The winter was particularly long and harsh this year but timid rays of sun begin to warm the streets of the capital. Parisians do not hesitate and the smallest rise of temperature sees the café terraces repopulate instantly. The Hotel de la Motte-Picquet, always willing to share with lovers of Paris  the best gourmet addresses  recommend today the café Berthillon. This salon de thé is dedicated to the tasting of the most famous ice cream in Paris (craftsman since 1954).

Every morning you can enjoy a hearty breakfast: hot chocolate, tea « Mariage Frères », toasted bread, pastries … Thereafter, up to 8pm, discover their special ices: peach « Melba », pear « Belle-Helene », strawberry, « Vacherin ». A rainbow of perfumes delight your eyes and your taste: tiramisu, gingerbread, Earl Grey tea, amaretto, honey nougat, Creole and even foie gras!

Café Berthillon

31 Rue Saint-Louis en l’Île

75004 Paris

M°7 Pont Marie or M°1 Saint Paul

Ph : 01 43 54 31 61

Every day but tuesday, from 10am to 8pm