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…
Even though it was a holiday weekend and things were relatively quiet in the city, I am resolved to make the most of my time in Paris and go out as often as possible. After dinner last night, I headed to the piano bar at the Hôtel de Crillon to have a…
This afternoon, I lunched with my good friend Cécile. Blog readers may recall her daughter’s charming display of chestnuts posted last September. Cécile and I met many years ago. She worked for a French production company at the International Film Festival, which was hosted in Chicago. She is a true Parisian in…
Whether you’re heading to a dinner reservation, catching a train, or just exploring Paris, taxis are still an important option — but they work a bit differently than in many other cities Where to Find a Taxi Paris has hundreds of official taxi stands (called stations de taxis), typically near…
The Palais Garnier, one of Paris’ most iconic landmarks, is a must-see for anyone interested in history, architecture, or the arts. The grand opera house is not just a masterpiece of French Baroque design, but it also holds the charm of a hidden world that’s waiting to be explored –…
If Paris is the City of Light, the Métro is its circulatory system. With 16 lines, over 300 stations, and more than 200 kilometers of track, it can seem intimidating at first—but once you understand how it works, it’s one of the fastest and most convenient ways to explore 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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