The guide is organized into three parts. The first section contains individual listings that describe the unique characteristics of each bistro. It includes special dishes, wines, and places of interest in the vicinity. The second section offers a glossary of dishes and menu terms, and descriptions of ingredients and preparations frequently encountered, and a few suggestions on wine selection. The third section provides a cross-reference to locate a particular dish at the bistro that prepares it best.
Bistros of Paris is an essential reference for the food-conscious traveler intent on discovering the unadorned pleasures of traditional French cuisine.
Robert and Barbara Hamburger, born and raised in New York City, have vacationed in France for the past thirty years, where they developed a special interest in food and wine. Robert is a private art dealer.
Barbara Hamburger is the author of Zooming In.