Mmm chocolate…we all love the odd chunk of chocolate don’t we? Well, have you ever thought about having crêpes with chocolate? How about crêpes, chocolate and the Eiffel Tower in front of you? This may seem may not seem so special to you, but for me this simple combination is one of my fondest memories of the French capital. Paris has got to be the best place to enjoy crêpes in the entire world- it’s the capital of romance, of haute cuisine, of haute culture and anything else “chic” that you could think of, but it also reserves a special place for me as THE capital of tasty chocolatey treats. With hundreds of stalls selling them across the city, you won’t find a better crêpe au nutella in the world.
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Let’s start with my personal favourite, the best crêperie in town in my opinion. The crêpes at Crêperie Bretonne, (on the 11th arrondisement, near the Bastille) are sensational. Here they are referred to as blé noir, or buckwheat flour in English and if you decide to make the trip here you’re guaranteed not to leave disappointed. The chocolate here is silky, milky and simply melts in your mouth as it oozes out of the sweet wrap.
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But you don’t have to stop there. Many places offer various alternatives and combinations. You could mix nutella with strawberry. Nutella with banana (another personal favourite). Even nutella with cream. All will leave you going back for more. Even if you’re not feeling particularly in the mood for something sweet, a delicious substitute would be a savoury crêpe, the perfect option for a quick and light lunch. Some examples could include crêpes with ham, ham & cheese or ham & mushroom. The great thing about these tasty pocket-sized treats is that they’re just so convenient. On a chilly winter’s day, they’re the perfect quick snack to warm you up. And as everyone knows Paris is the city of amour, so they’re also perfect to pick up as a quick bite when on a romantic walk with the partner.
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Bon appétit!
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