I’ve always referred to my in-town apartment as a pied-à-terre. It sounded chic and cosmopolitan—the perfect city base, a “foot-on-the-ground” for someone who mainly lives elsewhere. In my mind, it was a convenient little nest for errands, short stays, or easy escapes from the suburbs.
But my ...
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 ...
Five French Novels Every Francophile Should Know
When I studied French in college, reading classics like Les Misérables and Candide felt more like an academic obligation than a cultural adventure. At the time, I didn’t realize how profoundly these books would shape my understanding of French culture, humor, and even the French way of seeing the ...
The Paris Postcard: Marie Antoinette’s Corset, Matisse, and Splendors of the Season
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 begins. The ...
Major Restaurant Groups Shaping the Paris Dining Scene
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 ...
The Paris Postcard: Timeless Treasures, Vintage Charm, and the Radiance of Renoir
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 to ...
