Often in Paris, the kitchens are very small, so it’s a very strenuous job,” Mousson said. “There are fewer and fewer French people who are willing to do this job,” he added.

Paris, France - July 06, 2017: The charming restaurant Chez Marie on Montmartre hill. Montmartre with traditional french cafes and art galleries is one of the most visited landmarks in Paris.

And as with any other interaction in France, your three best friends are "bonjour," "s'il vous plaît," and "merci." Here are some other etiquette tips to keep in mind at a French café.

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French candidates must be preselected by the Culture Ministry before being passed on to UNESCO for review. Those campaigning for the bistros and cafes hope the establishments make the list in 2020.

Roughly 25% of the cooks in France are immigrants from outside of the European Union, the then French Labor Minister Olivier Dussopt told Europe 1 radio at the beginning of 2024.