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The book that cracks the code, from the incomparable Patricia Wells. An acclaimed authority on French cuisine, Ms. Wells has spent more than 30 years in Paris, many as former restaurant critic for The International Herald Tribune. Now her revered Food Lover’s Guide to Paris is back in a completely revised, brand-new edition.

In 457 entries―345 new to this edition, plus 112 revisited and reviewed classics―The Food Lover’s Guide to Paris offers an elegantly written go-to guide to the very best restaurants, cafés, wine bars, and bistros in Paris, as well as where to find the flakiest croissants, earthiest charcuteries, sublimest cheese, most ethereal macarons, and impeccable outdoor markets. The genius of the book is Ms. Wells’s meritocratic spirit. Whether you’re looking for a before-you-die Michelin three-star experience (Guy Savoy, perhaps, or Restaurant Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée) or wanting to sample the new bistronomy (Bistrot Paul Bert, Le Comptoir du Relais) or craving something simple and perfect (L’As du Fallafel, or Breizh Café for crêpes), Patricia Wells tells you exactly where to go and why you should go there. You no longer have to rely on the iffy “reviews” of Yelp or Trip Advisor.

Included are 40 recipes from some of her favorite chefs and purveyors and, of course, all the practical information: addresses, websites, email, hours, closest métro stop, specialties, and more.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Workman Publishing Company; 5th edition (March 11, 2014)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 448 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0761173382
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0761173380
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.65 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1 x 9 inches
Reviewer: A Cook in Lansing
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Beautifully written and incredibly informative
Review: Not only does this book include some awesome recipes, but having just returned from Paris I was amazed to find so many spot-on and timely recommendations. I had downloaded the Patricia Wells Food Lover's Guide to Paris on my iPhone before my journey and found it very helpful. This is an even more comprehensive version of that with recipes to boot. Bravo!

Reviewer: GMA
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Excellent guide
Review: As a frequent traveler to Paris (leaving in a few days) I wanted an update guide. The book did direct me to new and exciting places. I did dislike the break up of the sections, preferring as it is in other guides that the bistros, bars, shops etc. were grouped by location so that I could plan my dining and shopping without searching through the assorted section to coordinate each arrondissements adventures. Definitely an exceptional guide written by an excellent author. I love all of Ms. Wells books.

Reviewer: Brite Lite Books-Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Patricia Wells did it again!
Review: I've had a couple of wonderful French recipe books written by Patricia Wells and loved them. A couple of months ago, a young friend of mine said she wanted to go to Paris with me next year. I go often, so I kind of know my way around, and as far as I'm concerned, there's no such thing as going too often to Paris! Since my friend is a "foodie" and swears I'm one too, she wants to go to as many patisseries, boulangeries, fromageries, etc., we can fit in. I thought I'd check Amazon and see what books they had on the subject. Turns out that Patricia Wells' most recently edited and updated version of The Food Lover's Guide to Paris (2014) had just shown up on Amazon, so I grabbed it fast! It's wonderful, of course, and I second all the comments other reviewers have made regarding the previous edition. I think I particularly like the fact that the sections are broken into the different arrondisements, which seems like a really great idea. You'll spend hours reading this book, from cover to cover. Tons of photos, recipes, etc. I can't imagine anyone reading this book and not wanting to fly to Paris - of which I heard Arthur Frommer say years ago is "The most glorious city in the world!" Truer words were never spoken!

Reviewer: Barbara
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A must-have guide to the best places to eat and shop for food & supplies in Paris
Review: Updated and full of detailed information on restaurants, bistros, cafes, The best pastry shops and food emporiums, as well asplaces to buy cooking equipment. Get the inside scoop on where to find the best ice cream in Paris. The well-known and known-only-to-insiders spots are lovingly described, so visitors will not miss out on the very best Paris has to offer, As an armchair travel guide, I am transported to the neighborhoods of Paris in a most delicious way,

Reviewer: D
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title: recommendations were not helpful
Review: not helpful and several of the recommendations were repetitive (mini--chains). many of the recommendations were poorly reviewed on Yelp (although Yelp is not always a good rating system for international trips). I wish I could get my money back. waste of money.

Reviewer: vanderwal
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Updated Version is a Gem
Review: I have two previous versions of this book and have loved them. I was getting worried that there would not be a new edition, but not only is there a new edition there is a lot that has been updated. Paris seems to have changed quite a bit since the last book came out and this new guide picks up all of that. It looks like many if not most of the recipes in the book are new as well, I have liked most everything I have tried from them.I have used them prior to trips to Paris to set an itinerary of where to eat and shop in various neighborhoods. I have taken them with me on trips, but keep them in the hotel as they are a bit large to carry about. This new edition is about the same size and will likely get treated in the same manner.

Reviewer: K. Giordano
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Overall it looks like a good primer with more information than you would ...
Review: Arrived quickly. Overall it looks like a good primer with more information than you would ever need. I haven't tried out any of the restaurants yet so I don't know how accurate it is. It is nicely broken down by category, then by arrondisment. She also provides examples of what to order which seems like they will be helpful.

Reviewer: RosesRed
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Our Go-To Book in Paris
Review: I owned a previous edition of this book and used it for a trip to Paris in 1995. Using that book as our guide, we gathered supplies in specialty markets near our hotel for a picnic in a local park. This book made it easy to do because it's arranged by category - for example: cheese shops, chocolate shops, street markets. In each category it's divided by arrondisement, so where ever you are, you can find what you need. Since we were planning another trip to Paris this year (2015), we got this newest edition. We are happy we did because there are a lot of new entries. Once again, it was our go-to book.

Reviewer: G. L.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I have only browsed and read a few pages from the book but I can tell that it is full of rich food & beverage information and where to find it. Each chapter has a small intro. That gives you the pertinent information on the topic; I like the one on Fromageries (cheese shops)

Reviewer: Lillian Gish
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: No one can compete with Patricia Wells when it comes to writing about food in Paris. I used to love her restaurant reviews in the International Herald Tribune and there really is no culinary corner of Paris that she hasn't discovered. This book is not just about restaurants, bistros, cafes and bars, but also the many specialist food shops and also Paris's wonderful markets. A great reference book, but also a really great read or a book to dip into to pass an idle moment. Anyone who loves food or loves Paris or both will love this book.

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: It was great to receive the updated food lovers guide to Paris. It makes a great reference covering just about everything food and wine related. Scattered throughout the book are some classic recipes as well.

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: comprehensive and easy to read

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Very good guide to places to eat and drink in Paris. A new edition should include a map of arrondisements, which is missing from the one I bought.