40°C in Paris: the 5 perfect ice creams to cool down (and treat yourself)

Discover our selection of must-try ice creams and sorbets in Paris to beat the heat!

Yuna Lamarque Published on 6/20/25 at 4:00 PM

Thermometers are soaring and ice creams are more than ever the allies of freshness. But gourmet delights are not to be outdone! Exhilarating sorbets, decadent toppings, revisited pastries... Here's an overview of five ideal ice creams to keep you cool all summer long, while pampering your palate.

If you want a luxury sundae

To celebrate the warm weather, Yannick Alléno and Aurélien Rivoire are relaunching their gourmet collaboration. A Tahitian vanilla sundae, topped with six original toppings, reflecting the chefs' savoir-faire. Their favorite combo? Apple caramel, pistachio shortbread and pineapple confit. An ice cream that brings out the sun in a jar.

Price? €5 per tub of ice cream, €1 per topping, €7 for the Chefs' signature ice cream
Where to buy? Alléno and Rivoire boutiques in the 6ᵉ and 7ᵉ arrondissement of Paris and corner at Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet

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If you fancy an original sorbet

Alain Ducasse continues his quest for taste and experimentation with a range of sorbets perfectly suited to scorching hot days. The recipes are designed to bring out the best in every taste, and make each preparation an ice cream out of the ordinary. Several short-lived flavors will be available this summer: almond-vanilla, coconut-lime, pear, mango-coriander and passion-yuzu, in addition to the chef's signature recipes.

Price? €7 per small jar, €9 per large jar
Where? Manufacture de Glace and stores

If you're hesitating about a pastry

Christophe Michalak offers the best of both worlds with his summer collection: ice creams inspired by great pastries. Chocolate-caramel tart, hazelnut paris-brest, chestnut mont-blanc, strawberry tart, pistachio praline rocher... Ten surprising flavors to discover the world of the pastry chef, while staying cool.

Price? €7.90 per jar
Where to buy? List of Michalak boutiques

If your favorite part of ice cream is the topping

An American-style soft serve ice cream with Montegu milk and a pistachio, hazelnut or peanut praline topping: this is Laura Todd's generous proposal to refresh your day. And if you're feeling peckish, add a signature cookie or granola.

And the price? Between €3.50 and €7.90
Where to buy? List of Laura Todd stores

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If you're a chocolate lover

La Maison du Chocolat is offering a summer collection of sorbet pots and gourmet frosted sticks, featuring its flagship product. Chocolate caramel, 64% cocoa and hazelnut milk chocolate are featured in these ultra-gourmand creations.

Glace Maison Du Chocolat
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