Delicious Afternoon Tea in Paris: 5 Must-Try Sweet Restaurants

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Travel Life Network Editorial Department
 
As the capital of the “country of fashion and cuisine,” Paris boasts a wide variety of restaurants and delicacies. Among this rich culinary scene, Paris is home to world-class pastry chefs, though not every dessert sold at every shop is worth flying all the way to Paris for. Below, we’ve compiled a list of the top five most worthwhile sweet restaurants in Paris in 2015.
 
Pierre Hermé
 
Renowned not only for its handcrafted, delicious signature macarons but also as a world-famous patisserie, Pierre Hermé is led by Parisian pastry chef Pierre Hermé, who is truly peerless in the world of desserts. From exquisitely crafted Isfahan pastries and limited-edition sweets to fragrant chocolate confections, Pierre Hermé is undoubtedly one of the most talented pastry chefs in all of Paris.

Toshi Yoroizuka
 
Having won various culinary awards, Toshi Yoroizuka belongs to an era in the food world that emphasizes flavor pairing and “minimalism.” Though his creations may have simple designs, they deliver extraordinary flavors—especially his signature green tea cookies, which are an absolute must-try.

Ladurée
 
This patisserie is Pierre Hermé’s main rival, and Ladurée sees itself as a “fabricant de douceur” (manufacturer of sweetness). The debate over whose macarons are better—Pierre Hermé’s or Ladurée’s—still continues, but Ladurée’s charming small patisserie and colorful desserts are definitely worth savoring both for their appearance and taste.