At this self-titled "librairie du goût" in the 11th, four young women have opened up a fun bookstore/salon de thé with French, English, and Japanese books and … magazines about cooking plus a selection of objects for the kitchen and table. Check out their website for book launch parties and signings.[link]

The B.H.V. department store has something for everyone -- including a large selection of cookbooks. Here you can find everything from reference books to gimmicky trend … books on le brunch and les muffins. The B.H.V. also hosts Saturday book signings with popular cookbook authors.[link]

One of France's largest specialty bookstores, Eyrolles in the Latin Quarter has books on a range of subjects. But at its 63 boulevard Saint-Germain address, you can find … an excellent selection of professional and reference books on cuisine and wine, along with a knowledgeable staff.[link]

An unusual wine store that also sells books about wine, Le Vin se Livre is located near Bastille. The selection of native wines is affordable and carefully chosen, and … the place hosts Friday night wine and cheese-tasting and special wine and literature-related events.[link]

An excellent and serious establishment specializing in fine rare books about food and wine, Rémi Flachard will help you find everything from special edition … cookbooks to old menus going back to the 15th century. This is an old-world shop for the serious collector, but it's also fun to browse if you have an interest in culinary literature throughout the ages.[link]

The reference for cookbooks in French (and English), the Librairie Gourmande relocated last spring from its longtime Latin Quarter location to the 2nd arrondissement. … This is the best address in Paris for a comprehensive selection of new and used books on French and world cuisine, wine, culinary reference, and the history of cooking. A must-stop for the passionate cook.[link]