The 24th Annual Biennale des Antiquaires, one of the largest and most prestigious art fairs in the world, will open to the public on Thursday, September 11 at the Grand Palais.
Every variety of rare and unique object d’art, ranging from ancient antiquities, to jewelry, furniture and ...
September in Passy: Blue Skies and Parisian Charm
The weather in Passy couldn’t be more perfect this September. For the past two mornings, I’ve woken to brilliant blue skies stretching above the rooftops. This photo was taken from my dining room window—my little ritual spot for morning coffee, emails, and posting to the site. There’s something ...
La Vie en Rose
The International Competition of Roses is underway in the Roseraie of the Parc de Bagatelle.
This annual event started in 1907. For the past two years, the public has been asked to participate by selecting three of their favorite roses based on beauty and one based on fragrance. The person whose ...
Jardin de Cristal
A special exhibit of the most prestigious crystal manufacturers of France is on display in the Parc de Bagatelle. Baccarat, Daum, Lalique and Saint Louis have joined together to celebrate the flora and fauna of the park. This is an amazing display of artistry.
Likewise, the Orangerie de Bagatelle ...
Sunday Afternoon in the Park
Today, I visited the Parc de Bagatelle, in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne. Although the threat of rain loomed overhead, the park was well worth visiting. It was so picturesque that I had to remind myself that I was in Paris and not the Loire Valley.
The Parc de Bagatelle has an interesting ...
Passy – J’aime Mon Quartier
I have a darling little apartment in a neighborhood called Passy. It is located in the sixteenth arrondissement, nestled between the Eiffel Tower and the Bois de Boulogne.
I love this neighborhood and have come to know it well. This is the Paris of Parisians, complete with a bustling marketplace, ...
