Prior to my first trip to Paris, I was given a warning about the city from friends and gluten-free bloggers alike: it's very difficult to go gluten-free in Paris.

I thought that seemed preposterous. I have traveled all over the world being gluten-free and had even visited the French Alps before, and didn't have much of a problem. But again, the warnings persisted. I was told in pastry land (AKA Paris) it was rare to find chefs and bakers who were able to hold the flour, or have any interest in using GF alternatives.

I did what any good technologically savvy journalist and social media goddess would do. I took to Twitter.

A follower of mine suggested I go to the Bio Sphere Café. He was an American living and traveling in Paris and told me of this gluten-free, organic café that had both savory and sweet treats that were not to be missed.

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Gluten-free quiche and pizza
I reached out to the owner Sylvie Do, who welcomed the chance to meet with me and showcase some gluten-free pastries at her own restaurant that she launched two years ago. I brought my friend Jeanene along, who thankfully shared my enthusiasm for finding a gluten-free spot in Paris.

Truth be told, the day before I visited Bio Sphere, I had a bought of what I believe was food poisoning. I had sampled a traditional beef tar tare the night before and my stomach was not happy with the results. When I told this to Sylvie, she suggested I try one of her digestive juices, particularly one of her favorites that included apple, carrot and fennel.

When Sylvie first opened Bio Sphere, the menu was strictly organic, but she quickly heeded requests for a gluten-free menu. Today she now boasts a homemade gluten-free pizza crust she makes with tapioca, rice, corn, potato starch and guar gum. To complement the pizza, she served us a homemade quiche with tuna and tomatoes and some delicious buckwheat gallettes with ham, elemental cheese and a fried egg on top, for good measure.

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Buckwheat gallette
While the average person would have stopped eating after that flourless feast, we soldiered on. Sylvie has a knack for making seasonal gluten-free baked goods like chocolate and regular éclairs, cheesecake with blueberry topping, lemon tart and caramel tiramisu. Beyond those goodies, she creates her own line of organic macarons.

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G-Free eclair, blueberry cheescake, lemon tart
If you're so inclined, Sylvie teaches cooking classes on the ins and outs of the beloved French pastries including macarons and also offers homemade gluten-free bread once a week on Fridays.

While there are roughly 15,000 people in France suffering from gluten intolerance or Celiac disease, Sylvie is hoping to cater to all of those who are interested in eating healthy and organic.

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Kristen aka Pasta so happy with her eclair
If you find yourself in Paris, gluten-free or not, make sure Bio Sphere Café is a stop on your itinerary.