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The History of Crepes and their Cultural Significance

Crepes made their journey from Brittany to Paris, evolving from a humble peasant meal to a versatile dish enjoyed in various forms. In Paris, they are a symbol of French culinary simplicity yet are capable of gourmet sophistication. This duality makes crepes a culinary canvas for chefs and street vendors alike, embodying the spirit of Parisian cuisine.

Types of Parisian Crepes

Parisian crepes come in two primary types: sweet (crêpes sucrées) and savory (galettes or crêpes salées). The sweet crepes are usually made with wheat flour and often enjoyed as a dessert or snack, filled with ingredients like Nutella, sugar, lemon juice or fruit. The savory versions, traditionally made with buckwheat flour, are heartier and filled with various combinations of cheese, ham, eggs, and vegetables.

Making Crepes at Home

Sweet Crepe Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1½ cups milk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Butter, for cooking

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar.
2. In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, whisking until smooth.
4. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
5. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly coat with butter.
6. Pour a small ladleful of batter into the pan, swirling to spread evenly.
7. Cook for about 1 minute until the edges lift easily, then flip and cook the other side.
8. Serve with your favorite sweet toppings.

Savory Buckwheat Crepe Recipe (Galettes)

Ingredients

• 1 cup buckwheat flour
• 1½ cups water
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Butter, for cooking

Instructions

1. Combine buckwheat flour and salt in a bowl.
2. Beat in the egg, then gradually add water, whisking until smooth.
3. Let the batter rest for at least 2 hours.
4. Cook as with sweet crepes, but fill with savory ingredients like cheese, ham, and egg before folding.

Enjoying Crepes in Paris

In Paris, crepes are more than just food; they are an experience. The charm lies in watching them being expertly made at street stands or in quaint creperies. Each crepe is a reflection of personal taste, from simple lemon and sugar to elaborate creations with gourmet ingredients.

Parisian crepes offer a taste of French culinary tradition with a universal appeal. Whether in a cozy Parisian creperie or your kitchen, crepes provide a delicious canvas to explore flavors and enjoy a piece of French culture.

Attached is my shorts video of Parisian crepes this summer, made by a street vendor, near the beginning of Avenue Des Champs-Elysées.

My first ever Parisian crepe I had under the Eiffel tower many many years ago. At that time there were no gates neither entrance fee to the Eiffel tower area like there was this summer.

Useful links:

• Trip to Europe – Visual travel guide

Read this article in Finnish:
https://indivue.fi/2025/11/15/herkulliset-pariisilaiset-crepit