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“Written with . . . flair and . . . acerbity is the new, second edition of Alexander Lobrano’s Hungry for Paris, which includes rigorous reviews of what the author considers to be the city’s 109 best restaurants [and] a helpful list of famous Parisian restaurants to be avoided.”—The Wall Street Journal
“A wonderful guide to eating in Paris.”—Alice Waters
“Nobody else has such an intimate knowledge of what is going on in the Paris food world right this minute. Happily, Alexander Lobrano has written it all down in this wonderful book.”—Ruth Reichl
“Delightful . . . the sort of guide you read before you go to Paris—to get in the mood and pick up a few tips, a little style.”—Los Angeles Times
“No one is ‘on the ground’ in Paris more than Alec Lobrano. . . . This book will certainly make you hungry for Paris. But even if you aren’t in Paris, his tales of French dining will seduce you into feeling like you are here, sitting in your favorite bistro or sharing a carafe of wine with a witty friend at a neighborhood hotspot.”—David Lebovitz, author of The Sweet Life in Paris
“Hungry for Paris is like a cozy bistro on a chilly day: It makes you feel welcome.”—The Washington Post
“This book will make readers more than merely hungry for the culinary riches of Paris; it will make them ravenous for a dining companion with Monsieur Lobrano’s particular warmth, wry charm, and refreshingly pure joie de vivre.”—Julia Glass
“[Lobrano is] a wonderful man and writer who might know more about Paris restaurants than any other person I’ve ever met.”—Elissa Altman, author of Poor Man’s Feast
“A wonderful guide to eating in Paris.”—Alice Waters
“Nobody else has such an intimate knowledge of what is going on in the Paris food world right this minute. Happily, Alexander Lobrano has written it all down in this wonderful book.”—Ruth Reichl
“Delightful . . . the sort of guide you read before you go to Paris—to get in the mood and pick up a few tips, a little style.”—Los Angeles Times
“No one is ‘on the ground’ in Paris more than Alec Lobrano. . . . This book will certainly make you hungry for Paris. But even if you aren’t in Paris, his tales of French dining will seduce you into feeling like you are here, sitting in your favorite bistro or sharing a carafe of wine with a witty friend at a neighborhood hotspot.”—David Lebovitz, author of The Sweet Life in Paris
“Hungry for Paris is like a cozy bistro on a chilly day: It makes you feel welcome.”—The Washington Post
“This book will make readers more than merely hungry for the culinary riches of Paris; it will make them ravenous for a dining companion with Monsieur Lobrano’s particular warmth, wry charm, and refreshingly pure joie de vivre.”—Julia Glass
“[Lobrano is] a wonderful man and writer who might know more about Paris restaurants than any other person I’ve ever met.”—Elissa Altman, author of Poor Man’s Feast
About the Author
Alexander Lobrano grew up in Connecticut before moving to Paris, his home today, in 1986. The winner of several James Beard awards, Lobrano was the European correspondent for Gourmet magazine, and is now contributing editor at Saveur. He writes regularly on food and travel for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, Condé Nast Traveler, Bon Appétit, and many other publications in the United States and the United Kingdom.
More About the Author
Alexander Lobrano grew up in Connecticut, and lived in Boston, New York and London before moving to Paris, his home today, in 1986. He was European Correspondent for Gourmet magazine from 1999 until its closing, and has written about food and travel for Saveur, Bon Appetit, Food & Wine, the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Guardian, Travel & Leisure, Departures, Conde Nast Traveler, and many other publications in the United States and the United Kingdom. He is contributing editor at Saveur magazine, and the author of HUNGRY FOR PARIS, 2nd Edition (Random House, 4/2014) and HUNGRY FOR FRANCE (Rizzoli, 4/2014).
Follow Alec's latest restaurant recommendations on his blog, Hungry for Paris, www.alexanderlobrano.com and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/aleclobrano
Follow Alec's latest restaurant recommendations on his blog, Hungry for Paris, www.alexanderlobrano.com and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/aleclobrano
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Claire Brown
on May 10, 2014
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Wonderfully written, this guide gives you in depth information about 100 restaurants in Paris, from simple bistrots to top restaurants.
It is organized by areas which makes it easy to use, you can also find the info by type of cuisine.
A fun read if you plan a trip to Paris,
It is organized by areas which makes it easy to use, you can also find the info by type of cuisine.
A fun read if you plan a trip to Paris,
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Alex is a gem.
Love reading the book and use it exclusively when I go to Paris
Am going to Bones on his recommendation
Love reading the book and use it exclusively when I go to Paris
Am going to Bones on his recommendation
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Lobrano's food sensibility and fine writing skills make for very entertaining reading. HUNGRY IN PARIS takes you through his very selective list of the best restaurants in Paris--not the trendiest or most expensive or the hottest--just those restaurants that have captured his interest. He's not afraid to give a place a good swift quick (look at what he says about Arpege's pricey wine list or the uninspiring dining room). There are also fine food-related essays on Paris. This book would be an excellent thing to put on your iPad for your next trip to Paris. I wish I had this last year during my stay in this magnificent city. I wish all great eating cities boasted this kind of guide.
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The guy knows his stuff.
My favorite thing in life is to flaneur and EAT in Paris, which I've done whenever I got the chance.
This book, along with "Adrian Leeds Top 100 Cheap Insider Paris Restaurants" http://www.amazon.com/Adrian-Leeds-Cheap-Insider-Restaurants-ebook/dp/B004NNV3CO
is all you need to find the real TRADITIONAL stuff to help you avoid the ever-growing number of mediocre tourist trap restaurants plaguing Paris these days. I always reference these two books every time I go to my favorite city on the planet. A lot of folks seem to be unaware that lately in some of the "name" bistros and brassieres that have been taken over by the chains the food isn't even prepared onsite anymore - some even sacrilegiously brought in from a remote mass kitchen and microwaved on the spot - then brought to your table for a mere 30 Euros per plat (it's true) - this book will help you avoid all that.
Beef bourguignon, coq au vin, blanquette de veau, cassoulet, pot-au-feu, confit de canard, choucroute royale - all the classics ... Alexander Lobrano will tell you where you can find it, and where it's done right.
Enough said. Anyone who travels to Paris looking for the best in traditional Parisian fare without this book (and Adrian's as well)
is nuts.
My favorite thing in life is to flaneur and EAT in Paris, which I've done whenever I got the chance.
This book, along with "Adrian Leeds Top 100 Cheap Insider Paris Restaurants" http://www.amazon.com/Adrian-Leeds-Cheap-Insider-Restaurants-ebook/dp/B004NNV3CO
is all you need to find the real TRADITIONAL stuff to help you avoid the ever-growing number of mediocre tourist trap restaurants plaguing Paris these days. I always reference these two books every time I go to my favorite city on the planet. A lot of folks seem to be unaware that lately in some of the "name" bistros and brassieres that have been taken over by the chains the food isn't even prepared onsite anymore - some even sacrilegiously brought in from a remote mass kitchen and microwaved on the spot - then brought to your table for a mere 30 Euros per plat (it's true) - this book will help you avoid all that.
Beef bourguignon, coq au vin, blanquette de veau, cassoulet, pot-au-feu, confit de canard, choucroute royale - all the classics ... Alexander Lobrano will tell you where you can find it, and where it's done right.
Enough said. Anyone who travels to Paris looking for the best in traditional Parisian fare without this book (and Adrian's as well)
is nuts.
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One of several dining guides I'm using as I prepare for our trip to Paris. I thoroughly enjoy the chapters on diverse topics (On eating the unspeakable; table for one; etc.). The personal writing style invites me to step into the other world of Paris and not stay within my comfort zone. The indexes will be really useful. Restaurants by style, price, etc. Thank you.
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The best guide yet for Paris restaurants! He really tells it like it is.
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on May 15, 2014
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I will be making my first trip to Paris soon. While browsing about online looking for information on all things Parisian, I came across a foodie blog that mentioned the author of this book. After reading the Amazon summary, I decided to order it. First of all, it is just fun to read. The descriptions of the restaurants and the owners, the recommendations regarding the food, and the reminisces of the author are very entertaining. The book is organized by arrondissement which is helpful. Restaurants, bistros and cafes at different price points are included. Contact and location information are also included.I have two reservations made for my trip already. I ordered the book in paperback. It's too large to take with me, so I ordered another copy for my tablet.
Merci, Alexander!
Merci, Alexander!
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