Because I was in the neighborhood and because I hadn’t been there in many years, I decided to stop-by my former residence hall at 93, Boulevard Saint-Michel. I stayed there for a few weeks one summer while studying at the Alliance Française.
The Foyer International des Etudiantes was founded by ...
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Le Grand Colbert
Because it’s so easy to find a delicious meal in France, I tend to choose restaurants based on décor, ambiance and occasion.One of my favorite dining spots is Le Grand Colbert in the second arrondissement. Readers may recognize the name, Le Grand Colbert was featured in the film Somethings Gotta ...
Be Cool—Like a Local: The Refreshing Charm of Perrier-Menthe
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 ...
Hôtel de Crillon
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 drink and listen to some live ...
Café Constant
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 ...
Paris Pratique – Taxis in Paris
Finding a Taxi
A friend of mine, who recently visited Paris, was about ready to wring my neck upon his return. I had given him several travel tips, but I failed to tell him that he would NOT be able to “hail” a taxi. Instead, he would have to go to a taxi station and wait for one to arrive, much ...
