This man hardly requires an introduction. Pastry and chocolate connoisseur, formerly of legendary restaurant Chez Panisse in Berkeley, CA., David Lebovitz is as much a famous face in Paris as in the States. Author of six books, including The Sweet Life in Paris which chronicles the trials and tribulations of his move to France, his adjustment, and comical encounters that represent daily life in the capital, and a hugely successful eponymous blog, David has become a veritable resource for Francophiles and adopted-Parisians.
Between organizing chocolate and candy tastings, seasonal book signings, attending food blog conferences, writing, and private gastronomy tours through Paris and Lausanne, Switzerland, he managed to find the time to create the ultimate mobile guide to the city’s top spots for pastries, ice cream, hot chocolate and more. David teamed up with fellow writer and tour guide Heather Stimmler-Hall and my friend, Bryan Pirolli, to create Paris Pastry, an iPhone app that serves as an invaluable pastry-hunting tool for visitors and locals alike.
I’m honored to have David on Franco File Friday today!
Describe what you love about France in three words.
Universal Health Care
One of the things I miss most…
