Originally Posted by
beachfan
For simple things, don't overlook the Duty Free shop in the airport. While it's a euro or two more, the convenience outweighs the hassle (talking about low cost gifts here). Fauchon cookies were very reasonable, as were some other cookies and chocolate (like $8- $10 each). Very well received.
Also, if you like it, fois gras is a reasonable airport purchase. Go for the better known names. They also may gave the Comtesse du Barry pate (not fois gras) assortment - 8 small tins of pates. Makes very nice gifts.
For myself, it's two things - chocolate and cheese. Both at the best places at Paris (such as Hediard for chocolate and Marie Cantin for cheese). For friends, I get the cheaper stuff.
Wine is usually cheaper in the US for the same bottle unless you buy at the winery. Figure in baggage allowance limits before you buy wine.
This post is quite helpful for me, as I'm looking for something edible/drinkable to purchase at CDG this July. Best would be if those can be used in/as finger foods or (wine) served at garden parties.
I have a longhaul arrival at 2A in the morning and then a continuing Schengen flight around 11am from 2D. Is there enough sortiment in these terminals airside or should I head landside in either one?
Any other recs for gourmet gifts to be found at CDG?
Sincere thanks for any opinons and recommendations. Not that familiar with Paris airports at all.