I have a darling little apartment in a neighborhood called Passy. It is located in the sixteenth arrondissement, nestled between the Eiffel Tower and the Bois de Boulogne.
I love this neighborhood and have come to know it well. This is the Paris of Parisians, complete with a bustling marketplace, ivy-hung courtyards and narrow streets named after artists, writers, and musicians. Passyâs most famous residents include Benjamin Franklin, Berthe Morisot, Edouard Manet, Claude Debussy, and HonorĂ© de Balzac.
The Jardin du Ranelagh is immediately west of my building. This is one of the most child-friendly parks Iâve ever seen, featuring swings, slides, climbing structures, and an old-fashioned merry-go-round where children collect brass rings on the end of a baton. There is even a marionette theater with twice daily performances on Saturday and Sunday. The entrance to the park is adorned with a statue of Jean de la Fontaine, who is famous for his children’s fables.
Passy has everything to offer: dining, shopping, and museums. Some of my favorite spots include: La Gare for a chic dining experience, La Rotonde de la Muette for its beautiful terrace, and Le Bistrot des Vignes for hearty classic French cuisine. Franck et Fils has just about everything a woman could want, while Tartine et Chocolat has, by far, the most adorable collection of childrenâs clothes. Le MusĂ©e Marmotton is well known for its collection of Monet paintings as well as other impressionist artists.
As they say in Paris, j’aime mon quartier.
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