10 Places for Food Delights in Lyon, Lyon, France

The city of Lyon is famous for its contribution to the culinary arts. Here food lovers will find hundreds of specialty shops throughout the city offering some of the world's finest and award-winning products fit to delight any epicurean palate. Let your taste buds lead you on this voyage into the stronghold of French chocolate, cheese and spices, such as Lyon.

To delight your taste buds, check out the Rolancy chocolate and pastry shop. One step through the door and your eyes will be the first to tell you why Mr. Rolancy has earned the prestigious award know as best artisan, or "Meilleur Ouvrier de France". Like fine works of art, every item showcased in this boutique is a testament to the artist's imagination and his masterful use of the most exceptional - and sometimes exotic - ingredients. Choose from a rainbow display of macaroons in a variety of flavors - apple, banana and cinnamon, chocolate, pistachio and many more. Tempt your taste buds with a rich selection of tarts - chocolate, praline, raspberry, strawberry, kiwi, apricot, blackberry and other seasonal fruit. You'll also find delicate and appetizing pastries, ice cream, fruit sweets, homemade jams, buttery croissants, and an assortment of handcrafted chocolates. The only regret you may have when leaving is that it's nearly impossible to taste everything in just one visit; even more reason to come back another day. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).