Paris Secret: Ines's Gourmet Addresses

Heading to carefully chosen places: atmosphere, taste, charm, everything is there. Here are five addresses to try with your eyes closed... or to keep carefully to impress your visiting friends.

 

☕ Le Valentin Jouffroy

📍 30 Passage Jouffroy, 75009 Paris 👉https://www.levalentin.paris/

At the end of Passage Jouffroy, a stone's throw from the Grévin Museum, this retro-charm tea room is a true haven for sweet lovers. Set in a delightfully old-fashioned decor, a selection of homemade pastries as beautiful as they are delicious... The hot chocolate is renowned for its dense and indulgent texture, perfect for autumn afternoons or shopping trips. A dream spot for an elegant and sweet break in a typically Parisian setting. And, a little tip: take the opportunity to visit the nearby Grévin Museum, where you'll see... the wax statue of Ines, simply!

 

🍖 Melt Oberkampf

 

📍 74 Rue de la Folie Méricourt, 75011 Paris 👉 https://www.meltslowsmokedbarbecue.com/melt-oberkampf

 

When Ines talks about a "Texan barbecue in the heart of Paris," she thinks of Melt. Here, the meats are smoked for hours in smokers imported from the United States. The pulled pork is tender as can be, the brisket cuts with a fork, and the ribs stick just enough to the fingers. The atmosphere is friendly, industrial chic, with long tables to share with friends. An address that takes you on a journey without leaving the 11th arrondissement.

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🍞 Chambelland

📍 14 Rue Ternaux, 75011 Paris 👉https://www.chambelland.com/

A true bakery revolution, Chambelland breaks the rules with gluten-free breads that are amazing in taste and texture. Ines loved its artisanal philosophy and quality commitment: rice flours from their own mills, local production, inventive recipes... You find light but indulgent breads and pastries here. The perfect address for those avoiding gluten... or who just want to eat well without compromise.

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🍩 C’est Mon Donuts

📍 1 Rue Gay-Lussac, 75005 Paris 👉https://cestmondonuts.fr/

Lovers of sweets and bright colors, C’est Mon Donuts is your new hangout. Ines spotted it for its pop and generous creations. Here, we don't talk about sad, industrial donuts, but real little edible works of art. It's the place for a joyful break after a walk in the Luxembourg Garden, or for a not-at-all-reasonable snack (and that's a good thing). The hardest part? Choosing just one.

 

🍷 Wadja

📍 10 Rue de la Grande Chaumière, 75006 Paris 👉https://www.wadja.fr/

A classic of the Left Bank updated for today, Wadja is a discreet institution. A Parisian bistro with a slightly literary elegance that Ines loves, it offers a seasonal menu with modernized French accents, a carefully selected natural wine list, and a cozy atmosphere that invites lingering, whether for a romantic dinner or a confidential lunch. Between walls steeped in history and a contemporary plate, it's a perfect alchemy.

 

Conclusion:

Want to experience Paris like a true Parisian? Trust Ines de la Fressange! These addresses embody a certain art of living: flavorful, refined, but never taking themselves too seriously. They are among the little gems you discover by chance... or thanks to Ines's good advice, for whom Paris will always be a dream city. 👉 To find these recommendations and many more, explore the archives dehttps://www.lalettredines.fr/archives a goldmine of Parisian inspirations.