Monday, November 26, 2012

Petit dejeuner at Angelina

Sometimes you just have to ask yourself, "why not?" and go for it.  It almost seemed illegal, but The Trout and I had a breakfast in Paris that we will not soon forget.

The studio were we renting in Paris was in the 1st arrondissement which was walking distance to the Tuileries, the Louvre, and so many other sites.  And, walking distance to Angelina, for the best pot of hot chocolate in the world!!!


The decor in Angelina's is so romantic and elegant, it almost makes you search the room for Marie Antoinette.  The waitresses are perfectly dressed in black and white and set your small tables very properly.  It was a 40 Euro breakfast, but so much fun.  A pot of thick, rich, hot chocolate, four pastries including croissants,  2 hard rolls with jam and butter and two large glass of freshly squeezed orange juice.  And do you see that cup of beautiful white fluff in the front of the photo?  That is whipped cream, so stiff that the spoon stood upright in it.  This is added to the cup of hot chocolate.  You need to imagine the very best chocolate bar melted to the perfect temperature, poured into a cup and then you add that whipped cream to smooth it all out.  I mean...it was such a luxurious taste.

It was a Sunday morning and I was surprised to see all the young families coming in with their children for breakfast.  Hot chocolate is their specialty, but the coffee smelled delicious also.  Angelina also sells pastries and chocolates, a light lunch and they serve tea in the afternoon.  It is something you would not find in America, so you really need to see and enjoy.

 The restaurant was first opened in 1903 by an Austrian who wished to honor his daughter, Angelina.  It is located on Rue de Rivoli.

16 comments:

  1. You're killing me with that hot chocolate & whipped cream! Have a great week!

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  2. Looks like you are having a fine time.

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  3. What an elegant and truly French way to start a Sunday morning in Paris. Tres bonne.
    Sam

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  4. Oh. my. goodness! That breakfast looks fit for a queen... yes, I think Marie Antoinette would have been right at home in there. ;) Now, I'm craving chocolate... and pastries... and fresh squeezed juices... =) blessings ~ tanna

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  5. Now that is decadent! Deliciously so! I know you both enjoyed every bite and sip!!

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  6. Wow 40€ for breakfast, I would not forget it either, never the less it does look quite delicious. Have a good week. Diane

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  7. We will have to check that restaurant out the next time we are in Paris. I love saying that! Maybe it will come true. Looking forward to more of your Paris post Susan.

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  8. You must have had a 'foodtabulous' time in France!

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  9. Love the name of that restaurant and everything else about it.There is something special about a great cup of hot chocolate that stays with you.
    Rita

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  10. Oh, did that bring back memories! Angelina's is fabulous and I loved the story behind it. Really, Susan, that photo tells it all!

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  11. Oh my goodness, Susan! I would have said "why not?" in unison with you. It sounds like the most delightful, delicious breakfast ever! I would have been like a little pig in mud. You probably wouldn't have wanted to go with me cause I might have even squealed a bit! :)

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  12. A very elegant breakfast, very Paris!

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  13. I'm so happy to know about this restaurant. I'm making a note of it in my little journal so my daughter and I will be sure to stop there for breakfast. I have heard about the wonderful hot chocolate in Paris and have yet to try it. Thanks for the information, Susan.

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  14. Thanks, Susan. This is what I was looking for. I'm not much of a breakfast eater, but this sounds like sheer heaven.

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  15. Mmmmmm....I am so sorry that I didn't get to go in....next time...

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