Craig's book is cheerful as his diners, and as satisfying as his pancake breakfasts. - Stephen Clarke, author of A Year in the Merde and Paris Revealed
What makes this memoir stand out though, is that he structures the story in such a way that the reader can't wait to find out what happens next. We learn about him, the man, in the same way that he does. - Underrated Reads
Pancakes in Paris is the tale of how Carlson turns his dream into a reality. And unlike many books of this type, it does a wonderful job of telling it like it really is. - eat.live.travel.write.
The author's depictions of France as a living organism with which the industrious foreigner must learn to make peace in order to survive-one that is nonetheless responsive and eventually, even welcoming to having its tastes influenced through the right stimuli-will appeal to Francophiles, gourmands, and restaurateurs alike. Carlson's France, warts and all, is one that I hope to taste someday. - Flavorful World
Carlson's background as a former scriptwriter is evident in his writing style: The book reads like a TV series where you can't wait for the next episode, or in this case, to read the next chapter. It's almost like a reality tv show is playing in your head. - The Paris Readers Circle
Anyone who fantasizes about selling everything and moving to France should read this refreshingly honest memoir about what it really takes to operate a successful business in Paris. The real takeaway is how Craig's love for his adopted city and its people is stronger than ever despite -- or perhaps because of -- the Kafkaesque ordeal he went through to make his dreams come true here. - Heather Stimmler-Hall, editor of the Secrets of Paris newsletter (www.secretsofparis.com)
A hearty and delicious serving of adventures about starting the first American breakfast joint in Paris. - Jennifer Coburn, author of We'll Always Have Paris
I loved reading this book. Craig Carlson tells his story with an openness and an ironic sense of humor. Pancakes in Paris is a great success story and will inspire readers to never stop trying to achieve their goals. - Roger S. Christiansen, Director, Friends and Hannah Montana
Pancakes in Paris is a funny, inspiring, moving, and provocative story. Reading how Carlson navigates through a French legal, social and economic system (which, say the least, is very different from America's) on his journey to success is no less than fascinating. - The Huffington Post
If you are a foodie and Francophile, and if you like rags-to-riches stories, you should curl up on an armchair with a strong cup of coffee and a croissant and tuck into Craig Carlson's memoir: Pancakes in Paris...a quintessential American tale, big and brash and filled with charm. - Powell's Book Blog
Finding American-style bacon and breakfast sausage in France wasn't easy, nor was the diner's opening in the middle of a snowstorm or fights over Heinz ketchup: Carlson's book is full of amusing tales. - NorthJersey.com
In Pancakes in Paris: Living the American Dream in France, Craig Carlson shares how he came to open a successful American diner in one of the world's culinary capitals. Having never started a business or even worked in a restaurant before, he admits his goal was a long-shot, but that just makes his story all the more inspiring. His adventures are full of interesting characters, delicious food, and charming sites. - Bustle
With Carlson recounting hurdles from amusing...to serious, this memoir makes for a delicious read. - Booklist
The author demonstrates that no idea is too crazy if one has the determination to pursue it to its fruition. A light, entertaining story of how a man turned his pipe dream into a profitable, highly respected business. - Kirkus Reviews
[A] sweet and entertaining memoir details how a former Hollywood screenwriter opens an American diner in Paris and lives happily after...Carlson's narrative is an inspirational, tasty trip through one man's delightful and hard-won success. - Publishers Weekly
