Paris: St Germain Food Tour with Cheeses, Foie Gras & Wine

Summary

Stroll Saint-Germain’s streets tasting cheeses wine and pastries

You’ll wander Saint-Germain’s lively streets with a local guide who knows every bakery and bistro by heart. Taste French cheeses, foie gras, fine wines, and pastries—including a secret dish you’ll be thinking about long after. Expect laughter, new flavors, and real stories between bites—the kind of afternoon that lingers.

What’s the experience like?

We met just outside the metro in Saint-Germain-des-Prés—honestly, I was still shaking off the morning. Our guide, Camille, waved us over with a half-eaten croissant in hand (she said she couldn’t resist). The air smelled like rain on old stone and something sweet from the bakery next door. We started weaving through these narrow medieval streets—at one point I nearly tripped on a cobblestone—and Camille pointed out how the buildings changed from old to grand Haussmann style in just a few blocks. She knew everyone; people nodded or called out “Salut!” as we passed. It felt less like a tour and more like tagging along with a local friend who happened to know all the best food stops.

First stop: cheese shop. If you’ve never tried five types of French cheese before noon, well… it’s an experience. The guy behind the counter handed me something creamy and strong—I wish I remembered the name—and laughed when I tried to pronounce it. There was fresh bread that crackled when you broke it open and slices of cured meats that melted away almost too fast. Camille poured us little glasses of red wine (she said it pairs better than white for this cheese) and told stories about how Parisian tastes have changed over centuries. I didn’t expect to learn so much about food history between bites.

I lost count of how many pastries we tried—macarons, choux buns, those shortbread cookies that crumble everywhere (my jacket pocket still smells faintly buttery). At one point we ducked into a tiny chocolate shop where everything looked too pretty to eat. There was a “secret dish” at the end—I won’t spoil it—but let’s just say I’m still thinking about it days later. The whole afternoon felt unhurried; we wandered, tasted, laughed at my attempts to order in French (Camille grinned every time), and even ended up sharing ice cream under a tree near Bois de Boulogne because someone needed to sit down after all that food.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Saint Germain and Chocolate Pastry Tour

• Start at St-Germain-Des-Prés
• Explore medieval streets and Haussmann buildings
• Learn about local life and gastronomy history
• Taste artisanal chocolates and crepes
• Enjoy macarons and award-winning pastries
• Sample creamiest ice-creams

Top questions

How long does the Paris St Germain Food Tour last?

The duration isn’t specified but expect several hours with multiple stops and walking between locations.

Is lunch included on the Saint-Germain food tour?

The tour includes tastings of cheeses, meats, foie gras, bread, pastries, macarons, chocolates, wine and a secret dish—it’s more than enough for lunch.

Does this Paris food tour include wine?

Yes, the tour features fine French wines as part of several tastings.

Are vegetarian or dietary needs accommodated?

You should contact the provider in advance so they can cater for dietary requirements as best they can.

How much walking is involved in this Saint-Germain food tour?

The tour involves a fair amount of walking on cobblestone streets; comfortable shoes are recommended.

Is public transportation nearby for this Paris food tour?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the meeting point in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

Can infants join this Paris food tour?

Infants are welcome but must sit on an adult’s lap during the tour.

What’s included

Your day includes guided walks through Saint-Germain-des-Prés with plenty of stops for French cheeses (five kinds!), foie gras, cured meats and fresh bread; fine wines and sparkling wine; authentic macarons; choux pastries; shortbread cookies; artisanal chocolates; seasonal ice cream or pastries; plus a surprise secret dish—all led by someone who really knows their way around these Parisian flavors.