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Add to SafariWhen comparing L'Artisan Gourmet Parisian Macarons vs Chantal Guillon, the Slant community recommends L'Artisan Gourmet Parisian Macarons for most people. In the question“Where are the best macarons in SF/Bay Area?” L'Artisan Gourmet Parisian Macarons is ranked 1st while Chantal Guillon is ranked 3rd. The most important reason people chose L'Artisan Gourmet Parisian Macarons is:
No air bubbles, perfectly crisp shells over chewy, moist center.
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Pros
Pro Consistent, quality texture
No air bubbles, perfectly crisp shells over chewy, moist center.
Pro Intense, exotic flavors
Over two dozen regular flavors, plus more special rotational flavors. Each flavor really tastes like the real thing (especially kona coffee, earl grey, lemon).
Pro Reasonably priced
Between $2-$3 per Macaron, depending on order count, which is at or below competitor prices.
Pro Great service
Pro Cute storefronts
Storefronts in Palo Alto, SoMA, and Hayes Valley. Many also sell tea and have cafe space to enjoy Macarons.
Pro Consistently changing flavors
Lots of seasonal and holiday flavors in addition to perennial favorites such as Almond Amaretto and Salted Caramel
Pro Great packaging
Every box feels and looks like a high-end boutique gift.
Cons
Con Lack of storefront
Although selected flavors are available at most Whole Foods, ordering online for the packaged versions are a real hit or miss. The box of 48 in particular, can come quite squished, due to the unstructured boxes.
Con Presentation sometimes trumps taste
Macarons can feel more airy, and the flavor profiles don't come across as beautifully as the look of the Macaron would convey.
Con Small for the price
