‘They give joie de vivre!’ Emily In Paris’s best culinary finds according to Food Editor
IF, like us, you just finished watching the final episode of season four of Emily in Paris, you’re probably craving a little je ne sais quoi…
Fabulous’ food editor Kirsty Spence serves up an amuse-bouche of merchandise inspired by the chic Netflix series, including the long-awaited news of Lidl’s viral croissant bag.
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A number of beloved foodie brands and supermarkets have launched a range of delicious products inspired by Emily’s love of all things Paris.
There are ready-made versions of her beloved Kir Royale cocktail, which is currently all the rage.
Or how about a themed dinner, complete with the perfect petits fours and desserts (no need to go to a patisserie!)?
And if you missed out on Lidl’s viral croissant-shaped handbag, you’ll be happy to hear that you now have another chance to get your hands on it!
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The cocktails
She fell head over heels for the French kir royale cocktail in season 3 of Emily in Parisand now fans of the Netflix show can toast the latest episodes with their own version – a ready-made Comrade, £4 for a 250ml can or £7.95 for a 200ml bottle.
Thanks to Emily’s approval, it became an instant success and was even touted as the new spritz.
We think this is a great drink for the holidays and looks great during the holidays too.
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We also love this bottle from Lillet Rose. The Emily In Paris illustration design is exclusive to Ocado and is gorgeous. And the contents aren’t bad either!
The special aperitif contains a delicate blend of ripe berries and fresh citrus fruits and is best enjoyed as a Lillet Rose Spritz with rose champagne, ice and a dash of strawberry puree – magnifique!
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You can even get Lillet Rose X Emily In Paris in the limited edition of the French restaurant chain Côte Brasserie Côte At Home box£74.95, until tomorrow – so be quick!
In addition to the Parisian plonk, enjoy a feast for two with camembert, jambon sec de Savoie, chicken liver pate and more – everything you need for a perfect evening in.
The bakery
There’s nothing quite as #understated as a delicate, pastry-like treat, so it’s no wonder that searches for ‘French desserts’ have skyrocketed this year.
Ever on trend, Lidl has launched a fresh selection of French-themed treats, including Insta-perfect macarons, luxury chocolate truffles with marc de champagne and boozy blackcurrant fillings, plus mini éclairs filled with cream.
Bring out the prettiest plates and invite the girls over for a chat about all things fun, from love triangles to your next career move.
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But if you want to catch up on a few more episodes, grab a tub of Haagen-Dazs Limited Edition Emily In Paris Salted Caramel ice cream for £5.40, and a spoon.
Em would approve.
The hot reserve
The first of the United Kingdom Emily in Paris Afternoon tea is here and while you may not have a view of the Eiffel Tower, the Michelin-starred Pavyllon restaurant in London’s posh Mayfair has all the charm of a chic bistro.
The menu is served on a specially designed script as a tribute to the series, plus there is Emily in Paris fun facts for guests, extravagant floral arrangements and a playlist of chic French café music to get you in the mood.
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Start with a delicate cucumber and feta cheese sandwich or a smoked salmon and cream cheese sandwich, followed by exquisite French pastries such as mini chocolate coffee eclairs, crème brulée, tarte au citron and pistachio financiers.
And take home a special dessert in the shape of a beret.
The Emily in Paris Afternoon Tea is available Friday to Sunday, 2.30pm to 4.30pm, until 27th October. It costs £85.
The It accessory
After selling out in under two minutes the first time around, and then again – and then huge queues forming at the London Fashion Week pop-up stand, Lidl is giving fans of the croissant handbag one last chance to get their hands on it.
The bag by absurdist designer Nikolas Bentel pays tribute to the supermarket’s best-selling bakery product, of which a whopping 122 are sold every minute!
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In collaboration with fashion rental app By rotationThe Lidl X Nik Bentel Croissant Leather Handbag is available to rent for just £5 a day (compared to the RRP of £50, if you can get your hands on it at all).
Those who choose to rent will receive a crescent-shaped leather croissant bag with a gold zipper and a shopping cart coin (really). This bag comes in a soft, luxurious leather ‘baker’s bag’, with three fantastic straps to choose from.
Better yet, all proceeds will be donated to Lidl’s charity partner, the NSPCC.
“It’s like wearing poetry,” Emily would say.
How to Look Chic on a Budget
Fashion stylist Gemma Rose Breger and beauty journalist Samantha Silver showed how to make your outfits more stylish without spending hundreds of euros.
- Never spend money on designer denim: River Island ”always has such a great selection of fashionable jeans that follow the current trends”. The retailer offers a wide range of sizes from UK 6 – UK 18 and three leg lengths – with prices starting at an affordable £25.
- There are no rules for jewelry: ”Get something at a flea market or thrift store, score on Vinted and eBay, buy something from the clothing section of your local supermarket when you go shopping or have a look in clothing stores on the high street.”
- Don’t forget the second-hand sites: With the rise of second-hand sites like Vinted and Depop, there’s no excuse not to buy – or sell – second-hand clothes. Gemma, for example, managed to get her hands on a pair of chic Chanel sunglasses for just £17.
