Le petit Verdot
A bit of love and good wine, a classic of the Parisian bistro
A stroll down the rue du Cherche Midi
The tone is set - here, the Parisian hours tick by at an almost meridional pace.
Walk in wonder under the mascarons of the impressive and incredibly well preserved Hôtel de Choiseul- Praslin (now the Banque de France), a testament to the district’s noble roots.
Or venture into the courtyard of the Hôtel de Marcilly to admire the superb ironwork, before revelling in a daydream on the walls of the little Hôtel de Montmorency.
Parting from this district where time stands still is such sweet sorrow, but not before a stop in front of the pediment of no.56, where the carved inscription reads: “Midi vrai de Paris” (Paris' true midday). A ray of sunshine that will light up your day whatever the weather.
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Bustling and family friendly, the district is filled with charming little boutiques and unique restaurants.
Simplicity and energy are a convention here, where good food is enjoyed without any fuss in local bistros and watering holes like Le Petit Verdot, Le Cherche-midi and Le Troquet.
Big names like Pierre Gagnaire’s Anicia and Sauvage bring a gourmet touch to the district.
Those with a sweet tooth and bakery aficionados, meanwhile, will be in seventh heaven at Poilâne, a favourite among residents, and Colorova, popular for an afternoon treat.
Take time out for yourself at Mamie Gâteaux, Ten Belles and Café Trama, get a taste of the sun and the Basque Coast at Maison Pariès, enjoy the feel of Naples at Mimi or take a trip to Asia as reinvented by Pierre Sang, topped off with a pinch of sugar at Maison du Mochi.
The abundant little shops, all archetypes of the district, are both delightful and original, like La Cerise sur le Chapeau or the Cherche-midi hardware store.
A bit of love and good wine, a classic of the Parisian bistro
A Japanese pastry packed with flavors from the land of the rising sun, such as matcha and anko (sweet red bean) paste. Gluten-free, 100% plant-based and fat-free.
Inaugurated by Jacques Copeau in 1913 to replace the former Théâtre Athénée-Saint-Germain, the venue has enjoyed a rich and eventful history. Since 1993, it has been a member of the Comédie-Française.
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