of Paris: Georges Larnicol, Ladurée, Pierre Hermé... Sometimes one has more the impression to be in front of industrialists of pastry making than of true craftsmen. The best pastry chef is undoubtedly Pierre Hermé the "King of macaroon" he just got the title of best pastry chef in the world in 2016.

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Duration: 2 h.
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Georges Larnicol

At 132 bd St Germain, in the 6th arrondissement, you'll find a shop run by Georges Larnicol, one of France's best craftsmen. Originally from Brittany, all his products are made in Melgven in South Finistère.
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Georges Larnicol

The chocolates are self-service. The company also produces biscuits (Kouignettes, Kouign Amann...). A must-try are the chocolate sculptures for Christmas or Easter.
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Meert

At 3 Rue Jacques Callot, in the 6th arrondissement, you'll find one of the shops of the famous Lille patisserie. The brand offers pastries and chocolates.
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Meert waffle

The flagship product is the Meert waffle. This is not a traditional waffle. It's actually a flat waffle filled with sugar, butter and Madagascar vanilla.
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Ladurée Bonaparte

Ladurée is much more than just a pastry shop: it's an iconic institution of French gastronomy. Founded in 1862 by Louis Ernest Ladurée, this renowned house is famous for its exquisite macarons, refined pastries and elegant atmosphere.
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Ladurée

As well as its famous macaroons in a variety of flavours, Ladurée offers a mouth-watering selection of pastries, teas and confectionery, all made with quality ingredients and exceptional attention to detail.
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Pierre Hermé

At 72 rue Bonaparte, in the 6th arrondissement, you'll find one of Pierre Hermé's shops. Whether to sample his famous macaroons or to savour one of his seasonal creations, a visit to one of Pierre Hermé's boutiques is always an unforgettable sensory experience.
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Pierre Hermé

Special edition for Christmas: "GÂTEAU NOËL À LA MONTAGNE" count €200 for 16 people or more. And all year round, there are macaroons (the best?), truffles, pastries...
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