Dior, ce génie léger propre à son temps dont le nom magique comporte Dieu et or. – Jean Cocteau I visited La Galerie Dior for the first time last spring, and it was magical – truly one of most beautiful museums I have ever seen. The exhibit is curated from…
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…
One of my favorite destinations outside of Paris is the Loire Valley. Known as the Garden of France, this stunningly beautiful region is emblematic of so much of what I love about French style. The history of the Loire Valley is closely associated with the 100 years war. From 1337…
I take pride in recommending venues I’ve experienced. While I don’t often stay in hotels in Paris, I’ve stayed at these and highly recommend them. All are in my preferred left bank neighborhood of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and walking distance to major tourist attractions. Hotel Pont Royal *****│ 5-7 Rue Montalembert, 75007…
Let’s face it, winter in Chicago isn’t much fun and doesn’t provide much opportunity for outdoor activities. It is, however, a great time to try new restaurants or go out to a favorite place for delicious comfort food. Given it’s February, I thought it would be a good time to…
Are you dreaming of a trip to the Loire Valley? Why not take a virtual tour of the beautiful gardens of the Loire Valley with the Alliance Française de Chicago ? Starting January 13, the Alliance Française de Chicago will begin its 8-week lecture series on the gardens of the…
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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