What’s in two cookies filled with ganache? A fantastic treat called macaron, which has become one of the best sweets in the world. Started off by Pierre Desfontaines of café Ladurée sometime in 1900s, this is one of the most sought after delicacy in Paris. Macarons of Ladurée are still one of the best; however, there are many more places in Paris where you can find some delicious flavors of macarons.
Ladurée: Ladurée has to be mentioned first, as they are the ones who started it all. This is the number one destination for macarons in Paris. Macarons here are available is sumptuous flavors such as vanilla, blackcurrant, bitter chocolate, orange blossom, raspberry, lemon, coffee, pistachio and much more. The seasonal flavors available are mint, lemon cedrat, praline, spice and soft fruits, coconut, amande and chestnuts, where each season is marked by the introduction of a new flavor. Made from almonds, eggs and sugar, the macarons here have a touch of tradition that makes Ladurée unique.
Pierre Hermé: Pink, Green, Yellow, Purple, available in every imaginable color and flavor Pierre Hermé is one of the best places to get macarons in Paris. Macarons in Pierre Hermé are packed in an attractive box suitable for taking back home or simply presenting to your friends in Paris. You can either buy one flavor or have an assortment to tickle or taste buds. You wouldn’t want to go anywhere else in Paris, macarons here are sure to make your celebrations brighter and sweeter be it birthdays, anniversaries or just a day out with family.
Gérard Mulot: This is another great place for macarons in Paris. Macarons here are a little thinner both in respect of the outer layer and the inner filling; however that has got nothing to do with the heavenly taste it offers. The shop itself has fantastic representation with one wanting to eat everything.
Dalloyau: With more than two hundred years in the food business Dalloyau is among the best makers of macarons in Paris. Macarons at Dalloyau are offered in some great flavors such as mocha, apricot, strawberry, Early Grey the Bergamot, and many more. The macarons at Dalloyau are lighter and melt in your mouth, leaving you asking for more. The outer area isn’t as attractive as one would expect, however that shouldn’t stop a macaron lover from entering the shop.
Gregory Renard Cacao et Macarons: This tiny shop is located very near to the Eiffel Tower in Rue Street Dominique in Paris. Macarons here are available in some unique flavors such as praline, cassis, citron which tastes somewhat like lemon, and many more. Though a butcher’s son, Gregory Renard started the business due to his love for chocolate. The shop itself is humble and has more of a family atmosphere, with the owner himself treating you like family.
Though, Paris is famous for many more such delicacies, one shouldn’t miss out on the best in Paris, macarons. There are many other places in Paris; macarons are also available in places like McDonalds and Eric Kayser.
This article was written by Alexis.
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