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 wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. We…
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 maisons. Quietly—and sometimes deliberately—other chocolatiers have…
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…
le 16 janvier 2026 Your weekly Paris Postcard is here—bringing you the city’s latest delights, secret spots, and little moments of magic, all wrapped up in Parisian style. With a wealth of special events and attractions throughout the city, colder days are doing nothing to slow anyone down. Paris Déco…
There’s something truly magical about the Parisian tradition of brocantes and vide-greniers – those enchanting second-hand markets where elegant vintage treasures await discovery. Imagine a delicate Limoges porcelain dish gracing your table, an ashtray from the legendary Ritz Paris as a sophisticated trinket holder, beautiful damask table linens with intricate…
le 9 janvier 2026 Bienvenue to the Paris Postcard — your weekly roundup of the latest happenings in Paris. The holiday crowds have gone, cafés feel cozier than ever, and Paris is settling into one of its most intimate seasons — made even more magical this week by the rare…
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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