Whether they are made in France or in Paris, there is no shortage of artisanal products in the capital! Shops, workshops, factories: take a glance at artisanal products in Paris.
Each year the ‘Made in Paris’ label is awarded to a handful of outstanding artisans with a proven record of Parisian production. For the period 2020-2021 this accounted for 331. Amongst these, three favourites of the public and 15 distinguished by the accreditation panel, which we disclose to you in this article.
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Everyone knows that Paris and gastronomy go together. Artisanal products can be found on the corner every street, in top restaurants and small bistros. What’s more, many local shops, grocery shops, butcher's shops, cheese shops, bakeries, or chocolate shops, coffee makers and breweries are all hugely popular. Isn't it said that it is in Paris that one eats the best pastries?
For cheese fans, the Laiterie de la Chapelle, 72 rue Philippe Girard is the place to enjoy products labelled ‘Made in Paris’. Le Labat (favourite of the public in 2020), an ash-coated goat's cheese with a unique taste, is to be savoured at the Laiterie de Paris, 74 rue des Poissonniers. At 41 rue du Faubourg du Temple, Paroles de Fromagers is delighted to welcome and pass on to its customers the French know-how that goes into making and tasting cheese. Just a few minutes from Les Halles, Saisons Fromagerie welcomes those with a passion for local produce. Its selection of wines, cheeses and jams means you can organise aperitifs to suit your tastes.
In search of outstanding products? Head to Comptoir de la Tour d’Argent and the Boulanger de la Tour, two brands where you will have the opportunity to discover unique, high-quality products from the celebrated La Tour d’Argent restaurant.
Sweet-toothed fans will drool over the chocolatiers of top chefs: chez Cyril Lignac, 25 rue de Chanzy, or in one of the Parisian shops of Chocolat Alain Ducasse.
As for drinks, Paris is not to be outdone! As can be seen by the many artisanal brewers that have sprung up in recent years: la Baleine, la Batignolle, la Goutte d’Or, la Parisis, la BAPBAP and the Paname Brewing Company. You will find these beers at all good wine merchants and bistros in the Paris region.
Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Paris, Brasserie de la Goutte d'Or has been creating craft beers with character since 2012. Specialising in seasonal-style beers, it offers refreshing and unique creations. Its friendly bar and sunny terrace are perfect for a relaxing break in the heart of Paris.
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Parisian arts and crafts also include ready-to-wear, accessories and jewellery. Be on the lookout in shopping districts: there are designer boutiques everywhere! Such as: Nadine Delépine, whose works are labelled ‘Made in Paris’ and Or du Monde, an expert in ethical and eco-responsible handcrafted jewellery.
Eugène Griotte is a porcelain workshop in the Goutte d'Or district of Paris, specialising in the creation of handmade objects, with a strong commitment to local and ecological production.
Fans of berets should will adore Laulhère, in Faubourg Saint-Honoré, whose signature berets are made in accordance with traditional know-how in the south-west of France. Looking for an original souvenir of Paris? Head for Les Toits Parisiens : a boutique-workshop where you can learn all about slate and zinc! Come and create your own unique and authentic object right in the heart of the Marais district.
Would you like to support young designers? The dazzling boutique Bleu Simone, at 81 boulevard Voltaire is decked out with colourful earrings by Fabrique d’Antoinette, headbands and bows by Wax Etc, as well as leather goods and decorative objects in resolutely contemporary tones. A must!
Empreintes, the arts and crafts concept store in the heart of the Marais district, celebrates exceptional craftsmanship by offering unique and sensitive creations, crafted with passion by French artisans.
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Want to freshen up your interior decor? The concept store Empreinte, at 5 rue de Picardie, gives pride of place to arts and crafts. It is a wonderful place with lots to see and that you never get tired of strolling around.
If you are in the 9th arrondissement, there is the Marché de la Création Bastille, held every Saturday from 10am to 6pm on Boulevard Richard Lenoir. It is home to a large number of artists and artisans in painting, engraving, photography and ceramics.
Also to discover, two products awarded by the ‘Made in Paris’ label's accreditation panel in 2020:
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How would you like to take part in an artisan’s workshop so that they can pass on their knowledge to you? Wood, leather, ceramic, plant, textile, glass, food products or metal: with the workshops WeCanDoo, you can discover the materials, make the object of your dreams, or learn about the world of artisan food with the city's artisans. That's also what discovering artisanal arts and crafts in Paris is about!
Immerse yourself in traditional crafts Follow La Flèche : a unique immersion in ancestral crafts, where you can discover the secrets of stonecutters and blacksmiths while taking part in the restoration of the spire of the Saint-Denis basilica.
