Passage Jouffroy

“Le plus emblématique et le plus long des passages couvert Parisien (190 mètre) édifié en 1825" / "The most iconic and longest passages covered Parisien (190 meter) built in 1825.”

“ Between 1798 and 1850, covered steets like the Passage des Panoramas were borned. As architecturaly novators as socially necesary, they could shelter luxury shops, restaurants, theatres, bookshops far away from the tumult and the transports of the city. 15 still exist among 60 in that remoted time, that is why they are classified in the repertory of Historical Monuments. The fist Gas lightning of the city happened in 1816 in the Passage des Panoramas, today stamps and postcards collectors get their treasures there, the others fall in love with the parisian atmosphere of the ancient times seating in a terrace of one of the very trendy restaurants. ”

“As old-school French as chocolates come, a mendiant’s four classic toppings of raisins, hazelnuts, figs and almonds represent the Dominican, Augustinian, Franciscan and Carmelite monastic orders respectively. Nowadays, possibly reflecting a more secular France, ingredients include seeds, dried fruits and peels. À la mère de famille is the oldest chocolatier in Paris and produces some of its finest mendiants.”

“One of few glass covered passage that will allow you to get from the 9th to the center of the city while being sheltered from the rain. Interesting stores, antique and art galleries along the path. ”

“I love this place - Belle Epoque decorum, French cuisine. You will not forget this place!”