Paris is home to some of the world’s finest restaurants. But the city’s culinary culture extends far beyond what is served on a plate.
Today, Paris offers countless opportunities to discover the products, artisans, and traditions that have made French gastronomy famous around the world. Meet a Master Cheesemonger, learn the secrets of a pastry chef, taste wines with an expert sommelier, or wander through one of the city’s historic food markets—each experience reveals a different side of Paris.
Whether you’re a Parisian, visiting from elsewhere in France, or traveling from abroad, here are ten gourmet experiences that deserve a place on your itinerary.
Cheese is one of the great symbols of French gastronomy.
Yet many people know famous names such as Camembert, Comté, or Roquefort without truly understanding what makes each one unique.
A guided tasting workshop allows you to discover:
At Androuet, this experience is built upon more than 115 years of expertise. Every workshop is led by Master Cheesemongers who share their knowledge with passion, warmth, and authenticity.
“Every cheese tells a story. Our role is to help our guests discover it.”
— An Androuet Master Cheesemonger
Parisian markets remain one of the best ways to discover the richness of French food culture.
Among the city’s most celebrated markets are:
Here you’ll meet artisan producers, specialty food merchants, and passionate craftspeople whose expertise has often been passed down through generations.
Paris is widely regarded as the world’s pastry capital.
Joining a pastry workshop lets you discover the techniques behind iconic French desserts such as:
A wonderful experience for both enthusiastic home cooks and serious food lovers.
Many Parisian wine merchants and tasting rooms offer introductory wine experiences.
You’ll learn about:
It’s the perfect complement to a cheese tasting experience.
Some gourmet delicatessens have become true culinary institutions.
Inside you’ll discover exceptional products sourced from across France, including:
These remarkable stores are an invitation to explore French gastronomy through its finest ingredients.
Parisian cuisine is equally celebrated in its neighborhood bistros.
Menus often feature timeless French classics such as:
These beloved dishes remain an essential part of Parisian culinary life.
Few experiences feel more Parisian than enjoying lunch in a beautiful garden or beside the Seine.
With just a few carefully selected ingredients:
you have a meal that is elegant, simple, and unmistakably French.
One of the city’s greatest luxuries is the opportunity to meet the people who create its exceptional food.
Spend time talking with:
These conversations reveal the craftsmanship behind every specialty and add a deeply human dimension to French gastronomy.
One of gastronomy’s greatest pleasures lies in discovering perfect combinations.
Why does an aged Comté pair so beautifully with Vin Jaune?
Why does blue cheese reveal its finest qualities alongside a sweet dessert wine?
Why do fresh goat’s cheeses complement the elegant white wines of the Loire Valley?
Learning these pairings changes the way you entertain, cook, and enjoy food for years to come.
No French gastronomic experience would be complete without an exceptional cheese board.
But creating one requires more than simply selecting great cheeses.
A well-balanced board should include:
These are exactly the principles participants learn during Androuet’s tasting workshops.
Today’s travelers are looking for much more than a good meal.
They want to understand French traditions.
Meet artisans.
Discover centuries-old professions.
Learn practical skills.
Share meaningful moments.
Gastronomic experiences answer all of these aspirations.
Participants return home not only with wonderful memories, but with knowledge that enriches every future meal.
Many guests attending our workshops have already planned to visit the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, or Montmartre.
A few days later, when we ask them which experience left the strongest impression, many answer without hesitation:
“Our cheese tasting workshop.”
Not because they simply tasted extraordinary cheeses.
But because they experienced an authentic part of French culture while learning from a passionate Master Cheesemonger.
For us, there is no greater compliment.
The city’s monuments tell the story of Paris.
Its gastronomy tells the story of its way of life.
Taking time to meet an artisan, understand a product, and learn how to taste it reveals a far more intimate side of the French capital.
Cheese occupies a unique place within this culture.
It embodies the diversity of France’s terroirs, the dedication of its producers, the expertise of its affineurs, and the conviviality of shared meals.
Since 1909, Androuet has proudly preserved this heritage by selecting, aging, and sharing some of Europe’s finest cheeses through its boutiques and tasting workshops.
Would you like to experience one of Paris’s most iconic gastronomic activities?
Join an Androuet cheese tasting, cheesemaking, or introductory workshop led by our Master Cheesemongers.
👉 Discover the full program and book your workshop today:
Cheese Tasting Workshops
“Cheese discovery” workshop in Paris
Come and learn the subtle art of cheese and its pairings with our cheesemonger and affineur—an expert in the science of cheese.
“Cheese enthusiast” workshop in Paris
Deepen your knowledge with this workshop on cheese and wine pairings.
Cheese-making workshop in Paris
Learn how to make 3 cheeses.
The “Secrets of Cheese” workshop in Paris
Learn, taste, and have fun. Come and discover this introduction to the art of cheese tasting. Learn to put your sensory impressions into words—all in a fun and cheerful atmosphere!
An Androuet exclusive.
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