“It annoys me to see all these people queuing at Ladurée. All for macaroons. But hey, I hear they’re good” sang the wacky Helmut Fritz with his hit “Ça m’énerve”! But years later, nothing has changed, and tourists and the French still love it just as much macaroons. Gone are the days of industrial macaroons. At Paris Secret, we invite you to taste the best macaroons in Paris. With their rounded curves and infinitely variable flavors, these rainbow-colored sweet delights are sure to please. Crunchy shells, melt-in-the-mouth fillings… this great classic of French patisserie has everything to please. But where, dear gourmets, can you find the best macaroons in the capital? Follow the guide!
The must-sees : pierre Hermé macaroons
It is one of Chef Pierre Hermé’s favorite playgrounds. You’ll recognize it: the macaroon! While this little pastry delicacy requires real expertise, the macaron lends itself to infinite creativity. In Paris, Maison Pierre Hermé invites you to sample two selections of gourmet treats. These include “must-have” macaroons such as Ispahan, Infiniment Vanille de Madagascar and Infiniment Chocolat Paineiras. With its “Origines” collection, Pierre Hermé offers infinitely gourmet creations for tasting. Try the Infiniment Praliné coffee macaron or the Infiniment Citron Vert. With his unrivalled combinations of flavours, Pierre Hermé promises excellence and an escape for the senses.
📍39 Av. de l’Opéra, 75002 Paris
The most chocolatey: macaroons from Jean-Paul Hévin in Paris
He is one of the most renowned artisan chocolatiers: Jean-Paul Hévin! By the way, if you’d like to try our best hot chocolates in Paris jean-Paul Hévin is THE reference. Online and in his Parisian stores, the Chef offers a whole range of exceptional chocolates and pastries. Such is the case with its award-winning macaroons. With Jean-Paul Hévin’s macaroons, chocolate is king. From the crème brûlée macaron with vanilla cream / milk chocolate caramel ganache to the Pablino with dark chocolate Grand Cru du Pérou, get ready for an explosion of flavours in your mouth!
📍35 Bd Haussmann, 75009 Paris
The iconic macaroons from Ladurée Paris
For years, it’s not for nothing that the queues at Ladurée have seemed endless. In Paris, Maison Ladurée is a veritable institution. Here, gourmets indulge in iconic delicacies: the legendary macaroons! You’ll be seduced by the boxes in the house colors, with their assortments of iconic flavors. And to (indulge) yourself at Ladurée, create your own custom-made box by choosing the color of the case and the fragrances. Vanilla, passion fruit, almond, strawberry, pineapple or licorice macaroons… Ladurée never ceases to delight and surprise our taste buds!
📍21 Rue Bonaparte, 75006 Paris
The most Parisian: Carette macaroons
In Paris, the tea rooms Carette are true institutions. Places that epitomize the French art of living, where you can relax and unwind breakfast a coffee, a snack… In the heart of these historic tearooms so popular with Instagrammers, beauty and goodness come together. You can sit on the terrace and enjoy the truly excellent macaroons, or take them for a quick bite to eat on a Parisian stroll…
📍7 Pl. du Tertre, 75018 Paris
The most exotic: macaroons from Sadaharu Aoki
Japanese pastry chef Sadaharu Aoki has been excelling in his field in Paris for over 20 years. To the delight of our taste buds, the talented Chef revisits this classic French pastry with a Japanese twist. What’s on the menu? Macaroons with Matcha tea, Yuzu or hojicha roasted tea, to name but a few. Right now, to celebrate Hanami, the cherry blossom festival sadaharu Aoki invites you to try his Sakura macaroon! Halfway between France and the Land of the Rising Sun: an escape for the senses!
📍103 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris
The must-haves: macaroons from the Maison Lenôtre in Paris
The caterer: ours or yours? No, we’re not going to replay the cult scene from “La vérité si je mens” – we’re talking about Lenôtre! In Paris, Maison Lenôtre offers a whole range of delicious macaroons in classic flavours. Coffee macaroon, raspberry, caramel & Guérande salt, chocolate ganache, jasmine, Madagascar Bourbon vanilla… The flavours are subtle and the macaroons delicate. A special occasion to celebrate? Lenôtre prepares elegant pyramids of assorted macaroons that will make everyone agree.
📍48 Av. Victor Hugo, 75016 Paris
The most amazing : Visit World of Macaroons
For lovers of unusual flavours! For a change from the classics, Le Monde du Macaron unveils some surprising flavors! And for added variety, there are even sweet and savoury macaroons! Try our goat’s cheese basil, chorizo, lime cactus, fois gras pimento or Roquefort macaroons! On the sweet side, Les Monde du Macaron also promises to amaze. We’re particularly fond of tarte tatin, rum raisin, pomme d’amour, Nutella, champagne and cotton candy macaroons! Enjoy!
📍30 Av. d’Italie, 75013 Paris