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An Honest Review of Cedric Grolet Paris (& Where To Go Instead)

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Warm-up Questions

From the title, what do you think the speaker did at Cedric Grolet Paris?
What kinds of things would you expect in an honest review of a famous bakery or cafe?
Why might someone include 'Where To Go Instead' in a video title?

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An Honest Review of Cedric Grolet Paris (& Where To Go Instead)

First visit to Cedric Grolet and trying the first dessert (00:00 – 03:06)

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1. Why does the speaker say Cedric Grolet is famous?

He is a movie actor
He makes beautiful pastries on Instagram
He sells cheap desserts
He owns the Paris Opera House

2. What does the speaker notice after leaving the first shop?

Another Cedric Grolet cafe with a long line
A street market
A free coffee stand
A closed bakery

3. What problem does the speaker mention about eating the first dessert?

It is super inconvenient to eat
It falls on the ground
It is too hot to eat
It is too salty

An Honest Review of Cedric Grolet Paris (& Where To Go Instead)

Cafe pastry review and moving to the next bakery (03:06 – 06:12)

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1. Which flavor pastry does the speaker choose at the cafe?

Hazelnut
Coconut
Peanut
Pistachio

2. How does the speaker describe the hazelnut pastry after tasting it?

It tastes burnt
It is actually a donut
It is very sour
It is the best pastry ever

3. What does the speaker like about the croissant at the Ritz pastry shop?

It is filled with lemon cream
It has a nice crust and a soft inside
It is cheaper than all the others
It is very spicy

An Honest Review of Cedric Grolet Paris (& Where To Go Instead)

Louis Vuitton cafe experience and final evaluation (06:12 – 09:18)

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1. What extra item does the speaker receive with the pastry and drink?

A bowl of fruit
A free croissant
A bottle of water
Little cocoa dusted hazelnuts

2. How does the speaker describe the cold brew coffee?

The perfect roast
Too bitter to finish
Very watery
Much too sweet

3. What is the speaker's main criticism of the Louis Vuitton cafe?

The service is slow
The pastry is too dry
It is way overpriced
The location is hard to find

An Honest Review of Cedric Grolet Paris (& Where To Go Instead)

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1. What is the overall opinion of Cedric Grolet in this video?

The speaker thinks it is the cheapest place in Paris
The speaker has mixed feelings and does not think it is really worth it for them
The speaker refuses to try anything there
The speaker thinks it is perfect and unforgettable

2. Which place seems to impress the speaker most for product quality in the final part of the video?

The Louis Vuitton cafe
The trash can area
The first Cedric Grolet shop
The street outside the Opera

3. What idea appears several times in the video?

Good food is always cheap
Paris has no bakeries besides luxury brands
Famous places can be attractive but not always worth the price
Coffee is more important than pastries

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

An Honest Review of Cedric Grolet Paris (& Where To Go Instead)

Do you think beautiful presentation is enough to justify a high price for food? Why or why not?
Have you ever visited a famous cafe or restaurant that did not meet your expectations? What happened?
Which matters more to you when choosing a pastry place: taste, convenience, atmosphere, or brand name?
If you were making a food review video, what would you always include in your review?