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…
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…
le 20 mars 2026 Bonjour de Paris! The weather continues to be extraordinarily good—just one day of rain in the past ten, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures hovering in the 60s. Today is no exception! Perhaps best of all, we are in the weeks just before true tourist season…
In cities like New York, London, Milan, and my hometown of Chicago, the restaurant scene often feels intimate—small tables, familiar faces, and the sense that each place is a discovery. But look a little closer, and a pattern emerges. Just as in fashion or hospitality, many successful restaurants in major…
le 13 mars 2026 Bonjour from Paris! I arrived under sunny skies and warmer-than-usual temperatures. The city looks especially beautiful, so I made the most of my first few days, with long walks and lots of outdoor activities. Rain is forecast for later in the week—when I’ll turn my attention…
le 5 mars 2026 Another Paris Postcard is here, filled with the city’s seasonal rhythms, artistic discoveries, and small pleasures that make Paris unforgettable. Paris Fashion Week is in full swing. The city is alive with creativity, glamour, and cutting-edge style. Designers, editors, and fashion lovers fill historic venues and…
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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