Snails are served as a starter dish in French cuisine. While it might sound revolting, the French stand by its tastiness. Hence, enjoying a plate of escargot (French word for snails) is not strange to them. In truth, snails are closely related to seafood like cockles, conchs, and mussels. Escargots à la Bourguignonne (Snails in garlic-herb butter) is a popular preparation of snails in the city of lights.
If you have never eaten snails before and want to try it, then consider these tips. Start with a half-order of snails called a demi-douzaine d’escargot. It allows you to taste it without making a commitment at once. If you are squeamish about shells, you can order it without them. Who knows, you might end up becoming a big fan of this French delicacy. |
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Main Ingredients
Snails, garlic, butter, parsley, salt and pepper
Snails, garlic, butter, parsley, salt and pepper
Recommended Places to Eat
L'Escargot Montorgueil |
Don’t miss out on this fair hidden gem. The L’Escargot Montorgueil is a perfect place for that romantic late dinner. The restaurant is located at the end of a long and beautifully crafted laneway filled with fancy cafes and shops. The location itself is a worthy place for a photo-op. Yet the best part doesn’t just stop there. Inside the L’Escargot Montorgueil, you will find the restaurant is full of romance and laughter. A good place to start is by picking a table outside of the restaurant for the authentic Parisian style of the dinner experience.
Their menu makes up most of the popular French cuisines. However, as you might have guessed they have a special attention to their Escargots. There are many Escargots to choose from; even the classic ones are full of buttery goodness. I suggest you order the Les 6 escargots de Bourgogne à l'ail for starters. |
Basic information
Address:
38 Rue Montorgueil, 75001 Paris, France
Price: $$-$$$
Opening Hours:
Everyday
12:00pm - 11:00pm
Telephone:
+33 1 42 36 83 51
Website:
www.escargotmontorgueil.com
38 Rue Montorgueil, 75001 Paris, France
Price: $$-$$$
Opening Hours:
Everyday
12:00pm - 11:00pm
Telephone:
+33 1 42 36 83 51
Website:
www.escargotmontorgueil.com
Du Pain et des Idees |
If the reviewers say that the best croissants in Paris are at the Du Pain et des Idees, they are absolutely right. Moreover, anyone up for escargots or snails who are here is in for a treat. The famous pistachio-chocolate escargot here has layers of lemon, nougat, berry, and chocolate in between the puff pastry. Truly delicious. The Du Pain et des Idees is a favorite spot among pastry connoisseurs all over the world and it isn’t just about their croissants. Another favorite is the pain au chocolat, which are banded together with a banana mixture.
Their coffee is also really well-received among customers and critics as well. The price is definitely worth it, given that you go there in the morning when their pastry is still oven-fresh. Even better you can take them on the go as you bring them to the nearby French Parks and tourist locations. French pastry is one you should try at least once in your lifetime. The Du Pain et des Idees is a must-visit place for that authentic French baking cuisine. |
Basic information
Address:
34 Rue Yves Toudic, 75010 Paris, France
Price: $$-$$$
Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday 6:45am - 8:00pm
Telephone:
+33 1 42 40 44 52
Website:
www.dupainetdesidees.com
34 Rue Yves Toudic, 75010 Paris, France
Price: $$-$$$
Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday 6:45am - 8:00pm
Telephone:
+33 1 42 40 44 52
Website:
www.dupainetdesidees.com
Chez Fernand Christine |
In Chez Fernand Christine, French dishes do not only mean Paris cuisine. Various sumptuous regional cuisines are also highlights in its menu. The restaurant combines traditional as well as innovative flavors in its tasty dishes. Inside the dining place, red checkered tablecloths and dark wood interior invites you to relax, have an extraordinary food experience, and observe old-school France when it comes to its dining scene. The escargots, pâté, beef bourguignon, and marrow are dishes that you must order here.
Beyond the great comfort food you can check out in Chez Fernand Christine, you will also be amazed with the hospitality of the staff and how the manager and owner make sure that the lovely ambiance and authentic cooking are maintained. This quaint restaurant tucked in a small alley not far from the Latin Quarter and Saint Michel truly do not disappoint in its mission to let customers experience French culinary traditions and its elegant simplicity. |
Basic information
Address:
9 Rue Christine, 75006 Paris, France
Price: $$ - $$$
Opening Hours:
Monday - Thursday; Sunday 12:00pm - 2:30pm; 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday - Saturday 12:00pm - 2:30pm; 7:00pm - 12:00pm
Telephone:
+33 1 43 25 18 55
9 Rue Christine, 75006 Paris, France
Price: $$ - $$$
Opening Hours:
Monday - Thursday; Sunday 12:00pm - 2:30pm; 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday - Saturday 12:00pm - 2:30pm; 7:00pm - 12:00pm
Telephone:
+33 1 43 25 18 55