Theo Fines is a French food blogger based in the USA, bringing the charm and elegance of Parisian cuisine to an international audience through Paris Plates.
Who Am I?
Bonjour, I’m Theo—a French-born, self-taught cook turned full-blown comfort-food evangelist. Hand me a buttery croissant, a sizzling cast-iron skillet, and a playlist that bounces from Edith Piaf to 90s alt-rock, and I’m home. Cooking started as a stress reliever; somewhere between torching my first grilled cheese and perfecting a béchamel worthy of a Parisian bistro, it became a mission: show folks how French technique can turn everyday meals into honest-to-goodness hugs on a plate.
My Journey
My earliest food memories? Flour clouds dancing in my granny’s Provençal kitchen, sunrise trips to the boulangerie, and marathon Saturdays watching Dad coax his chili into something that practically high-fived you. Friends kept asking, “Dude, can I get that recipe?”—and ParisPlates.com was born.
Since moving to the U.S., I’ve mashed up rustic French flavors with American bounty—think baguette stuffing at Thanksgiving and lobster mac crowned with Gruyère. I chronicle every triumph (and the hilarious flops) so you can skip the trial-by-fire and get straight to the “whoa” first bite.
What You’ll Find Here
- Cozy French Classics, Leveled-Up – Cassoulet that feels like a winter blanket, but finished with a smoky chipotle wink.
- Weeknight Lifesavers – 30-minute dinners (hello, lemon-thyme chicken) that don’t taste like you hit the panic button.
- Show-Off Dishes for Gatherings – Croquembouche towers, oozy Camembert fondue, party-perfect gougères.
- Step-By-Step Walk-Throughs – Missteps included, so you sprint past the “uh-oh” stage straight to “boom, nailed it!”
My Kitchen Philosophy
Good food shouldn’t hide behind fancy gadgets or culinary-school code words. If you’ve got a decent knife, a dash of curiosity, and a pinch of patience, you can crush every recipe here. I cook (and write) honest, a little messy, forever chasing that first-bite magic that makes you close your eyes and grin.
Let’s Connect
Need to swap an ingredient, rescue a split hollandaise, or geek out over cast-iron care? Drop a comment, DM me on socials (Pinterest is my hangout), or fire off an email. This community thrives on shared triumphs—and the “oops” moments we laugh about later.
Thanks for stopping by ParisPlates.com—let’s make every bite a comfort-packed win, together!
