Continuing the Travel Thursday fun! Last week I talked about the sights in Paris and saved the best for this week; the food! Parisians are known fortheir food and wine. With all the sightseeing we did we certainly workedup big appetites.
Le Square Trousseau is a typical French bistro near the Bastile and has food served all day. Traditional French fare and all very delicious!
La Gare is in the very posh 16th arrondissement and is located in an old trainstation. The place is just oozing with history! More classic French farein a very unique and modern interior. The cocktail bar is in the oldticket booth!
Alfredo Positano was Mike’s neighborhood restaurant when he lives in Paris and even though it was Italian food it holds a special memory forhim. The owner even still recognized him! It has been open almost 15years and was packed when we went for dinner. After all of theincredible French food we had been having Italian was a nice break!
I saved the best for last, Bistro Du Sommelier. A restaurant with a menu that changes daily and a truly amazing wine list.
Bistro Du Sommelier is a small bistro located on Hausmann and near a few Metro stops. Bistro Du Sommelier was opened in 1984 to celebratethe best in French cooking and wine. The owner has won sommelier ofFrance and the World, a pretty big honor!
There are 3 discovery menu’s that feature pairings of food and wine
Discovery – Meeting the emerging wines – 65€
A four-course surprise menu with wines included
Appetizer, starter, main course and dessert with a tasting of 4 wines
Temptation – Travelling between classicism and originality – 80€
A five-course menu with wines included
Appetizer, starter, main course, cheese and dessert with a tasting of 5 wines
Prestige – Staging the references – 110€
A five-course menu with wines included
Appetizer, starter, main course, cheese and dessert with a tasting of 5 wines
Even with the current exchange rates, this menu is a deal! The food changes daily and you never know what you might get.
Food in Paris is a real treat, just walk into a bistro and you will most likely have a great meal! Finding the hidden gem is one of ourfavorite things to do on vacation but having a trusted recommendation isalso a treat. We have recommended Bistro Du Sommelier to at least 10people and everyone that goes has loved it. If you are going to Parissometime soon make a reservation.
Favorite Part: Being asked to guess the wine at Bistro Du Sommelier
Not So Favorite Part: Having less than stellar service at La Gare
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