Bon App!

One of my great finds in Paris happened one day in 2014 while leisurely walking rue Saints-Pères. I looked through the big open doors on the street and spotted what appeared to be a charming little shop at the end. Of course I had to investigate. I found this utterly delightful bakery/café, Treize, a Baker's Dozen, owned by Laurel who speaks Southern because she's from South Carolina! Be still my heart. Now I always make time to go in and say,"Bonjour y'all!" and have brunch. You should too.

Treize, A Baker's Dozen

16 rue Saints-Péres

75007 Paris

La tour dans le sucre

At Treize, even the sugar is served to please. 

Bonjour Ya'll!

Imagine my surprise and delight when I stepped inside TREIZE - A Baker's Dozen and offered the obligatory, "Bonjour Madame!" and hear, "Hey, come on in!" Relief in a waythat I didn't have to do my constant, "Parlez vous anglais??" Instead I am greeted by owner Laurel Sanderson ( on the right) and her delightful staff behind the counter. While they made me feel at home with my camera, they continued chopping and dicing for their lunch menu. Behind them, le chef with the biggest grin I've

EVER seen Paris. Laurel hails from the south so we understood each other immediately. Some of the patrons enjoying a late breakfast vouched for the delicious fare. Trust me, if you get to the 7 eme, go see Laurel and her smiling staff. Tell 'em I sent ya.

Treize - A Baker's Dozen

16 rue des Saints Pères

75007 Paris