Food is very important,
not only to the people of Paris, but to the French as a whole.
However, you will find that the cooking style in France has
changed quite a bit... Traditional French cuisine with rich
creamy sauces is not the only thing you'll come across anymore.
Rather, modern French cuisine has become much lighter and
healthier.
All the immigration, specifically from the Middle-east, Indochina,
the Caribbean and the South Pacific have introduced pronounced
ethnic flavours to French cuisine and are a great option for
mealtimes.
Here are some recommended Paris districts to visit when going
out to eat:
• Montparnasee – surrounded by
lovely old buildings that have been recently restored, this
is a great place to find a quaint café and enjoy some
coffee with croissants.
• Montmartre – tourist restaurants
are most common here, but if you look a little harder you
will come across some top restaurants and typical, charming
bistros.
• Belleview – for the distinct
ethnic flavour of North Africa, try this area. The food is
inexpensive, spicy and very tasty.
• Latin Quarter – for more ethnic
fares, try the Latin Quarter featuring both Chinese and Vietnamese,
as well as bistros serving up more traditional menus.
