Hot chocolate guide

La Chocolaterie de William Artigue: Christmas creations and hot chocolate near Canal Saint-Martin

We're off to the Canal Saint-Martin in Paris' 10th arrondissement to discover the chocolaterie of William Artigue, a young and talented chocolatier who unveils a range of gourmet creations, from chocolates to confectionery. Trained by masters such as Patrick Roger and Jacques Genin, his atelier-boutique offers a universe combining tradition and innovation, with unique Christmas creations and divine hot chocolate to sublimate the Parisian winter.

Winter season at the REcyclerie: vegetarian raclette chalet and hot drinks bar

La Recyclerie hosts its traditional winter season, unveiling a wine and hot chocolate bar as well as a vegetarian fondue and raclette chalet!

Dengo: Brazilian chocolates come to Paris

Discover Dengo, unique chocolateries offering fair-trade, sustainable and healthy Brazilian chocolate. A place dedicated to Brazil, where a passionate team shares its cocoa culture and love of chocolate. Discover our two Parisian boutiques: the Dengo boutique in the Abbesses district of the 18th arrondissement, and the one in Saint Germain des Prés in the 6th arrondissement.

Le Jardin Sucré opens its chocolate shop and tearoom in Dampierre, Yvelines

Food lovers beware: Jardin Sucré has opened its chocolate shop and tea room in Dampierre, just a stone's throw from the château. It's a new chapter for the couple, who already delight us in Cernay-la-Ville and Paris. We're off to the former Auberge Saint-Pierre, which has come back to life with this opening.

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.

Le Tout-Paris at Cheval Blanc Paris

Le Tout-Paris, the sublime restaurant that rules the capital, wins its first Michelin star. Located on the 7ᵉ floor of the Cheval Blanc Paris, with a terrace boasting breathtaking views of the Seine and the capital's iconic monuments, you'll discover William Bequin's beautiful contemporary French cuisine, generous and well mastered.

L'Entithé, an eco-responsible, vegetarian tearoom in Les Batignolles

Rain or shine, come and relax in Batignolles' cosiest tea room, where vegetarian cakes and savoury dishes fill your belly without compromising on indulgence!

Pingwoo, the restaurant - coffee and flowery brunch with crunchy cat lattes

Pingwoo is the name of a charming little coffee shop worth trying out. A cafe-canteen with a weekend brunch, this flowery place offers real home-style fusion cuisine and gourmet pastries, accompanied by its famous cat lattes.

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.

LV Dream: the Café "Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton" unveils its savoury menu

Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton, the Café at the heart of LV Dream, has added a new savory menu, emblazoned with the House's famous monogram. After discovering the free exhibition of emblematic and innovative Louis Vuitton creations, continue the experience upstairs by savoring a variety of dishes imagined by the Pastry Chef, not forgetting a visit to the chocolate shop and boutique!

A chocolate bar with a view of the Eiffel Tower and a pastry by Danny Khezzar (Top Chef)

The Bar Perché at Printemps de l'Homme in Paris is a high-altitude, high-chocolate address until January 10, 2024. In this gourmet den with a view of the Eiffel Tower, enjoy hot chocolate and pastries, including a special festive creation by Danny Khezzar (Top Chef 2023).

Manufacture Plaq and its unique hot chocolate in Paris

Manufacture Plaq, located in the charming Rue du Nil in Paris, has something to appeal to lovers of fine artisan chocolates and those in search of exceptional hot chocolate. A chocolatier who masters original cocoa, from bean to plate, we love it.

Le Brunch du Quai 108: closed

Explore the new gourmet brunch at Quai 108, the Hilton Paris Opéra's new street-side restaurant, which offers a gourmet break every weekend from 11am to 4pm, just a stone's throw from Saint-Lazare.

We tested Tea Time Chocolat in Versailles for a Hiver Gourmand at the Trianon Palace

Head for Versailles, at the gates of the Château, to take a seat in the Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace tea room. We'll take you on a tour of the new Tea Time Chocolat, with all its finesse.

Le Véro-Dodat, an authentic brasserie and tea room in a historic covered passageway - permanently closed.

Tucked away in the Galerie Véro-Dodat covered passageway is the Brasserie - Salon de thé of the same name: Le Véro-Dodat. With its blend of local cuisine and home-made gourmet tea, it's a great place to take a break from the past.

Discover the Château Musée et atelier Rosa Bonheur in Thomery: a haven of inspiration

We're off to discover the Château et atelier Rosa Bonheur in Thomery, where the famous artist lived for almost 40 years in Seine-et-Marne. Soak up her creative world and her passion for animals on a guided tour full of discoveries.

Cakepart, the unique Parisian coffee shop specializing in sweet and savory cakes

Feel like going back to childhood? Head to Cakepart, in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, for a 100% sweet or savoury cake experience, full of gourmet goodness and original flavours!

8 gourmet hot chocolates from Une Glace à Paris

Hot chocolates at Une Glace à Paris? Few people know it, but the stores of the famous Parisian ice cream parlour offer no less than 7 ultra-gourmand hot chocolates to enjoy on the spot or to take away with, why not, the ice cream pastries of the house.

Le Chat Mallows Café, the cosy, gourmet place to cuddle cats

To meet the cutest cats in Paris's 15th arrondissement, head to Chat Mallows Café, a super-cozy cat café! Enjoy cuddles, donuts and hot feline drinks.

Jade Genin chocolaterie in Paris Opéra, a refined favorite

Jade Genin, who has been immersed in the world of chocolate for as long as she can remember thanks to her father, Jacques Génin, has opened her chocolaterie on avenue de l'Opéra in Paris's 2nd arrondissement. We set out to discover her bonbons chocolates and other exceptional chocolate creations, which we recommend to you - they're just to die for.