Paris: Private Food Tour with 10 Tastings & Local Guide

Summary

Cheese boards, winding streets and laughter in Paris

You’ll join a local foodie for a private walk through Paris’ lively 4th arrondissement and Jewish quarter, tasting cheese boards, meats, fresh quiche Lorraine and sweet crêpes along the way. Between bites you’ll hear stories about the city’s history and daily life — plus get tips on how to order like a real Parisian. It’s honest fun with plenty of flavor.

What’s the experience like?

"Try this one — it’s my favorite," our guide Camille said, handing me a little slice of cheese that looked harmless but honestly smelled like feet (in the best way). We’d just ducked into a tiny fromagerie off Rue des Rosiers in the Pletzl, Paris’ old Jewish quarter. The air was cool and sharp with all those cheeses packed together. I remember the shopkeeper grinning at my hesitation — Parisians have this way of making you feel both clumsy and welcome at the same time.

We wandered between bites, sometimes following Camille’s stories about the Marais or how her grandmother made quiche Lorraine (which we tried later — still warm, flaky crust). It wasn’t just food; it was people chatting in rapid French outside cafés, the clang of a tram somewhere nearby, and that feeling you get when you realize you’re actually here. There was a stop for crêpes where I tried to order in French and totally messed up — Camille laughed and corrected me gently. That moment stuck with me more than the sugar on my lips.

The private food tour in Paris included ten tastings — honestly, I lost count after the fourth or fifth because everything blurred into one long delicious afternoon. Meat slices with peppery edges, pastries so buttery they almost melted before you bit them, even a sip of something local that I couldn’t pronounce. In between food stops we saw city highlights: Hôtel de Ville’s grand facade looming over busy squares, narrow alleys suddenly opening onto sunlight. The day felt both planned and spontaneous. I didn’t expect to learn so much about Paris just by eating my way through it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Paris food and culture

• Visit Pletzl Jewish quarter
• Taste 6 or 10 local foods
• Try quiche Lorraine and crêpe
• Discover city highlights between stops

Top questions

How many tastings are included on this Paris private food tour?

You can choose between 6 or 10 food and drink tastings depending on your booking option.

Does the tour include vegetarian options?

Yes, vegetarian alternatives are available if you message your host in advance about dietary requirements.

Where does the food tour take place in Paris?

The tour focuses on the Pletzl (Jewish quarter) in the 4th arrondissement and nearby areas.

Is this a private food tour or will there be other groups?

This is a private tour — only you and your local guide will join.

Are infants or small children allowed on this tour?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the tour.

What kind of foods will I try on this Paris food tour?

You’ll taste cheeses, meats, quiche Lorraine, crêpes, pastries and local drinks hand-picked by your guide.

Are public transportation options available near the meeting point?

Yes, public transportation is available nearby for easy access to the starting point.

What’s included

Your day includes a private multilingual local foodie guide leading you through six or ten hand-picked tastings of high-quality local products (depending on your booking), including cheese boards with three types of cheese plus two types of meat, fresh quiche Lorraine and sweet crêpes. You’ll also see city highlights between stops. Vegetarian alternatives are available if requested ahead of time. The experience is carbon-neutral and suitable for all fitness levels — just bring your appetite.