Paris Montmartre Food Tour with Chef PJ & Lunch Feast

Summary

Montmartre flavors, chef-led tastings, market stories and Paris lunch

You’ll follow Chef PJ through Montmartre’s lively streets, tasting cheeses and charcuterie from local shops before sitting down for a classic Parisian lunch at his own place. Afterward comes a dessert stroll with sweet pastries and sparkling drinks — expect laughter, stories, and maybe even new friends along the way.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the sound of Chef PJ’s laugh echoing off the cobblestones near Moulin Rouge — he pointed out the best spot for a photo, but honestly, I was too busy watching locals rush by with their baguettes tucked underarm. You could smell the bakery before you saw it. PJ pulled out a worn map of Paris and started telling us how Montmartre became this wild mix of artists and food lovers. He grew up here, so every street seemed to mean something to him — he’d pause mid-sentence to wave at someone or point out a tiny detail on a shop sign that I’d have missed.

I thought I knew French cheese, but standing in that tiny fromagerie on our Montmartre food tour, surrounded by wheels stacked like gold coins, I realized I had no clue. PJ explained the cheese regions (there are so many rules), and let us taste one that smelled like wet earth after rain — not what I expected but so good with the bread he bought just up the street. We stopped at a butcher where everyone seemed to know him; he joked with the owner about dinner plans and let us try a slice of saucisson that left my hands oily and my mouth happy. The wine shop was next — I tried repeating the name of a bottle in French, failed miserably, and PJ just grinned.

Lunch happened at his place, which felt more like someone’s home than a restaurant. The coq au vin came out bubbling hot; there was this deep red sauce that clung to everything. We sat around chatting about Paris life while PJ poured wine for everyone who wanted it (non-alcoholic options too). It didn’t feel rushed — actually, time sort of stretched out here. Dessert was a walk: chouquettes dusted with sugar, then chocolate somewhere down another winding street. There were bubbles too (the sparkling kind), which made us all giggle more than we should’ve.

I still think about that afternoon sometimes — how easy it felt to slip into Montmartre’s rhythm when you’re following someone who calls every corner by name. If you’re looking for some polished tour with matching umbrellas or whatever, this isn’t it. But if you want to eat real food with people who live here… well, you’ll probably leave full in more ways than one.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Montmartre and enjoy French cuisine

• Meet and view Moulin Rouge
• Learn to shop like a chef
• Visit wine, butcher, and cheese shops
• See Montmartre Windmill
• Feast at Chef PJ's restaurant
• Dessert stroll with bubbles

Top questions

How long does the Montmartre food tour last?

The experience covers breakfast through dessert over several hours, including shopping stops and lunch.

Is lunch included on Chef PJ's Montmartre food tour?

Yes, lunch is included and prepared by Chef PJ at his restaurant during the tour.

Are vegetarian options available?

Vegetarian options are available upon request; just mention dietary needs when booking.

Does this Paris food tour include wine tasting?

Yes, there is a wine lesson and tasting included during your visit to a local shop.

Can children join this Montmartre food tour?

Infants can join in strollers; alcohol only served to those 16+ with parental permission.

What dishes might be served for lunch?

You may try French classics like Coq au Vin or Beef Bourguignon prepared by Chef PJ.

Is pickup included for this Paris food tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; meeting point details will be provided after booking.

Are desserts part of the experience?

Yes, after lunch there’s a dessert stroll featuring chouquettes and chocolate plus sparkling drinks.

What’s included

Your day includes breakfast pastry and coffee in Montmartre, stops at specialty shops for tastings of French cheese, charcuterie and wine (with lessons from Chef PJ), followed by a leisurely lunch at his restaurant featuring classic dishes. Afterward you’ll enjoy a dessert walk with sweets and bubbles before finishing up nearby — all guided by someone who truly knows these streets.