My Dining Experience at the Luxury French Pastry Shop Ladurée in 2024

Established in 1862 on Royal Street in Paris, France, Ladurée is renowned as the ambassador of Parisian macarons. It not only pioneered the concept of French tearooms but also upholds the virtues and beauty of French art de vivre and culture. Ladurée's passionate pastry artistry and unforgettable ambiance consistently provide a delightful experience where I can satisfy my taste buds and relive a sense of fantasy and excitement akin to rediscovering the joys of youth.

It has been 8 years since my last visit to the Ladurée store on Rue Royale in Paris. Back then, the store appeared somewhat outdated. Returning to this charming city in 2024, I stepped into Ladurée once again only to discover a completely revamped interior. The meticulous and beautiful interior design was a breath of fresh air, making my return visit a delightful experience. On this occasion, I enjoyed breakfast, and I am particularly excited to share my thoughts on experiencing the newly renovated Ladurée store on Rue Royale in Paris in 2024.

Brand New, Dreamy and Beautiful Ladurée

Make My Inner Girl Squeal with Delight!

Upon seeing the golden decorations adorning the entrance of the store, I felt as though pushing open that door would lead me into a fairytale-like, magical world.

Upon entering the establishment, I was pleasantly surprised by the beautifully renovated interior adorned with new wallpapers. It was later revealed to me that Ladurée's Paris Royal Street store had just reopened after a refurbishment. I felt fortunate to have the opportunity to experience the brand-new Ladurée firsthand right after its grand reopening.

In 1930, Pierre Desfontaines, a creative pastry chef and distant cousin of Ladurée's founder, ingeniously assembled two macaron shells filled with delicious ganache, giving birth to the iconic macaron. As a key figure in its inception, Ladurée consistently showcases a diverse array of colorful and flavorful macarons in its stores.

A Charming Café Filled with a Girlish Vibe

The newly renovated café features a charming girly style that starkly contrasts with the previous palace theme. This renovation only retained the angel mural on the ceiling, with everything from wallpaper and lighting fixtures to furniture being updated.

I deeply adore the charming and elegant floral wallpaper that fills the room, creating an ambiance reminiscent of a fairytale world. The sophisticated lighting fixtures interspersed throughout further enhance the room, adding a sense of ethereal beauty.

The second floor is exquisitely decorated, leaving visitors in awe. The delicate light grey wallpaper adorned with intricate white patterns fills the space with a French romantic ambiance, making it perfect for romantic dates and heartfelt conversations.

The second room on the second floor features a primary color scheme of deep green, complemented by white decorative accents on the walls, embodying the consistent elegant and romantic ambiance of Ladurée.

The view from the seat by the second-floor window overlooks the scenery of Madeleine Boulevard.

Delightful Breakfast in a Dreamy Style

I ordered a full breakfast, which includes an omelet, fruit, croissant, French baguette, juice, tea or coffee, and the house specialty, macarons. For some reason, croissants and French baguettes always taste better when enjoyed in France.

Macarons are the signature pastries of Ladurée, always served with any meal and accompanied by two pieces of chocolate.

While enjoying a delicious breakfast and admiring the Parisian street view, it was a joy to return to the long-lost Paris, savoring the nostalgic taste of Ladurée.

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The cost of this meal is 39 euros, equivalent to 1365 Taiwanese dollars, which is much more expensive than the 29.5 euros I paid for lunch here in 2016. However, it's still worth treating yourself, especially since Ladurée doesn't have a store in Taiwan. Interested in knowing about my 2016 lunch at Ladurée and the history of this pastry shop? Click here to read more about Ladurée, a truly worth-visiting dining spot in Paris