There are certain moments when history suddenly feels very present. As the United States enters another midterm election season, Americans inevitably begin thinking about what kind of country we are, what we value as a society, and whether the people we elect truly represent those values. The political conversation will…
One of the things I love about Paris is discovering talented people whose creativity offers a fresh perspective on the world. Today, I’m delighted to introduce you to my friend Lamich Kirabo, an artist, writer, and fashion model whose creative talents extend well beyond the runway. Born and raised in…
Today, October 6, marks one of the most dramatic days in the history of Versailles. On this day in 1789, thousands of Parisians—many of them women—marched to Versailles to confront the monarchy. By the end of the day, Louis XVI, Marie-Antoinette, and their children were forced to leave the palace…
I didn’t know anything about Vatel when I visited the Château de Chantilly with a friend. In fact, I had never even heard of the film. As we walked through the gardens, he asked if I had seen it. When I told him I hadn’t, he simply said, “You have…
France is a country of traditions and customs—and the French have a way of carrying those traditions into even the smallest details. Wine bottles are no exception. If you’ve ever wandered through a French wine shop or stood in front of a wall of French wine and wondered what you…
If there is one thing I love about Paris in the fall, it’s the return of the cultural calendar—it’s replete with new exhibitions and several tempting reasons to spend an afternoon wandering through a museum. This fall is shaping up to be an especially good one. If you are planning…
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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