Crêpes

Sweet crêpes are typically made with wheat flour and filled with ingredients like Nutella, sugar, or fruit. Savory crêpes, known as galettes, are traditionally made with buckwheat flour and filled with ingredients like cheese, ham, and eggs.

Crêpes originated in the Brittany region of northwest France. Buckwheat was introduced to the region in the 12th century and became the base for savory galettes because it grew well in the local soil.

While a specialized flat crêpe pan makes spreading the batter easier, you can use any non-stick skillet with low sides. The key is ensuring the pan is perfectly flat so the batter can spread thin without pooling in the middle.

The Nutella and banana crêpe is arguably the most popular sweet street food crêpe found in Paris. It is made fresh to order on large cast-iron billies at countless street stands across the city.