‘They’re giving joie de vivre!’ Food Editor’s top Emily In Paris foodie finds for fans of the show
IF, like us, you’ve just finished binge-watching the latest drop of Emily In Paris season four, you’re probably craving a little je ne sais quoi…
Well, Fabulous’ Food Editor Kirsty Spence is serving up an amuse-bouche of merch inspired by the chic Netflix show – including much-anticipated news of Lidl’s viral croissant bag.
Some much-loved foodie brands and supermarkets have launched lines of delicious products inspired by Emily’s love of all things Parisian.
There are ready-to-drink versions of her beloved Kir Royale cocktail, which is trending right now.
Or how about putting on a themed dinner party, complete with the perfect petits-fours and puds (no need to visit a patisserie!)?
Oh, and if you missed out on that viral croissant-shaped handbag from Lidl, you’ll be pleased to hear you’ve got another chance to get your mitts on it!
The cocktails
She fell hard for France’s kir royale cocktail in Season 3 of Emily In Paris, and now fans of the Netflix show can toast the latest episodes with their own version – a ready-to-drink Chamere, £4 per 250ml can or £7.95 per 200ml bottle.
It became an overnight hit, thanks to Emily’s seal of approval, and was even touted as the new spritz.
We reckon it makes a great party season tipple and will be a super-pretty serve over the festive season.
We also love, love, love, this bottle from Lillet Rose – the exclusive to Ocado Emily In Paris illustrated design is gorgeous, and what’s inside isn’t bad either!
The special-edition apéritif contains a delicate blend of ripe berries and fresh citrus, best served as a Lillet Rose Spritz with rose champagne, ice and a dash of strawberry puree – magnifique!
You can even get Lillet Rose X Emily In Paris in French restaurant chain Côte Brasserie’s limited-edition Côte At Home box, £74.95, until tomorrow – so hurry!
In addition to the Parisian plonk, you’ll get to tuck in to a feast for two of camembert, jambon sec de Savoie, chicken liver pâté and more – everything you need for the perfect night in.
The patisserie
Nothing says #demure quite like a dainty patisserie-style treat, so it’s not surprising that searches for “French desserts” have sky-rocketed this year.
Ever on trend, Lidl has launched a timely selection of French-themed treats, including Insta-perfect macarons, luxe chocolate truffles with marc de champagne and boozy blackcurrant centres, plus mini cream-filled eclairs.
Get the fancy plates out and call in the girls for a gossip over the good stuff, from love triangles to your next career move.
But if you’ve still got some episodes to catch up on, grab a tub of Haagen-Dazs Limited Edition Emily In Paris Salted Caramel ice cream, £5.40 – and a spoon.
Em would approve.
The hot reservation
The UK’s first Emily In Paris afternoon tea has arrived, and while there might not be a view of the Eiffel Tower, Michelin-starred Pavyllon restaurant in London’s chi-chi Mayfair has all the charm of a boujee bistro.
The menu comes on a specially designed script in homage to the series, plus there’s Emily In Paris trivia for diners, extravagant floral arrangements and a playlist of chic French café music to set the mood.
Start with dainty cucumber and whipped feta or smoked salmon and cream-cheese sandwiches, followed by intricate French patisserie such as mini chocolate coffee eclairs, crème brulée, tarte au citron and pistachio financiers.
Plus, enjoy a special beret-shaped dessert to take home.
The Emily in Paris Afternoon Tea is available Friday-Sunday, 2.30- 4:30pm, until October 27, priced at £85.
The It accessory
After selling out for the first time in just two minutes, then once more – and then attracting huge queues at London Fashion Week’s pop-up stall, Lidl is giving fans of its croissant handbag one last chance to get their mitts on it.
From absurdist designer Nikolas Bentel, the bag is a tribute to the supermarket’s bestselling bakery item, which apparently sells 122 times every minute!
In collaboration with fashion rental app By Rotation, the leather Lidl X Nik Bentel Croissant Handbag can be yours to rent for just £5 a day (compared to its £50 RRP, if you can even get it, that is).
Those who choose to rent will receive a crescent-shaped leather croissant purse with a golden zip and trolley coin (yes, really), encased within a soft, premium-feeling leather “bakery bag”, along with three fabulous straps to choose from.
Better still, all proceeds will be donated to Lidl’s charity partner, the NSPCC.
“It’s like wearing poetry,” as Emily would say.
How to look chic on a budget
Fashion stylist Gemma Rose Breger, and beauty journalist Samantha Silver revealed how you can make your outfits elevated without spending hundreds of pounds.
- Don’t ever spend on designer denim: River Island ”always has such a great selection of fashion-forward jeans that follow the current trends”. The high street retailer offers a great range of sizes to fit UK 6 – UK 18, and three leg lengths – and prices start from an affordable £25.
- There are no rules for jewels: ”Pick up something at a car boot sale, or charity shop, scroll on Vinted & eBay, snap up something from the clothing section in your local supermarket when doing the food shop or check out high street clothing stores.”
- Don’t forget the pre-loved sites: With a rising number of second-hand sites, such as Vinted and Depop, there’s no excuse for not buying – or selling – pre-loved garments. Gemma, for instance, has managed to get her hands on chic Chanel sunnies for a mere £17.