Thomas and the Praline Tart

Thomas has just moved from Paris to Lyon, the food capital of France. He hesitates to explore the new city so he begins with the closest thing to his house: the fragrant Saint Antoine market. Soon he is met with the sweet scent of Lyon's famous tarte aux pralines. It's in the market somewhere... he just needs to find it!

Perfect for ages 3 to 7, Thomas and the Praline Tart (Thomas et la Tarte Aux Pralines) introduces young readers to new experiences, European travel, and essential French words and phrases. As you join Thomas for a stroll along the Saône River, let your senses delight in the beautiful food that Lyon has to offer! Thomas and the Praline Tart (Thomas et la Tarte aux Pralines) is the ideal accompaniment to a budding French learner. This French/English bilingual book is complete with an author-narrated audio recording and a praline tart recipe!

In the Fall of 2022, Dixie Metscher spent three and a half months studying in Lyon, France. She had many captivating experiences in Lyon. However, she still daydreams about her trips to the market on the Quai Saint-Antoine. She felt most connected to traditional Lyonnaise culture while strolling through the bustling market, absorbing the smells of praline pastries, fresh bread, and local cheeses. They were just as enticing on her last visit as on her first.