Have you been to the bakery for the last time? Surely many just thought that they had not seen such a sign in their city for a long time. Now we buy bread in pastry shops and supermarkets. Crispy baguettes, air pockets, gray and black rolls, like everything that may interest the buyer. But the best is the enemy of the good. Recently, the legendary Paul Patisserie opened in Moscow. This institution, once you enter it, you will understand that you have not tried any bread, almost anyway. So, goodbye diet.
From France to Moscow
Here you can feel the breath of sophistication and charm. No wonder the roots of the bakery grow from Paris itself. Patisserie Paul is a joint project of the Moscow restaurant holding Ginza Project and the chain of bakeries of the same name, which is distributed throughout France. The crunch of French rolls is about her. The bakery has representative offices in 24 countries, including Russia. This brand is well known and loved for the highest quality baking and excellent service. Muscovites were also enthusiastic about the appearance of the new bakery and hastened to visit it.
Opening day
In the spring of 2012, the first Paul confectionery appeared on Tverskaya 23/12. The general franchise of the French network was bought by a well-known holding, and further bakeries will grow in the capital under his strict guidance. By itself, it is small, the hall is designed for 35 people, in addition, there is a pastry shop, a bakery and a kitchen.
The first day was long-awaited for many fans of delicious pastries. There were those who had previously traveled to France, where he became forever a fan of stunning baguettes, croissants and cakes. Therefore, when the patisserie Paul was opened in his hometown, everyone hurried to get acquainted with the assortment. The waiting time in the queue is 10-20 minutes, as someone is lucky. While standing, you can see the details of a wonderful, real French interior. These are cute vintage paintings, shelves with different souvenirs, delicate curtains and lamps. Although there is hardly enough time to consider all the details, the showcase with magic cakes is in the spotlight.
Unique recipe
This is what Paul is rightly proud of. In Moscow there is not a single baker who could reproduce the exact analogue. Cakes are made according to an original and unique recipe. Only the local confectioners know them and pass them on exclusively to their students. Since 1887, there is a network of bakeries under this name and still recipes are kept secret. The cafe on Tverskaya itself is very small, it is designed for the most part for buyers to buy goods and go home to drink tea.
The hall is divided into two parts. In the first there are shop windows with baguettes and pastries, various breads and croissants. The second is eight tables for those who want to eat something right here. Children are especially fond of it, so sometimes you can watch them sit down at tables and have a bite while adults make a choice for evening tea.
The interior here is quite restrained, but cozy. The design used a lot of wood in dark colors. Bright floral bouquets are on the tables; they immediately give a sense of celebration. Lighting is organized by sconces that emit soft, warm light. French music caresses the ear. A great option for a romantic dinner.
A new round in gastronomic history
This is not an exaggeration. Buying a franchise to promote the legendary Paul network in Moscow really gave residents of the capital an opportunity to get a new experience. Now any Muscovite will buy a real French baguette and a croissant from us. Not cooked according to a similar recipe. Not frozen in France, but baked here. No, authentic from start to finish. Exact observance of technology is monitored by special inspectors. And each of you can spy on the life of people in white caps behind a glass wall.
Breakfast at the bakery
For Russians, this is not quite a familiar concept, since we usually go to such establishments as to a store. But here everything is a little bit wrong. In French, I guess. However, you will not forget such a breakfast for a very long time. The most delicate croissant with warm, literally oozing almond filling, velvety cappuccino foam, invigorating juice from fresh oranges, and this is not a complete list of pleasures that the patisserie Paul prepared for you. Chocolate eclair, Napoleon and passion fruit are sumptuous treats that will make the morning fabulous and give the mood for the whole day. Of course, sweets for breakfast are not the most useful, but no one forces you to translate this into a daily tradition. But to arrange a small holiday for yourself does not hurt.
Staff work
Bakery Paul in Moscow is a real example of European hospitality and affability. The Ginza network has excellent staff training, but here they surpassed even themselves. Everyone walks along the line and smiles broadly, they can persuade even the most gloomy visitor to dessert. In general, the impression remains very pleasant. Only one thing is required from the buyer, come here and state your wishes, the employees will do the rest for him.
The quality of food, bread and pastries, prices - this is controlled by the French office. The main ingredients are sourced from France, but the kneading and preparation is already here. And only a glass wall separates the bakery area from the cafe, so every visitor can watch the whole process of making bread live. Part of the kitchen is open, so the life of the chefs can also be tracked while you expect service.
Main menu
First of all, the confectionery Paul positions itself as a bakery. At the same time, the menu can make a worthy competition to most institutions of urban catering. In addition to bread, croissants, fruit tartlets, eclairs and puffs, pies, there is a lot of food that is suitable as a full meal:
- These are a variety of sandwiches. In total, you will be offered 14 options with various fillings. By the way, they are the most bought food. The average cost is 170 rubles.
- Salads. Most of them are quite simple. This is “Two Caesars” with cheese and vegetables, “Peasant” and “Alpine”. However, the freshness of each of these options is even a virtue, especially when you consider how few useful products are in our menu. An average of 290 rubles.
- Soups But what about French cuisine without them. Paul Moscow bakery offers its visitors only the best options for cream-soup with champignons and pumpkins. The menu also has chicken noodles and onion soup. The price is 230-290 rubles.
- Pizza.
- Potato biscuits with various fillings.
- Beef stroganoff.
- Entrecote.
- Steaks of red fish.
Lunch example
Today, there is already more than one Paul confectionery in Moscow. The photo clearly shows that they are all made in a similar style. The same black and white interior, cozy and romantic. The cuisine is French everywhere, meat and fish dishes, a variety of snacks. Regular customers recommend starting with spicy tuna with chicory on a pillow of apple and vegetables. Baked cheese with honey and berries is a delicious and very enjoyable appetizer. And you can add a salad of avocados and tomatoes. Of the main dishes, a filet mignon with vegetable sauté and a terrific sauce is considered a chic option. It is very difficult to refuse a dessert here, but if you follow your figure, then it is better to choose a cake with seasonal berries. This is not just a patisserie, but a full-fledged restaurant serving fantastically delicious dishes. The evening atmosphere is especially pleasing, and the list of dishes is able to satisfy any gourmet.
Paul confectionery addresses in Moscow
We have named so far only one, this is Tverskaya 23/12, namely the very first branch of this network from those opened in the capital. But not the only one. The second in a row opened a confectionery on Arbat, d. 54/2. Judging by the feedback from visitors, it is very similar in interior design and almost identical in product range. The only caveat - there is no bakery here, so bread is brought every morning from Tverskaya. The third point was opened on Georgian Val, 28/45. However, nothing is cooked here. All products are brought from the flagship bakery early in the morning. At the same time, the menu here is the same as on Arbat and Tverskaya. In addition to fresh bread, you can also buy cakes and cakes, croissants and hot dishes, soups and salads, sandwiches. Everything is fresh, quality and tasty.
To summarize
Instead of looking at other people's opinions, get together and visit the Paul’s Patisserie in Moscow. Reviews emphasize that this is a true French institution, where national traditions are traced in everything. The decoration of the hall, cooking and serving dishes, exquisite tenderness of desserts. Prices cannot be called low, but they are not sky-high either. By metropolitan standards, giving 1,500 rubles for an excellent dinner is the average bill.
All guests in their reviews speak of exceptionally friendly service. Here for the staff there are no problems of their own. There is only a client and his desires, everything else - after work. It is very nice to go to such an institution. Versatility is another feature of the Paul Pastry Chain. You can run into this place in the evening just to buy bread for dinner. If you are going to visit, then feel free to stop by for a delicious cake, dessert or pastries. And if you want to spend a wonderful evening and taste delicious dishes - come for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Any meal will be remembered for a long time, and in the coming week you will definitely want to return here with your friends and repeat.