Fishwives of Paris
A French Gastronomy Podcast
Flipping the table on French food mythology and serving the real stories behind your favorite cuisine.
Tempted to look at French gastronomy through rose-colored glasses? Well, that stops here. This podcast examines the myths and legends we tell ourselves about one of the world’s most famous cuisines and delivers the unvarnished truth about French food and wine.
Meet the Fishwives of Paris
Caroline is a Somm
Caroline Fazeli is the founder of Lyon Wine Tastings and boasts over a decade of experience in French wine. She’s also a masterful cook with a diploma from le Cordon Bleu who’s mastered everything from beef bourguignon to homemade choux pastry.
Emily is a Food Expert
Emily Monaco is a culinary journalist based in Paris with over 15 years experience writing for publications including the BBC, Saveur, and the Infatuation. She’s passionate about the stories and the people behind France’s favorite dishes… especially its cheeses.
Check Out the Latest Podcast Episode
Each episode of Fishwives of Paris examines a culinary myth, legend, or trope
to reveal the truth behind France’s favorite dishes, products, and culinary personalities.
Get the Fishwives Guide to Paris
Take advantage of our very own food critic’s nearly two decades of eating in Paris to find the very best spots. 80 establishments in 16 categories, guaranteed to be mediocrity-free.

Insider Knowledge
Forget about flyover influencers. Emily has been living in Paris since 2007, and these spots stand the test of time.

All Price Points
Whether you’re looking for a fine dining splurge or the very best street food, we’ve got you covered.

It's Not Just Restaurants
We’ve got dining spots, cocktail recommendations, wine bars, picnic spots, and more.
