Colorful, whimsical illustration of a Parisian dessert parade featuring iconic treats from Poilâne, Lenôtre, Cédric Grolet, and Yann Couvreur—floating above the Eiffel Tower like sugary balloons in a pastry dream.

Sweet Tooth in Paris: A Dream and No Jaws (1/5): Poilâne, Lenôtre, Cedric Grolet, Yann Couvreur & More

From flaky apple tarts to Michelin-level raspberry fantasies, Paris is a sweet tooth’s playground. We dish on the hits (Poilâne, Lenôtre, Grolet, Couvreur) and the misses (sorry, chausson!)—so you know where to wander, drool, and indulge.

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Close-up of a raspberry-shaped tart from Cédric Grolet Opéra on a café table, surrounded by pastry tools and floral accents—symbolizing artistic, fruit-first French desserts.

Cédric Grolet Opéra: It’s Not Overhype. It’s Genius—and a Pastry Symphony

We expected overhype. We got genius. From sculpted raspberry tarts to surprisingly efficient service, Cédric Grolet Opéra delivers a flavor symphony—just skip the flan. Here's the full bite-by-bite breakdown.

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