Originally Posted by missydarlin
I would concur with these recommendations. That little corner of Faubourg St. Honore is one of my favorite destinations in Paris. La Maison du Chocolate, Mariage Freres, and the Nicolas Feuillatte champagne shop are always on the list of places to hit when I go.
If you're a fan of Jasmine tea, I'd recommend the Sakura (jasmine with cherry blossom) or the Jasmin Mandarin at Mariage Freres.
My favourite is the jasmin imperial, Roi des Earl Grey, and the Oo-Long Orangere at the Marriage Freres. They are absolutely wonderful!! ^ :-: However, the above three are amongst the most expensive too, as I found out.
Marriage Freres offer an experience unavailable in London, the character of their shops, the range of tea, the merchandising, the quality of the food, the staff -- it is all done with a wonderful gallic flair....... I don't think you will be disappointed!!