“When you step into one of our shops, you enter a universe of cheese,” attests Laurent Dubois about his namesake fromageries. Dubois is a 2000 title holder of the highly coveted Meilleur Ouvrier de France, the highest honor for a cheesemonger and affineur in France. If this accolade isn’t enough to entice gourmands to step inside any of his 3 Paris fromageries, we are at a loss for what would be. Upon entering one of these shops, it is a challenge not to be overwhelmed by the sheer variety and smells of what appears to be a small museum dedicated to cheese. Just like any trip to the museum, a visit to Laurent Dubois should not be a rushed experience – time is not of the essence as you carefully reflect and ponder the picture-perfect fromage displays which greet you upon entering.

One of the best things about being at Laurent Dubois is that you can admire and taste the œuvres d’art as the hired cheese connaisseurs, in their impeccable English, share their knowledge and recommendations for perfect cheese pairings, be it with a special wine or food for a casual gathering. When choosing the perfect cheese, you are invited to sample as many as you feel necessary. Don’t worry, you won’t be testing the connaisseurs’ patience; they are simply living out their passion with you. With such a wide selection of cheeses in a small space, one might rightfully wonder how Laurent Dubois still has room for its patrons. A word of warning: Given the shop’s immense popularity with locals and tourists alike, it does get very crowded. However, don’t let that deter you, regardless of crowds, Laurent Dubois is a Parisian landmark that’s definitely worth visiting.