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Welcome to A Taste of Paris™!  Here you will find information about my food and wine centric excursions to France.  Travel with me to taste, discover, and be inspired by French food and culture, one bite at a time.

In addition to digging into the delicious details of A Taste of Paris™(ATOP) trips, be sure to check out my blog where you can find ways to taste, discover, and be inspired.   Taste the very best from my kitchen to yours, with recipes-inspired by my travels-and creative ideas for entertaining. Discover joy and passion in stories about the extraordinary people, places, and things all around us. Be inspired by the foods, cultures, and stories I love.  Your creativity will be sparked, your taste buds will tingle, and your heart will be warmed as I share my Joie de Vivre with you.

Finally, be sure to look at my current cooking class schedule, and personal appearance, and join me for real time fun in the kitchen.  Be sure to update your calendar with pertinent dates provided by ATOP.

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The ATOP trip to Paris exceeded my expectations on every level. For the first time in my travels, I experienced a cultural emersion not just a tourist view. I cannot wait for my next trip with A Taste of Paris and Lorie!
Susan Meyer, 2023
“In Lorie You Must Trust” Lorie goes above and beyond just a Taste of Paris!
Stacey Kirkham, 2023
“As I reflect on all of the fabulous things we experienced, tasted and saw during our week with Lorie, it makes me realize even more what a remarkable trip Provence was. Every detail was planned and executed perfectly, and I tell myself almost daily how really fortunate I was to get that call from A.M. inviting me along!”
Kellyn Drayer
“The Provence trip was a true reawakening of my spirit. I am thrilled I had the experience with Lorie!”
Harriet Stoneham
“It was truly a trip of a lifetime and I can’t stop thinking about all we experienced. I am overwhelmed with emotion as I think here I am having lunch at the Eiffel Tower. This was a moment of a lifetime I never really thought I would have, in Paris, France! Cheers !!!
Debbie Finely
"My trip to Paris with Lorie was over-the-top wonderful! I loved every single moment!! Lorie's knowledge on the food, culture and neighborhoods was exceptional! The agenda is very well planned out, professionally organized and a must-do for anyone who loves an adventure! Thank you Lorie!!"
Cynthia Staten
"I had been before, but I never really SAW Paris until I went with Lorie. An unforgettable experience that touches the senses, the palate, and warms the heart. Well worth a repeat trip."
Barbara Wagner
“Whether you start the trip as a foodie, Francophile or a Fangio Fan, this trip will end up being all three! Truly a trip of a lifetime.”
Kelly Jacob
"Was it Audrey Hepburn who said, 'Paris is always a good idea' and I would add, so is the Taste of Paris cooking tour."
Jacque Cooper
“This was an amazing trip of a lifetime - the sites, the friendships made, and the delectable cooking! Go with an appetite for Paris and you will be on cloud nine.”
Laura Whately
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