09/30/17 by Paris-Travel | 75004, Blog, Cafe/Coffee, Food, French Culture, Paris Restaurant, Website, What to drink in Paris, What to eat, Where to eat in Paris | Comments Off on Le Loir Dans le Theiere (favourite Tea Salon)
Le Loir Dans le Theiere Cafe / Restaurant
My old-time favourite Tea House / Salon de The
Le Loir Dans le Theiere became one of my favourite places when I lived in Paris in the late 1980s, and I’ve heard that the name of this Tea Salon came from an unlucky dormouse which was thrown into a teapot during the Mad Hatter’s feast in Alice in Wonderland story.
THE DORMOUSE IN THE TEAPOT
3 rue des Rosiers – 75004 Paris
Monday to Sunday 9 a.m. to 7.30 p.m.
Now in 2017, I still visit this gorgeous tea salon when I am in Paris each year, and I want to share it with you. This warm and cozy space is decorated with trinkets and knick knacks (odds and ends) and the aroma of the delicious gourmet cuisine (pies, large salads) wafts by and makes the mouth water. Keep an eye out for the dozens of pastries which include the incredible lemon meringue pie and the chocolate fondant cake.
Come weekends, it’s hard to find a spot to sit as the place is filled with tourists who come for brunch. You may find yourself waiting for quite some time, so remember — you can’t make a Reservation, so come early (well before noon) or you may have to wait in the street.
I personally prefer this quaint corner during the week, when there are fewer tourists and crowds. Have fun – let me know if you check it out!
Le Loir Dans le Théière
3 rue des Rosiers
75004 Paris
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I’m excited to tell you I’ve started planning my next trip to Paris – woohoo! July 2018 sounds like a great plan — can you meet me there? I’ve got my fingers’ crossed!
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06/20/13 by Paris-Travel | Food, Q and A, Website | Comments Off on How do I buy cheese in Paris?
Chatelle’s question: “How do I buy cheese in Paris?”
When Chatelle wrote and asked me about buying cheese, it brought back memories of the markets and the Fromageries (cheese shops) in Paris.
Teena, finally June 2013 has arrived and in 2 weeks I head for Paris. Cannot wait.
I do have, I suppose, a silly question: I will be wanting to purchase Baguettes and cheese.
How do I buy the cheese? do I ask for a portion, slice, or what.
Here in the USA I can order several at 1/4 to 1/2 pound. Pounds aren’t in France LOL.
Any suggestions?
Thanks for your reply! Chatelle
Teena’s answer
Hi there Chatelle,
OOOOooohhh how exciting! You’re almost in Paris!
Excellent question – (never silly!) and as with everything, there are several ways to do this.
One pound converts to 453 grams, but I take that up to 500 grams just to make it easy when I’m trying to calculate it in my head whilst shopping.
Roughly speaking:
- 2 pounds in weight is 907 grams, so close enough to one kilo
- 1 pound in weight is about half a kilo (500 grams)
- half a pound is about a quarter of a kilo (250 gm)
If you’re comfortable with trying to speak French, here are some suggestions.
Your questions could be:
Converting as you go:
- “A pound of cheese please (approximately 500 grams).” = “Cinq cent (500) grammes de fromage, s’il vous plait.”
- “Half a pound of cheese please (250 grams).” = “Deux cent cinquant (250) grammes de fromage, s’il vous plait.”
- “Quarter of a pound of cheese please (125 grams).” = “Cent vingt-cinq (125) grammes de fromage, s’il vous plait.”
If you’re not too comfortable speaking French, you could create some cards for your wallet, and write in thick marker pen, the amounts in grams, e.g. 100 grams, 200 grams etc.
Show these to the shopkeeper and point to the cheese (fromage) of your choice. You can also say the name if you can read it, and if you’re ok with that – Camembert, Brie, etc – they should all have their names written on them in the window etc.
I do hope this helps! I’m looking forward to hearing from you about all the things you love about Paris — wave to the Eiffel Tower and say hello from me, OK?
Bon voyage! Have a great trip!
Teena
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03/09/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Food | Comments Off on 15 Ways to say Coffee in Paris
Want to know how to pronounce ‘coffee’ in French?
I’ve just created a little video so you can listen to me pronouncing the different ways to ask for coffee in Paris.
From strong shots of espresso to bowls of milky coffee goodness at breakfast time, there’s something here for everyone.
And there are even tips from my readers!
Pop over to the Paris Coffee and Cafés page to get started …
10/18/09 by Paris-France | Blog, Food | Comments Off on Buying Chinese Groceries in Paris
Whether you’re in Paris as a tourist or a local, and you’d like to buy some Chinese groceries then a great place to start is TANG FRERES (Tang Brothers).
The main store is located in the 13th arrondissement, and you can buy coconut milk, lacquered duck, tofu, Lychee juice, curry, fresh Asian fruits and vegetables and all your Chinese grocery needs.
It’s packed on weekends so get there early to avoid the crowds.
Tang Freres
Supermarché (supermarket)
48 Ave d’Ivry
75013 Paris
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The map to Tang Freres:
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There are other places to buy Chinese groceries, which I’ll add whenever I find them. Enjoy!
09/29/09 by Paris-France | Blog, Food | Comments Off on Great delicatessen at Voltaire 75011
On a recent trip to Paris I rented a fabulous 2 bedroom apartment in Boulevarde Voltaire in the 11th arrondissement, and we were so close to everything! Bakeries (boulangeries), pastry shops (patisseries), butchers (boucheries), and my favourite – a marvellous delicatessen (artisan Charcutier Traiteur) filled with mouthwatering tasty treats.
My friends and I shopped here regularly during our month and got to know the owners quite well.
We tasted the most amazing ham off the bone, vegetable in brines and sauces, delicious patés, cheese and vine-ripened tomatoes (tomates). We had several fabulous picnics both in the apartment and on our daily jaunts – yum!
If you’re ever near Metro Voltaire, it’s a one minute walk to RONCERET at 138 rue de la Rocquette. You won’t regret it :-)
Say “Hi from Teena the Australian silk artist” – perhaps they’ll remember me!
Ph. Ronceret
138 rue de la Rocquette
75011 Paris
Metro : Voltaire – Exit: rue de la Rocquette
10 minute walk from Bastille along fabulous little rue de la Rocquette
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