Paris' Oldest Patisserie is Worth the Visit—And the Additional Pounds

Much has been said about all the delicious, picture-perfect patisseries that call Paris home. Nearly every block in Paris has a pastry shop filled with all sorts of pastries and other sweet treats. It's hard to say no to buying even just one when you look inside and catch a whiff of the shop's freshly baked goods. 

But if there is one patisserie any traveler shouldn't miss when they're in Paris, it's none other than the city's oldest one. That's none other than Stohrer. 

Here's what you have to know about Stohrer and, more importantly, what you should order during your visit. 

History of Stohrer 

Believe it or not, Stohrer was founded in 1730 by none other than King Louis XV's pastry chef, Nicolas Stohrer. Stohrer is credited for inventing the classic French cake known as rum baba, which is a yeast cake made with rum. 

The patisserie was eventually taken over by the Dolfi family in 2017. The family has been running the shop since. 

Stohrer is still located in Rue Montorgueil, where it has stood the rest of time since it was established. In fact, the patisserie is now considered a historical site. 

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What to Order 

A visit to Stohrer will not be complete without trying Nicolas Stohrer's rum baba. However, if liquored treats aren't exactly your thing, that's no problem at all. Entering Stohrer is like a feast for the senses, and there are so many options to choose from, including savory baked goods. 

Stohrer offers some of the best croissants you will ever find in Paris, so they are definitely a must order. You can never go wrong with a plain croissant, but the shop does have other options to choose from. You can likewise request that they heat up the croissants you order if you want them warm. 

Eclairs are also a must try when in Stohrer, as well as the Flan Pâtissier or the French custard tart. There are likewise different flavors of macarons available, which customers shouldn't miss out on.

If you are looking for something savory, don't skip out on the quiches. A favorite is the Quiche Lorraine, which has bacon and cheese in it.

Do take note, however, that you cannot dine inside in the shop as it has no tables and chairs. All orders are take to-go, but you are very much welcome to stand right outside the shop and enjoy your baked treats there. 

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