Love is in the air—and in Paris, romance is around every corner. Over the years, I’ve discovered that the magic of a Parisian dinner isn’t just in the cuisine—it’s in the light, the décor, the views, and the small details that make an evening unforgettable. Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, an ...
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The Paris Postcard: Winter Culture, Classic Timepieces, and Incredible Craftsmanship
le 5 fevrier 2026
Step into Paris from anywhere in the world! Each week, the Paris Postcard shares what’s new, noteworthy, and utterly enchanting in the City of Light.
February in Paris may be crisp, but the cultural calendar is anything but quiet. From royal tapestries and haute horologie to ...
A Week in the French Alps: Skiing, Friendship, and Alpine Charm
There’s something undeniably special about skiing in the French Alps. While I’ve been fortunate to ski at wonderful resorts in the United States, the Alps offer something beyond the slopes themselves—the ambiance, the culture, and the people you experience it with.
This trip began with an ...
The Paris Postcard: Snowy Slopes, Haute Couture, and Free Museum Nights
le 31 janvier 2026
Bonjour, mes chers amis,
This week’s Paris Postcard arrives a little later than usual—because I’ve been trading cobblestones for snow-covered peaks in the French Alps. Our trip was perfectly timed, just before the vacances scolaires began, which meant fewer crowds and a ...
Five Paris Chocolatiers to Know—Beyond the Classics
Americans who love Paris often arrive with a chocolate checklist already in mind. La Maison du Chocolat, Debauve & Gallais, perhaps Jean-Paul Hévin—iconic names, elegant boutiques, and a sense of history that feels unmistakably French.
But Paris’s chocolate scene doesn’t end with the grand ...
The Paris Postcard: The Winter Calendar Decoded
le 23 janvier 2026
Each week, the Paris Postcard shares what’s new, noteworthy, and utterly enchanting in the City of Light. Paris in late January has a particular charm—quieter streets, a wintry light, and a calendar filled with cultural pleasures for those who know where to look. This week, the ...
