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Image of ham and cheese sandwich-the croque monsieur at the grocery store

How did le Croque-Monsieur get its name?

by Colleen's Paris January 15, 2022
Dining, Cafés & BakeriesLife in Paris written by Colleen's Paris

Le croque-monsieur (croak-missyou) is THE real French sandwich. It is not just a ham and cheese sandwich made with two pieces of bread. It is toasted and it is famous. Le croque-monsieur is one particular sandwich that has made it’s way from the brasserie and bistro to the microwave in …

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January 15, 2022 0 comments
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The Food Lover’s Guide to Paris: Tempting!

by Colleen's Paris December 3, 2019
Books, Reviews & GuidesStart Your Paris Visit written by Colleen's Paris

When is the last time you read a food guide in one sitting? The Food Lovers’s Guide to Paris is the first food book I ever read cover to cover in one day. I can personally recommend it and say, “delightfully delicious”.  You are introduced to the book with a …

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December 3, 2019 0 comments
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Baking competition Taste of Paris

A Satisfying Taste of Paris

by Colleen's Paris February 13, 2016
Life in ParisShopping & Markets & Events written by Colleen's Paris

Taste festivals came to Paris for the second time between February 11 and 14, 2016. I was at Taste of Paris under the nave of the Grand Palais today. Here is what you will find if you have tickets: Food experiments for purchase, some free tastings and a fun atmosphere. …

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February 13, 2016 0 comments
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Please do not touch the lettuce written on a blackboard

Paris Food Markets and more….

by Colleen's Paris November 10, 2011
Life in ParisShopping & Markets & Events written by Colleen's Paris

Food Markets in Paris Visit the Paris Mayor’s market page-food, crafts, flea and more for opening times or click on the market basket on the home page. The day and hours information is kept current. Translate the page in your browser to English. Key words to understand from the Paris …

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November 10, 2011 0 comments
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Cheesecake from Schwartz's Deli with Philadelphia Cream Cheese

My Coiffeuse Wants A Cheesecake Recipe

by Colleen's Paris March 9, 2011
Dining, Cafés & BakeriesLife in Paris written by Colleen's Paris

Sometimes when you travel, the urge to eat something familiar causes a craving. Craving cheesecake? When it came up in a conversation, I realized that (1) I wanted a piece of cheesecake and (2) it seems to be quite popular in Paris. I decided it is time for a cheesecake …

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