Where to eat the best macaroons in Paris?

This little round delicacy, with its crispy shell and melt-in-the-mouth centre, has become a must-try when you visit the capital. But where can you eat the best macaroons in Paris? 

Pierre Hermé

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The reputation of this French pastry chef-chocolatier is well established, having worked with some of the finest pastry houses, including Lenôtre, Fauchon and laDurée, before setting up his own business in 1997. Among all his creations, Chef Pierre Hermé is particularly fond of macaroons, which he sublimates to perfection through a multitude of delicious flavours.

Jean-Paul Hévin 

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Crowned MOF (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) in 1986, Jean-Paul Hévin is now one of France's finest chocolatiers. An ardent defender of French taste and chocolate ‘culture’ in France and around the world, he offers a range of macaroons with different varieties of chocolate ganache hearts.

Sadaharu Aoki Paris

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The most French of Japanese chefs has been practising his art as a master chocolatier and pastry chef in Paris since 1998. Now one of the most sought-after chefs in the world, Sadaharu Aoki has won back-to-back titles as best pastry chef in France and in the C.C.C. chocolate competition, where he has won first prize five years in a row. His unique expertise is reflected in his range of one-of-a-kind macaroons.

Christophe Roussel

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An explorer of flavours and a native of La Baule, where he draws his culinary inspiration, Christophe Roussel is one of France's finest pastry and chocolate chefs. This non-conformist chef turns codes on their head and revisits the classics using high-quality ingredients. His macaroons, like his signature recipe with caramel and Guérande fleur de sel, are a perfect example of this.

Ladurée

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Known and recognised around the world for its macaroons, Ladurée has been the ambassador of this little delicacy since its creation in 1862. A traditional recipe, featuring sugar and almonds, in a range of colours and flavours. 

 

A treat to be enjoyed without moderation!

 

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Rédaction : Amandine Goetz