Paulette
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Phone: (310) 275-0023
- Cross Street:
- Beverly Boulevard
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
Editorial Review for Paulette – by Mar Yvette
In Short
Located on a sunny corner just a few blocks from the flash of Rodeo Drive, this clean, bright shop is a breath of fresh, sweet-smelling air. Owned by Paulette Koumetz, a Parisian transplant and devoted fan of macarons (there's only one "o" in the French spelling), the bakery is overseen by award-winning French pastry chef Christophe Michalak. Rows upon rows of the tiny treats--made by hand daily on-site--pop from beneath the glass display case in vibrant violet, eye-popping pink and other hues that reflect the flavors and essences of the ganache filling. But don't expect a full-on patisserie--Paulette serves macaroons, and macaroons only.
Hits: The macaroons taste as good as they look--the ganache isn't too sweet or goopy and the outside cookie has just the right amount of crispy-to-chewy ratio. And at $1.50 a piece, it's an affordable way to indulge.
Misses: If you're on a diet, you're in trouble. There's no way you'll be able to eat just one.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoGift boxes are available in fuchsia or chartreuse for one dozen ($18); taupe or aubergine for two dozen ($35).
User Reviews for Paulette
05/01/2008 Posted by marpop
I found out about this place when I recently filmed a TV segment about mini-desserts and boy am I glad I did! The owner Paulette gave me a free box and while I thought I'd save the box til i got home to share, I had pretty much eaten all 12 of the little macaroons by the time I got there! The absolute best flavor is the WEDDING CAKE -- delish with crunchy little almond pieces on top. I used to think Boule was the best in town (their lavender flavor is still tops, but those are seasonal so you can't always get them) but I think Paulette might be my new fave. The macaroons here (which is all they do) are second only to those at the Delano in Miami ... so unless ur planning on heading to South Beach, these will certainly do!
Pros: Delicious & pretty macaroons
Cons: You can't eat just one so it can get expensive
