By popular demand—after many requests (and a little goading) from family, friends, and readers—I’ve finally brought my Paris recommendations together in one place.
Paris is a city of neighborhoods. Not just monuments and museums, but cafés you return to, streets you learn by heart, and small ...
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The Paris Postcard: Celebrating Calder, Rousseau’s Dreamscapes, and a Spring Week You Won’t Want to Miss
le 17 avril 2026
Bonjour, mes chers amis, here’s your weekly roundup from Paris. Whether you’re planning your next adventure or simply dreaming from afar, the Paris Postcard delivers the best and latest happening (from my POV) directly to your inbox. There's lots to see and do, so let's jump ...
How to Bring Cheese Home from France
For as long as I can remember, bringing cheese home from France has been a cherished ritual of my travels. Somewhere between my final visit to the market and prepping my suitcase for the return voyage, I carefully select a few wedges of my favorite flavors to take across the Atlantic. Over the ...
The Paris Postcard: Craftsmanship, Sport, and History
le 10 Avril, 2026
Bonjour à toutes et à tous! Your weekly Paris Postcard is here—bringing you the city’s latest delights and moments of magic. If you're new here, every week I share a Paris Postcard as a small glimpse into the city I love and a way to stay connected to Paris whether you’re ...
The Paris Postcard: An Easter Celebration from Home to the Heart of Paris
le 4 avril 2026
Bonjour from home—just barely. I have just returned after nearly a month in Paris, and this Paris Postcard is arriving a little late this week. My apologies. The journey back was a long one, with flight delays due to mechanical issues in Paris, followed by weather delays when we ...
The Paris Postcard: Sun, Salons, and Secret Treasures
le 27 mars 2026
Bonjour from Paris! Early spring is the perfect time to visit France. The weather has been extraordinarily good—Paris is blooming early and warmer temperatures seem to have put everyone in a good mood. Even though it’s not tourist season yet, parks, streets, and cafés are alive ...
