0fr. The Belly of Paris

Size : 170 x 230 mm

softcover, 192 pages

color, black and white

published by 0fr.

"Le ventre de Paris," published by 0fr.Paris, is a book filled with vivid photographs taken last December during direct visits to Paris's most famous and popular restaurants, bars, and cafes. The title, borrowed from Émile Zola's novel "Le ventre de Paris," which depicts Parisian society in the 19th century with its vast central market and surrounding life amidst industrialization, hints at the love and depth Parisians have for food, closely intertwined with their culinary culture. Initially planned for about 30 minutes, the project ended up featuring twice as many restaurants and cafes. Alex, the owner of 0fr., and his friends spent a week walking without a specific plan, heading to familiar and comfortable restaurants, diners, cafes, and brasseries. They visited countless places they knew, places popular with tourists, and hidden gourmet spots, sharing simple information about the best times to visit and their main dishes. They went in a group, tasted every dish, and shared the pure joy of dividing all the delicious food amongst themselves. Friends gathered daily around meticulously set dining tables, glowing with the pleasure of indulgence, and walked through the Parisian nights. Paris is so small that instead of taking a taxi, it's recommended to enjoy it by boat along the river, where yellow lights illuminate the streets, or on foot! This book introduces Paris's voracious dining culture, offering high quality, diversity, and convenience in both food and conversation, all through the rich palate of Parisians. Enjoy this book that will delight the palates of those planning a trip to Paris or those who already live there.