I Tried Paris’ Most Iconic Dessert (And Now I want to move here?)

Paris-Brest is one of France's most iconic pastries. Originally created to celebrate a cycling race, it has become a true ode to hazelnuts. I visited Pleincœur in Paris, a bakery that sources raw hazelnuts and transforms them in-house. Guided by head pastry chef Gaëtan Lucas, I followed the journey from raw hazelnuts to praline, caramelized hazelnuts, and their signature Paris-Brest. 🍅 Are you a food brand and need help telling your food story? Book a food storytelling consultation: [email protected] 🗺️ Want to travel like I do? Let me organise your trip https://forms.gle/pNPw4AWNa66QTTuX7 🗞️ Join me on Substack for essays on food, media & identity https://claudiaromeo.substack.com/ 🎥 Want to be featured in a documentary? Tell me more here https://forms.gle/e7PUUpATqE9Go28BA Visit https://pleincoeur.com/   / pleincoeur_official     / gaet.lucas   00:00 Why Paris-Brest is Paris' favorite dessert 01:56 Step inside a hazelnut playground 05:18 A magical cauldron of caramelized hazelnuts 06:08 The secret to great praline? Grind your own hazelnuts 07:53 An indulgent assembly of layer upon layer of hazelnuts 14:07 More hazelnuts! 15:41 Au revoir, Paris... but I'll be back for this Paris-Brest This video is a food documentary part of my traditional food stories series. Subscribe to my channel if you love food and travel    / @claudia-romeo   #paris #dessert #food #traditionalfood #cooking #foodvideo #foodie Let’s connect Instagram:   / claudiaromeo   TikTok:   / .claudiaromeo   Snapchat:   / claudia-romeo   Facebook:   / cldromeo   My Amazon recommendations: https://www.amazon.com/shop/claudiaromeo Buy me a ☕: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/claudiar... My Equipment - AF Panasonic LUMIX S5II https://amzn.to/3NvUeow Sony ZV-E10 https://amzn.to/3GJJr7f Osmo Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/4jabeyb Rode Wireless GO II https://amzn.to/3GGo5ax Joby Telepod https://amzn.to/3jREKiL Joby Compact Tripod https://amzn.to/3ZaCvqN Music: Epidemic Sound Contact [email protected] About me I’m a journalist and producer with over 10 years of experience covering traditional dishes, food culture, and culinary craftsmanship. Originally from Bari, Italy, and now in London, I’ve built my career exploring how food reflects the identity of people and places. On this channel, I document iconic foods, meet local producers and artisans, and explore the relationship between land, culture, and cuisine. Previously, my work featured on Business Insider’s Regional Eats, So Expensive, and Food Tours. Copyright Notice All footage, interviews, and original content in this video are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced, redistributed, or used in any form without prior written permission. Unauthorized use, including but not limited to reuploads, edits, or incorporation into other works, may result in legal action. This channel is dedicated to self-funded independent journalism. For licensing inquiries, please contact: [email protected]