history food tours Reviews 37

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4.8

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Considering 36 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the exceptional service, highlighting the knowledgeable and engaging staff who make the experience enjoyable and memorable. People particularly appreciate the quality of the products, including delicious food, pastries, cheeses, and wines, often describing them as the best they've ever tasted. Reviewers frequently commend the well-chosen locations, noting that the tours reveal hidden gems and provide a deep dive into Parisian history and culture. The overall quality of the experience, from the storytelling to the curated selections, is consistently rated as outstanding, with many feeling it was a highlight of their trip.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matt is an intrepid connoisseur in the Paris food scene. We learned about classic French foods such as cheeses, breads, and macarons. As we toured, he wove stories that featured local neighborhood m... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mat’s food tour was the perfect experience for our very quick weekend trip to see my sister and her husband. I loved mat’s storytelling abilities, and his spontaneity and enthusiasm for having us try... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We spent two days in April 2025 with Mathieu and experienced Paris in ways that we could never have done on our own. He also introduced us to exquisite pastries, cheeses, wine, and even cognac. His kn... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My husband and I had the most wonderful food tour with matmerci.com. Mat brings the history of Napoleon and Josephine alive, between stops at the best of Paris’s delicious food shops, where we sampled... See more

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  1. Sightseeing Tour Agency
  2. Betting Agency

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History Food Tours are gourmet walks through the heart of Paris, where every tasting comes with a story. You follow in the footsteps of Napoleon, revolutionaries, and great writers… while savoring pastries, chocolates, cheeses, and wines selected from the finest artisans. A poetic, vibrant immersion into the real Paris.


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4.8

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

37 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great way to experience Paris!

We used Mat services and experience earlier this year. It was a fantastic journey thru Paris! Learned a lot too. Highly recommend.

1 May 2025
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Thank you for your kind words.
I’m really glad the tour gave you such a memorable way to explore Paris.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a lovely time with Matt and the…

I had a lovely time with Matt and the other visitors on our food and wine tour. Matt created a wonderful event for us with lots of delicacies and special treats. His stories were interesting and engaging as well. What a fantastic way to experience Paris!

22 July 2025
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Thank you Debra.
I’m really glad the tour felt so welcoming and full of treats. A wonderful group makes all the difference.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The most memorable travel expereince we have ever had

Our time with Mathieu experiencing the tasting tour of Le Marais was the outstanding highlight of our stay in Paris, in fact, it was the most memorable travel experience we have ever had.  To sample such stunning food and wine accompanied by the wonderful insights provided by Mathieu into the produce, its provenance and the history of Le Marais, what can I say other than c'est magnifique!  It was like being shown around Paris by a very knowledgeable friend. Thank you so very much Mathieu

Martin & Neal,
Sydney, Australia

19 July 2025
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Thank you Martin and Neal!
I’m really glad the tour became such a highlight of your time in Paris. See you for an other adventure:)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paris as we’d never known her! We spent two days in April 2025 with…

We spent two days in April 2025 with Mathieu and experienced Paris in ways that we could never have done on our own. He also introduced us to exquisite pastries, cheeses, wine, and even cognac. His knowledge and good humor made our most recent visit to Paris unforgettable. We recommend Mathieu to all!

19 April 2025
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Norah, thank you.
Those two days with you were a joy! Sharing pastries, stories and a bit of Parisian mischief with you made the tour unforgettable for me too.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Through Mathieu, we greatly enhanced our knowledge and enjoyment of Paris.

Through Mathieu, we were able to explore and experience parts of Paris that we would have never discovered on our own. He also shared with us his extensive knowledge of French wine, cognac and cheese to our great enjoyment. His tours are a great joy, well worth the cost.

22 April 2025
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Thank you Tunney.
It meant a lot to share those hidden parts of Paris with you. I'm glad they resonated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mathew was a great guide

Mathew was a great guide, humorous, knowledgeable, a real Paris plus for us visitors. The food was incredible. We had much more than we could eat and I’m a big eater. And there was wine!!!
Also, Matt added cultural and historical perspectives which enhanced the tour. Overall, a wonderful day of exploring and eating. I would definitely go again and recommend Matt’s tours to anyone spending some time in Paris.

19 September 2025
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Thank you Keith.
Happy the tour hit all the right notes, flavor, stories and plenty to laugh about.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best experience

Mathieu’s knowledge and charisma were next level! He made us feel at home in Paris. All of the stops fit our interests perfectly and at the same time the whole experience was very relaxed and authentic. We left as friends and my family is still talking about our tour a year later.

19 December 2024
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Thank you Bailey.
Happy the tour stayed with you long after, that's the best compliment.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had wonderful time on the Napoleon…

We had wonderful time on the Napoleon Food tour. Mat kept us laughing and entertained with fun antidotes and yummy food. I absolutely recommend you book a tour with Mat.

12 March 2025
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Thank you Britt.
Happy the tour delivered exactly what it should: stories, flavors and a lot of fun.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Food and History Tour!

Mat is a great tour guide! His Napoleon Food Tour is the perfect blend of tasting the best of local food shops, history and interesting information along the way. You won't go wrong with Mat's knowledge, humor and sense of fun. I highly recommend!

1 December 2024
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Thank you Molly.
Happy the Napoleon tour delivered exactly what Paris does best: flavor and fun.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The highlight of our trip to Paris

This tour with Mat was the highlight of our trip to Paris! He took a place as rich in history and culture as the Marais and gave us a perfect intro to the food and hidden corners that make it so special. The stops for pastries and chocolates were delicious. His enthusiasm for sharing the history along our way really painted the picture of the times that have shaped the area. Our wine tasting at Arthus + Jean accompanied by the cheeses and charcuterie we had picked up made us feel like local friends, not merely visitors! Cannot recommend him and his tours more highly!!

7 November 2025
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Heather, thank you!
Pastries, stories, wine, you handled Paris like a pro.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Napoleon Tour was awesome!

Mat was amazing! My husband and I booked to fill in an afternoon on a Wednesday. I'm a history nerd, he loves architecture so Mat's Napoleon tour made a great combo.

When traveling we look for a couple of things: Good food, great people and lots of steps. This tour had all three. You can't beat Mat's personality for those of us learning our way through our first trip in Paris. The weather was beautiful and we got lots of steps and well, Paris does not fail with her wine and cheese choices! We learned a ton; we laughed a lot and feel like we made friends in the process.

I want to go back just to choose a different tour with Mat next time!

3 September 2025
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Lisa, thank you.
I’m glad the mix of food, stories and architecture made the afternoon memorable for you both.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Learn history thru your stomach!

We had a fabulous time eating our way thru history! Mat was charming, funny, and more passionate about cheese than me! Loved every minute.

1 November 2025
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Reply from history food tours

Paula, thank you!
A tour is always better with someone who loves cheese this much.
See you for the next scene.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mathieu’s Napoléon Tour in the Marais…

Mathieu’s Napoléon Tour in the Marais was a deeply special experience for me. I rediscovered a whole part of our history through historic buildings in the very city where I was born, yet had never truly noticed before. On top of that, the tastings of chocolate, beautifully matured cheeses from Parisian cheesemongers and the discovery of new wines created a real sense of joy and comfort. I walked away feeling both proud of my city and genuinely moved.

29 November 2025
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Merci Claude
Rediscovering Paris with a Parisian is always a special scene.
Happy it moved you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

By far the best food tour in Paris

By far the best food tour in Paris. Mathieu is very knowledgeable and such a kind person

5 September 2025
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Anthony! Thanks!
Thrilled you loved the walk.
Plenty more cheese adventures ahead!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matt is the best in the business

Matt is the best in the business. Passionate about history, culture, food and wine. He knows the places, the people, the fine things, and delivers amazing local, creative , hard to find experiences that combine all senses. I highly recommend Matt!

7 November 2025
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Reply from history food tours

thank you so much Adrien, it was such a treat to guide you and your lovely friends, see you for an other adventure!

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