Is there any cuisine more flavorful, richer, and moregenerous than that of the Southwest? It must be said that this cuisine knows how to make the most of the finest local products, through recipes rich in flavor and tradition.
Cuisines from Bordeaux, the Basque Country, Landes, Béarn, Périgord, Charente... It is all these cuisines from different departments and regions that make up the richness and diversity of southwestern French cuisine, from Nouvelle-AquitainetoMidi-Pyrénées. Among the must-try dishes of the southwest are foie gras,cassoulet, and of course duck-based dishes (magret, gizzards, confit).
In the Basque Country and the Landes region, people enjoy koskera hake, axoa (a veal stew with Espelette pepper), Basque-style chicken, fried squid, piperade (a kind of ratatouille made with peppers, tomatoes, and onions), as well as a slice of Landes pastis, a brioche flavored with orange blossom, or Basque cake topped with black cherry jam. In Bordeaux, meals tend to end with delicious cannelés anda glass of red wine.
Bigorre black pork, Tarbais beans and Ossau-Iraty cheese in Béarn; walnuts, truffles and mushrooms in Périgord; Cognac, clams and mussels in Charentes... The Southwest is definitely overflowing with exceptional products that contribute to the richness of this extraordinary cuisine.
So, to enjoy these rich and generous specialties, here are some great places to eat Southwest cuisine in Paris!
Holiday Celebrations: Canard & Champagne Unveils Its XXL Duck Breast
Sponsored - As New Year’s Eve approaches, some spots in Paris seem perfectly suited for celebrating the holiday season. Tucked away in the Passage des Panoramas in the 2nd arrondissement, Canard & Champagne stands out as a prime destination to mark this festive season — one defined by togetherness, indulgence, and warmth. [Read more]
Picotte, a bistronomic tour of France's regional specialities
From Provence to Northern France, via Normandy and the West Indies, Picotte promises a veritable bistronomic tour of France's specialties. [Read more]
B.O.U.L.O.M: Chef Julien Duboué's bakery-restaurant with all-you-can-eat buffet
3 concepts in one place: that's what Chef Julien Duboué is offering you to discover with his latest gourmet baby named Boulom. Opened in February 2018, Boulom brings together not only a restaurant with an all-you-can-eat buffet, but also a bakery and a hidden cocktail bar... [Read more]
Halo, top chef Victor Blanchet's excellent restaurant hidden behind a concept store
Chef Victor Blanchet takes over Halo, a multi-faceted space that's part concept store, part bistro restaurant, part hidden cocktail bar, part private dining room. A unique address well worth the detour! [Read more]
Arbela, chef Juan Arbelaez's Basque tapas and wine bar
Between good bowling and hearty tapas, chef Juan Arbelaez unveils Arbela, a radiant dining cellar. [Read more]
P'tit Deux, the little bodega that honors Basque croquetas and taloas
Across the street from their first restaurant, Tiphaine Mollard and Romain Casas have opened P'tit Deux, a little bodega serving tapas and naughty croquetas, accompanied by cocktails and French wines. And for lunch, the duo unveil a Basque street-food specialty: taloas! [Read more]
La Noceria, festive restaurant with authentic Iberian tapas and explosive cocktails
Le Sentier has recently opened a festive restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Iberian tapas and explosive cocktails, all in a friendly atmosphere: La Noceria. [Read more]
Blanca, Fernando de Tomaso's stunning Argentinian restaurant with Basque accents
And that's two for chef Fernando de Tomaso who, after Biondi, unveils a stunning new Argentinian address, tinged with Basque accents: Blanca, near Bastille. A wonderful discovery. [Read more]
Maria Belza, Basque cuisine on the Canal Saint-Martin
For a taste of the South-West in Paris, head for Maria Belza. On the program: a good feast with friends, based on Basque specialties to share (or not)! [Read more]
Deux, the first Parisian table from Tiphaine Mollard and Romain Casas
Friends in the city as well as in the kitchen, Tiphaine Mollard and Romain Casas have just opened their first Parisian restaurant with the idea of combining their native Savoie and South-West regions in their dishes. [Read more]
Canard Street, 100% duck street-food in Paris
Duck invites itself to the 2nd arrondissement of Paris. At Canard Street, you'll find duck in all its forms, to the delight of duck lovers! [Read more]
Find the location of all these addresses by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
Where to eat a good cassoulet in Paris? Our good addresses
There's no doubt about it, cassoulet is one of France's favorite dishes for good reason: it's generous, comforting and convivial. To enjoy a good cassoulet in Paris, here are the best addresses! [Read more]
Do you prefer duck breast or duck confit? Here's a list of the best places in Paris to enjoy these traditional dishes from the South-West! [Read more]
Here are our top tips for enjoying home-made foie gras in Paris restaurants. [Read more]
Where to eat a good cassoulet in Paris? Our good addresses
Where to eat a good duck confit or duck breast in Paris? Our good addresses
Where to eat foie gras in Paris? Our best addresses
