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.
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Everyday France
The Tour Eiffel Celebrates 120 Years!
2009 Marks the 120th anniversary of the Tour Eiffel. It was constructed for the International Exposition of 1889 and it remained the tallest structure in the world until 1930. From now until August 31 an exhibition celebrating the work of Gustave Eiffel is being held at the Hotel de Ville.
On a ...
Purse Hanger
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 edge of just about any table, keeping it securely at my ...
Karl Lagerfeld
Café de Flore is always a fun spot to hang out and last night was no different.
Shortly after my arrival, Arielle Dombasle came waltzing out the front door, walked right in front of me and headed down the Boulevard Saint Germain. She was on the arm of Bernard-Henri Lévy (aka BHL). No big ...
Champs-Elysées
A view of the Champs Elysées on Friday evening. ...