According to several food historians, macarons were created in Arab countries when Europeans began to sail far from their lands. Then, during the Renaissance, they made their appearance in France thanks to Catherine De Medici during her marriage to the Duke of Orleans, the future king of France. Vintage macaron was also made with almonds, sugar and egg whites, but then came in the form of a simple cookie. We are still a long way from today’s essential pastry shop.
Macarons have now become famous pastries in France. Small soft cake in round shape, with varied colors and tastes, the macaron is a great success. Scents like pistachio, raspberry, hazelnut, vanilla are classic flavors of macarons. However, major brands such as Ladurée or Picard have developed new original fragrances and there is no doubt that other creations will emerge very soon.
Let’s talk about where can you buy the best macarons in Paris, the average price of a macaron, flavors and more.
The shells are round and smooth, with a nice “crust” on the sides, and the ganache is very thick. The color assortments of Pierre Hermé macarons are very original! The macarons are very soft: the texture is particularly pleasant on the palate. The best of the best. Whether they are basic (Vanilla, Caramel, Rose…) or more original flavors (Olive Oil with Mandarin, Ceylon Cinnamon and Griottine, Violet and Blackcurrant Berries, etc.) macarons Pierre Hermé will be delighted! The tastes are subtle but well pronounced, they explode in the mouth, and the associations are very well thought out: a real pleasure for the palate. A lot of originality and a lot of finesse.
Ladurée boxes are feminine and delicate: real cases! The brand fully plays the Marie-Antoinette card, in particular thanks to beautiful pastel colors and touches of gold. In addition, Ladurée regularly partners with big names in fashion to create collector’s boxes. The macarons melt in the mouth, they are very soft. Suddenly, they may lack a bit of crunch: we would sometimes want to bite into a little more crispy shells. However, the texture remains very pleasant!
Angelina is one of the most renowned tea houses in Paris, having established itself in 1903 and continuing to wow customers and loyal clientele to this day. A typically french patisserie in an enviable location and widely recommended by guidebooks and fans alike. Tastes are powerful, well pronounced. All in all, they are good macarons, the flavors of which are well worked.
A specialty of the Carette house, this small round cake, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside is available in different flavors, classic or seasonal, which make the reputation of this house. If you are spending some time in Paris, make the trip to taste these famous macarons from this tea room, which has become one of the most famous in Paris.
Discover the 100% natural macarons from Hugo & Victor! The red was recreated with beetroot powder, the pink with tomato, the pistachio color with spinach, the caramel with carrot powder. For the rest of the macaroon, it’s all in the simplicity: almond powder, sugar, and egg whites. We return to the basics and real tastes.
I hope you will have the opportunity to try by yourself the best macarons in Paris! There are also so many different pastries to taste. Have a look at our list of the French regional desserts to try.
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