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paris_yank:go:paris:eat:start [2024/08/03 11:00] – [Where to Find Great Places to Eat in Paris] parisyankparis_yank:go:paris:eat:start [2024/08/06 12:15] (current) – [Breakfast Habits in Paris] parisyank
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   * Local Parisians are thin. Reasons is following    * Local Parisians are thin. Reasons is following 
   * Light breakfast   * Light breakfast
-  * Light, late lunch+  * Light, long lunch
   * Small snack or drink in the late afternoon   * Small snack or drink in the late afternoon
   * No snacking between meals   * No snacking between meals
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   * No Fast Food   * No Fast Food
  
-===== How a Parisian Never Eats =====+===== How Parisians Never Eat =====
 ...never ever, EVER eat at McDonald's or Dominoes Pizza or Starbucks or KFC or Subway; there are always much, much better places to eat. Plan ahead and read reviews. Experience the best of France. Carefully planned, restaurants can be very reasonably priced. Certainly you can splurge and spend a fortune for an exceptional meal at a top 3 star Michelin restaurants…but also see how the average guy can dine at a Michelin restaurant without breaking the bank. ...never ever, EVER eat at McDonald's or Dominoes Pizza or Starbucks or KFC or Subway; there are always much, much better places to eat. Plan ahead and read reviews. Experience the best of France. Carefully planned, restaurants can be very reasonably priced. Certainly you can splurge and spend a fortune for an exceptional meal at a top 3 star Michelin restaurants…but also see how the average guy can dine at a Michelin restaurant without breaking the bank.
  
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   * **COVID-19 has changed the game**: The pandemic has led many hotels to rethink their breakfast buffet offerings, with some opting for grab-and-go options or à la carte service to prioritize guest safety.   * **COVID-19 has changed the game**: The pandemic has led many hotels to rethink their breakfast buffet offerings, with some opting for grab-and-go options or à la carte service to prioritize guest safety.
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-==== Hotel Breakfast Alternatives ==== +===== Hotel Breakfast Alternatives ===== 
 Instead of eating breakfast at a hotel, pass by the dining room and take a couple pieces of fruit to put into your pocket to eat during your Parisian adventure ''you have already paid for it'' and perhaps grab a quick cup of coffee. Instead of eating breakfast at a hotel, pass by the dining room and take a couple pieces of fruit to put into your pocket to eat during your Parisian adventure ''you have already paid for it'' and perhaps grab a quick cup of coffee.
  
-  * **Parisian Café**: Try a local French café like the French for a croissant and “café crème” [Don't worry dieters, it's actually coffee and milk]. Don't order orange juice as it can be pre-made days in advance waiting for an eager tourist.+  * **Parisian Café**: Try a local French café like the French for a croissant and “café crème” [Don't worry dieters, it's actually coffee and //milk//]. Don't order orange juice as it can be pre-made days in advance waiting for an eager tourist.
    
   * **Patisseries and Boulongeries**: are good stops for breakfast if you are pressed for time or if you are staying at an Airbnb. All serve pastries for take-out. Some will serve beverages like coffee and tea at a small table or bar. Cold canned or bottled drinks are often available. Did you know that at the best boulangeries croissants take __three days__ to prepare? Great purchase at a little more than one euro each. Always ask for a //croissant beure// because sometimes crossants can be made without butter and are usually inferior.   * **Patisseries and Boulongeries**: are good stops for breakfast if you are pressed for time or if you are staying at an Airbnb. All serve pastries for take-out. Some will serve beverages like coffee and tea at a small table or bar. Cold canned or bottled drinks are often available. Did you know that at the best boulangeries croissants take __three days__ to prepare? Great purchase at a little more than one euro each. Always ask for a //croissant beure// because sometimes crossants can be made without butter and are usually inferior.
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   * **Salon de Thé** or Tea House: serves more than tea and pastries. Most serve much of the day, well into the afternoon. Pastries and perhaps tea or French [[eat:paris:Chocolat Chaud]] is terrific for breakfast but also perfect for a late afternoon stop to recuperate from a heavy schedule, to relax and discuss the joy of Paris and think about where to go for dinner.   * **Salon de Thé** or Tea House: serves more than tea and pastries. Most serve much of the day, well into the afternoon. Pastries and perhaps tea or French [[eat:paris:Chocolat Chaud]] is terrific for breakfast but also perfect for a late afternoon stop to recuperate from a heavy schedule, to relax and discuss the joy of Paris and think about where to go for dinner.
  
-  * **American Breakfast** Sure there are several popular breakfast diners that serve American-style breakfasts, if you must. Please avoid Starbucks as there are much better options. Try [[eat:paris:46_3rd]] or [[https://holybellycafe.com/|Holy Belly]] or HD Diner Châtelet or [[https://breakfast-in-america.com/|Breakfast in America - Quartier Latin]]+  * **American Breakfast** Sure there are several popular breakfast diners that serve American-style breakfasts, if you must. Please avoid Starbucks as there are much better options. Try [[eat:paris:46_3rd]] or [[https://holybellycafe.com/|Holy Belly]] or [[https://www.happydaysdiner.com/|Happy Days Diner Châtelet]] or [[https://breakfast-in-america.com/|Breakfast in America - Quartier Latin]]
  
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 +===== Breakfast Habits in Paris =====
 +
 +  * **Timing**:
 +    * Breakfast in Paris is typically a light and quick affair, usually eaten between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
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 +  * **Common Foods**:
 +    * **Bread**: Slices of baguette or toast with butter and jam (confiture) are also very common. The bread is often dipped into coffee or hot chocolate.
 +    * **Pastries**: The quintessential Parisian breakfast often includes pastries such as croissants. More refined pastries are usually reserved for the weekend, especially Sunday. Pastries are bought fresh from a local boulangerie.
 +    * **Dairy**: Yogurt and cheese might be included, although they are less common than pastries and bread.
 +  * **Drinks**:
 +    * **Coffee**: The most popular breakfast drink is [[cafe_coffee|café]] or in English //coffee// that is prepared in many styles but typically served as //café au lait// (coffee with milk), espresso, or //café noir// (black coffee).
 +    * **Tea**: Tea is also a common choice, usually served with milk or lemon.
 +    * **Hot Chocolate**: Known as [[chocolat chaud]], this rich drink is especially popular among children.
 +    * **Juice**: Freshly squeezed orange juice or other fruit juices are sometimes enjoyed. Local servers can often spot visitors because the French do not often order orange juice, coffee and a crossant at a café.
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 +  * **Breakfast at Home vs. a Café Breakfast**:
 +    * **At Home**: Many Parisians have a simple breakfast at home. It is quick and often eaten standing up or on the go.
 +    * **Café**: For those who prefer a more leisurely start to the day, enjoying breakfast at a café is a popular option. Sitting at a café terrace, sipping coffee, and eating a pastry while watching the city wake up is a cherished Parisian experience.
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 +  * **Work Culture**:
 +    * Breakfast is generally not a social or business meal in Paris. It is seen as a personal time to start the day quietly.
 +    * Many Parisians will have their breakfast quickly before heading out to work or school.
 +
 +  * **Portions and Pace**:
 +    * Portions are typically small and the meal is light, as lunch is usually the main meal of the day.
 +    * The pace is usually quick, especially on weekdays. On weekends, breakfast might be more leisurely, especially if enjoyed at a café.
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 +  * **Dietary Preferences**:
 +    * While traditional breakfast foods are most common, there is a growing trend towards healthier options, including whole grain breads, fresh fruit, and granola.
 +
 +Understanding these breakfast habits provides insight into the Parisian approach to the first meal of the day, which balances simplicity and quality, often enjoyed with a good cup of coffee.
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   * **Venues**:    * **Venues**: 
-    * Parisians have various options for lunch, ranging from [[bistros]], [[brasseries]], and [[cafés]] to [[.restaurants:start|Restaurants]] and [[boulangeries]]. Many also opt for takeaway from a [[traiteur]] or grab a quick bite from a [[pâtisserie]].+    * Parisians have various options for lunch, ranging from [[Bistros]], [[Brasseries]], and [[Cafés]] to [[.restaurants:start|Restaurants]] and [[Boulangeries]]. Many also opt for takeaway from a [[Traiteur]] or grab a quick bite from a [[Pâtisserie]].
     * Business lunches are often held in more formal restaurants, while casual lunches with friends or family might take place in bistros or cafés.     * Business lunches are often held in more formal restaurants, while casual lunches with friends or family might take place in bistros or cafés.
  
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 ===== Typical Parisian Dinner ===== ===== Typical Parisian Dinner =====
    
-==== Timing of Dinner ====+==== Timing ====
    
     * Dinner in Paris usually starts later in the evening, typically between 7:30 PM and 9:00 PM. It is often a leisurely affair that can last several hours.     * Dinner in Paris usually starts later in the evening, typically between 7:30 PM and 9:00 PM. It is often a leisurely affair that can last several hours.
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