Best Bistros & Brasseries: Manhattan, Paris, San Francisco

Savoring the renown cuisine of France should be one of the high-points of any trip to Paris. Unfortunately, many travel guides give their top ratings to deluxe "temples" of haute cuisine that most travelers will find stuffy, intimidating and - even with the strong dollar - incredibly expensive. Conversely, the low-priced brasserie/cafés that can be found on almost every street corner are fine places to stop for a drink but generally serve mediocre food. Worst of all, there are also many tourist traps that manage to be both mediocre and expensive. What's the secret to finding a great meal in Paris without spending a fortune? Join Bob and Michele Seass, authors of "Best Bistros & Brasseries in New York City" as they dine, just as most Parisians do, in cozy, reasonably priced neighborhood bistros. In "Favorite Paris Bistros - Twenty-First Century Edition" they share the many dining highlights, plus a few surprising lowlights, from their last eight trips to the City! of Light. Their trip reports also include sightseeing suggestions and tips on cozy small hotels.