Every once in a while, I have the good fortune to see the same—or almost the same—exhibit in two cities. It’s always fascinating to notice how differently curators in different parts of the world interpret the same artist. That’s exactly what happened with Gustave Caillebotte: The Painter’s Eye at the…
Can you imagine taking a tour of the Paris Opera costume warehouse? Or, how about a backstage tour of the Comédie-Française theater? Or, maybe you would like to visit Elysée Palace, home to the president of France. Well, if you’re in Paris on the third weekend of September, you’re in…
French Style is about bringing everyday France into your everyday life, and I can’t think of a more authentic way to do so than visiting museums. In Chicago, we are fortunate to have some of the world’s greatest cultural institutions – notably, the Art Institute of Chicago. Now through June…
There’s something about Place Dauphine in Paris that never fails to capture my heart. As I stroll through this charming square, with its quiet ambiance and the soft play of light on its historic buildings, I can’t help but be reminded of another place I hold close: Lille, a city…
During my last trip to Paris, I was up and out touring the city before six o’clock every morning. While it sounds exhausting, it was really great. For nearly two hours, I had the city to myself – to capture beautiful images, take in architectural details, and read historic plaques…
Did you know the Luxembourg Garden was modeled after the Boboli Garden in Florence? Italian style became prevalent in Paris during Marie de Medici’s reign. The magnificent Medici Fountain is just one of many examples of that influence. Tucked away in the northeast corner of the garden, the fountain features…
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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