Sweltering summer days and a lack of air conditioning call for a refreshing café break. Few drinks hit the spot like a Perrier-Menthe. This crisp, bubbly classic combines the cool sweetness of Menthe Verte with the effervescence of Perrier, making it the perfect antidote to the heat. For those looking…
Paris is celebrating “le 14 Juillet” with a grand fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower.
Can you believe it? 2009 marks the 120th birthday of the iconic Eiffel Tower! Built as the showstopper for the 1889 International Exposition, this iron masterpiece held the title of the world’s tallest structure until 1930—and it still takes our breath away every time. Right now through August 31, Paris…
Several years ago, my friend Meredith came to a luncheon at my home. As a hostess gift, she gave me a purse hanger. I had never seen or heard of a purse hanger at the time, but I absolutely love this little thing. I can hang my handbag on the…
Remember those geraniums I planted a couple of months ago? Well they’ve filled in beautifully and I couldn’t be more pleased!
As a Chicagoan, I think I’m naturally inclined to favor the Bauhaus School. So, the Kandinsky exhibit at the Pompidou Center was a “must see” for me. In Chicago, we are fortunate to have numerous buildings influenced by the Bauhaus architectural style and as well as a good number…
I began my blog in 2008 as a fun and creative outlet to share musings about my time in Paris, the things I love, making the most of your travels, and how to bring everyday France into your everyday life—no matter where you live.
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