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Local Living in Paris: From Markets to Boulangeries with Andres Medrano
Each arrondissement of Paris contains a dizzying array of boulangeries, markets, and cafes to choose from. With so many options, how does one choose where to dine and drink during a quick trip to Paris? And what's the difference between a brassiere and a bistro? In just one hour, we'll learn about where to go, what to order, and how to navigate the rules of French fine dining.
During our time together, we will also discuss where to find the city's finest wines and authentic champagne. By the end of this lecture, you'll be well-prepared for your next adventure in the City of Light.
Led by a food expert, Andres Medrano, this interactive lecture will combine history, genuine traditions, and suggestions on how to experience the authentic Parisian food culture. Designed to inform curiosity as well as future travels, participants will come away with an increased interest in trying a must-have food and wine experience, shoulder to shoulder with locals.
Andrés has spent more than 14 years in Paris honing his culinary skills and knowledge. Starting in 2008 at the famous FERRANDI, L'école de cuisine et hôtelière, he learned the hard way the fine art of pastry and cuisine, apprenticing in noted Michelin-starred restaurants. Inspired by French cuisine, he then had the opportunity to study alongside European champion chef Olivier Boudot to discover the secrets of French bread-making at the international Cordon Bleu school. Discovering a more epicurean penchant, he then left to study for the globally recognized Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 qualification, the French Wine Scholar, and the Champagne Master-Level program with the highest honors at the French Scholar Guild. He's also a Certified Wine Educator from the Society of Wine Educators. Now, armed with both the skills of a sommelier and culinary nous, he is bringing the disciplines together as a food and wine editor, leading bespoke, fun, relaxed, ‘under the skin of the city' tours around Paris's independent delicatessens & vintners. He co-founded his secret cellar cheese & wine experience at www.wetasteparis.com. Join him in sharing his passion for the traditions, methods & history of arguably the finest cuisine and wine in the world.
This conversation is suitable for all ages.
60 minutes
An hour and a half of pure joy. So much useful information and a terrific PDF to download. I salivated through markets, meals, pastries, wines, and chocolate. Andres even added hotel recommendations. Can’t wait to return to Paris and follow his suggestions. A wonderful presentation….
Not knowing what to expect - I was thrilled with the attention to detail and the great information Andres provided. We have be traveling to Paris yearly for 4 years and he provided us with new place to see and the new places to dine.
Time well spent. I've been to Paris a number of times, but it seems I still had some things to learn about the place. Andres was very well spoken, very personable and very knowledgeable.
I'm a travel advisor based in St. Remy, providing a wide range of experiences to travelers of all types, across Provence and the Cote d'Azur. Many of my clients also visit Paris and everyone is interested in food and wine! I try to stay on top of what's happening in Paris as well as the South of France and this Conversation with Andres was really interesting because he's so engaging and such an expert. So glad I sat in!
A wonderful information packed seminar. So much useful facts and thoughts. Just loved it