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We tried Emily's Tea Time at the Hôtel du Louvre in Paris—here's everything you need to know.

L'Hôtel du Louvre, a five-star gem nestled in the heart of the 1st arrondissement, offers a charming Emily Tea Time beneath its grand historic glass canopy. Inspired by the beloved series Emily in Paris, this delightful experience runs from Wednesday to Sunday until the end of March 2026. L'Officine du Louvre invites guests to indulge in this flavorful escape, where haute couture pastries and Chef Julien Delhome’s creative treats capture the spirited charm of the iconic Parisian heroine.

The enchanted Christmas bar and tea salon at the George V 2025

The Four Seasons George V in Paris is turning its bar into a festive tea lounge and cocktail bar this December 2025. Guests can indulge in the creations of Michael Bartocetti alongside tapas by Alan Taudon, all complemented by inventive cocktails in a cozy, fireside setting.

La Réserve unveils a signature hot chocolate to enjoy as a refined snack.

To mark its tenth anniversary, La Réserve Paris is unveiling its new signature hot chocolate 2025, created by Chef Jérôme Banctel and Pastry Chef Jordan Talbot. A gourmet treat to be enjoyed by the fireside until April 2026.

Christmas Tea at Le Meurice: creative workshops and festive treats for young and old alike.

As Paris adorns itself with Christmas lights, a new sweet temptation takes center stage in the heart of the capital. Le Meurice transforms the season into a true gourmet interlude with its winter afternoon tea designed for young and old alike, on Saturday, December 13, 2025. A festive getaway where magic is as much to be savored as it is to be admired.

Tea time hidden under the Printemps Haussmann cupola by Bryan Esposito and Xavier Pistol

Why not make yourself comfortable at Bleu Coupole, the restaurant under the immense dome of Printemps Haussmann, to discover the gourmet tea time of Bryan Esposito and Xavier Pistol? Both gourmet and accessible every day, there's something for everyone.

CRUMBLES: the coffee shop dedicated to delicious homemade and custom-made crumbles in the 9th arrondissement.

Not far from Montmartre, a coffee shop puts homemade crumble at the center of its menu with French and seasonal recipes. In this cozy crumble bar, you can create your own comforting, tailor-made dessert to eat in or take away from a selection of compotes, pastries, and gourmet toppings.

Watercolor workshops during a gourmet snack at Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel

Feeling like an artist? Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel is offering watercolor workshops until the end of the year, for a creative and gourmet moment, with a snack included in the workshop.

Les Étangs de Corot tea time: a bucolic, locavore snack to discover

In Ville-d'Avray, the Étangs de Corot tea time invites you to a sweet interlude in the heart of a green setting. Served every weekend in the listed Paillotes, this snack, imagined by new pastry chef Baptiste Vial, revisits Parisian classics with poetry and local Île-de-France produce. A gourmet getaway that celebrates nature and creativity.

Le Goûter givré at Le Meurice: Cédric Grolet's frozen fruit under the palace's gilded roof

When Paris burns, Le Meurice refreshes. This summer, the palace's frosty snack takes up residence under the gilding of the Le Dalí restaurant, orchestrated by Cédric Grolet and François Deshayes. Sculpted fruit, homemade ice creams and trompe-l'œil sweets make up an icy interlude to be savored far from the heatwave, from July 1 to August 31, 2025.

Springtime chocolate tea time at Burgundy Paris by Léandre Vivier

The Burgundy Paris is celebrating spring, and Easter 2025 in particular, with a chocolate-flavored tea time created by Pastry Chef Léandre Vivier, to be enjoyed for 3 weeks from April 17, 2025. We're off to the hushed setting of the Le Charles bar or under the luminous glass roof, just a stone's throw from Place Vendôme, to treat ourselves this Easter Monday.

Le Valentin, the charming retro tearoom in Paris' Galerie Vivienne

Did you know? Tucked away in Paris's Galerie Vivienne, a charming hidden tea room is the perfect spot for gourmands eager to sample delicious pastries, or in search of a restaurant for breakfast or lunch on the go. Welcome to Le Valentin, our favorite spot where you'll love to take a step back in time.

The Christmas Pastry Bar at the George V, the ephemeral, gourmet Christmas tea room

This winter, the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris invites us to enjoy an experience combining Christmas magic and gourmet delights by transforming its famous bar into an ephemeral tea room, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from December 6 to 25, 2024. In an enchanting setting designed by Jeff Leatham, illuminated by candles and decorated with snow-covered fir trees, you can sample the refined creations of pastry chef Michael Bartocetti.

The café royal and Pierre Hermé's patisserie at the Hôtel Les Lumières de Versailles unveiled

In the immediate vicinity of the Château de Versailles, a new gourmet boutique has opened, along with a sublime café orchestrated by Pierre Hermé. The newly-opened Hôtel Les Lumières Versailles offers an exceptional setting for this patisserie and café-tea room, overlooking the Place d'Armes and the château's main courtyard. It's the perfect place to indulge in the sweet and savoury creations of the king of pastry.

Inform Café, an unusual brunch coffee shop in front of a historic monument at Citéco, Paris 17th arrondissement

A brunch set against the backdrop of a historic monument, that's what Inform Café offers us at the Cité de l'Économie, Paris 17th. Initially attracted by the unusual location, we were seduced by the gourmet delights of this coffee shop, which combines delicious cakes and pastries with homemade drinks and lattes of all kinds.

Immerse yourself in the world of the Bridgerton Chronicle with a special tea time at Ladurée

What could be better than a tea time to feel like a Bridgerton for a moment? To mark the release of the third season, Ladurée is teaming up with the series for an exceptional tea time, in its Champs-Élysées flagship, from May 10 to June 29, 2024.

Maison Ambre, Moroccan canteen and tea room with home-made pastries, brunch and Ftour menu

Maison Ambre is the name of this canteen, tea room and pastry shop in the 15th arrondissement, just a stone's throw from Gare Montparnasse. Bowls to compose, tagine and pastries of the day await you.

Le goûter de Clotilde, a regressive and gourmet tea time by Nina Métayer

In the 5th arrondissement, the Maison Colbert hotel is now serving a brand new tea time, imagined by Nina Métayer, voted best pastry chef in the world in 2023. A blend of childhood flavors and gourmet patisserie, Le goûter de Clotilde offers a gourmet experience to share with friends and family.

Qasti Patisserie and Tearoom by Alan Geaam, the gourmet spot for Lebanese sweets

Looking for good, authentic, artisanal Lebanese pastries in Paris? Alan Geaam, the Michelin-starred chef we love so much, launches Qasti Pâtisserie libanaises, a takeaway and tearoom to indulge in distinctive oriental flavors.

Les Deux Magots: legendary café in Paris's Saint-Germain des Près district

At Les Deux Magots, you'll discover a place steeped in history and an ideal setting for a gourmet break on the terrace. Since 1885, this legendary café has welcomed gourmets and art lovers alike.

Jessica Préalpato unveils her natural, healthy snack at Hôtel San Régis

The San Régis Hotel in Paris celebrates its 100th anniversary and welcomes Jessica Préalpato to redefine the art of tasting. From September 20, 2023, this renowned pastry chef, voted Best Pastry Chef in the World in 2019, unveils a culinary experience that combines nature and gourmet delights.