le 13 Mars, 2026
Bonjour from Paris! I arrived under sunny skies and warmer-than-usual temperatures. The city looks especially beautiful, so I made the most of my first few days, with long walks and lots of outdoor activities. Rain is forecast for later in the week—when I’ll turn my attention to inside activities. There is so much to see and do in March and April. Here are a few events that have caught my attention.
Starting today and running through March 22, the Foire de Chatou is being held just outside Paris, offering one of the region’s most charming antique fairs. I’ve never been before, so I’m especially looking forward to exploring it for the first time. It promises to be a delightful outing for collectors, dreamers, and anyone enchanted by history. Keep and eye on my Instagram site @jeanninebergeron to real-time updates.
And for fashion lovers, the Salon du Vintage Paris also starts today and runs through March 15. This event brings together fashion, accessories, and chic apparel finds from decades past. I’ve never been, and—truth be told—I don’t love this sort of thing, but I am curious and have decided to go. On verra!
On March 17, the Musée d’Orsay unveils a new exhibition entitled Renoir and Love: A Joyful Modernity. I am a longtime fan of Renoir and am especially looking forward to seeing this exhibit. From luminous portraits to radiant landscapes, the show promises a masterclass in light, color, and the artist’s inimitable joie de vivre. Plus, a visit to the Musée d’Orsay always feels a bit like stepping into yesteryear—it’s uplifting and endlessly inspiring.
One practical note: The Musee d’Orsay’s reception area is being renovated. The museum is open but it’s wise to check current access conditions before planning your visit—construction continues until summer 2028
On March 18, the Petit Palais opens Visage d’Artistes, an exhibition devoted to the human face in art. Portraits and studies converge to reveal not only the subject, but the artist’s soul, capturing fleeting expression, personality, and vision in every brushstroke. It’s a reminder of why the city remains a haven for artists and admirers alike.
At the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, a new exhibition invites visitors to step inside an elegant Parisian townhouse of the 1780s. A Day in the Eighteenth Century: Chronicle of a Parisian Townhouse brings the world of aristocratic life vividly to life through more than 550 rarely displayed objects—from furniture and fashion to toys and silver—presented in an immersive, cinematic setting that recreates the rhythm of daily life in an eighteenth-century hôtel particulier, An insider tells me it’s very well done and not to be missed, so I’ll be there too!.
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Earlier in the week, we celebrated International Women’s Day by highlighting five outstanding women who helped shape France’s Enduring Culture.
And for a bit of deliciousness and nostalgia, I am sharing my Quiche Lorraine recipe. Quiche is a family favorite for our Christmas and Easter brunch buffets. It’s an easy recipe and can be made ahead of time. So, you may want to add this classic French dish into your own family traditions.
xoxo, Jeannine
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