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Paris makes the humble ham sandwich chic

From bistro counters to luxury hotels, the simple jambon-beurre has been elevated into a fashionable, upscale offering.

Published Apr 9, 2026, 11:24 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The humble Parisian ham sandwich, known as the jambon-beurre, has undergone a dramatic luxury makeover. Across the city, versions of the sandwich have been elevated from bistro counters to the menus of luxury hotels.