LA GRANDE ÉPICERIE DE PARIS

La Grande Épicerie de Paris, the legendary institution

founded in 1923, is much more than a food store (the

literal translation of épicerie). It is a tribute to French cuisine,

fine dining, culinary expertise and authentic, local prod-

ucts. In October 2023, it celebrated its 100th anniversary.

From its beginnings as a discreet “gourmet corner” within

the Le Bon Marché department store, it rapidly expanded

into a full-fledged fine food emporium and was officially

named “La Grande Épicerie de Paris” in 1979. It has grown

continually ever since, and in 2017 opened a second store

on Rue de Passy. Today, La Grande Épicerie de Paris sells

over 30,000 products, has 550 employees, houses

80 artisans in workspaces on Rue de Sèvres and welcomes

over 1,300,000 visitors a year, on average.

La Grande Épicerie de Paris is all about the art of seeking

out the world’s finest products, unearthing the excep-

tional, forging partnerships with historic purveyors and

shining a spotlight on promising new brands. This legendary

store is also a place where visitors can experience the

authentic atmosphere of a Parisian market, showcasing

masterful culinary expertise, sustainable products and fair

trade. To celebrate its centenary, La Grande Épicerie de

Paris put on an exceptionally flavorful array of events at its

Rue de Sèvres and Rue de Passy stores, including special

products to mark the occasion, created by 36 partners.

In the century since its founding, La Grande Épicerie de

Paris has become one of the neighbor hood’s top desti-

nations and a must for the most demanding palates.

Celebrating a century of gourmet passion