A Day in Paris: Visit an Exhibition at the Jacquemart Andre’ Museum and then … an Excellent Lunch!
June 21st, 2011If you’re looking for a wonderful way to spend a day in Paris, don’t miss the fabulous Caillebotte Brothers exhibition at the Jacquemart Andre’ Museum. Start your morning with a stroll along the Seine to the museum, and then treat yourself to a delicious lunch at some of our recommended eateries before heading home. ... Read More
Paris Question on the Eve of D-Day: Where is this Statue?
June 5th, 2011Paris never ceases to surprise me with new discoveries, from small details such as a carving on a fountain, to entire buildings I’ve never noticed before. ... Read More
La Dolce Vita: An Apartment in Rome, Italy
April 28th, 2011My sisters Pat and Lisa run Italy Perfect Vacation Rentals. Lisa was in Rome last week and asked me to join her for a few days to help finish a new apartment. The chance to catch up with Lisa and visit Rome was too tempting to turn down so I flew there last week, my first visit in several years. ... Read More
Recipe for my Favorite Lemon Tart; French Tarte au Citron
April 22nd, 2011Delicious Lemon Tart Recipe – French Tarte au Citron Are you like me – when warm weather appears, you yearn for berries and tart fruit flavors for dessert? One of my favorite recipes is this one for Tarte au Citron, adapted from 3 or 4 recipes over the years There are 2 secrets, and ... Read More
Paris Marathon 2011
April 17th, 2011It couldn’t have been a more picture perfect day on April 10th for the 35th Marathon de Paris. The trees lining the grand boulevards of were leafed out in bright greens and the sky was a clear blue… ... Read More
Paris Cafés — There’s Nothing More Parisian!
March 26th, 2011We had the most beautiful week in Paris, one of those weeks when you finally feel the start of spring. The sun shone brilliantly from morning to sunset, weather was warm and everyone was smiling… ... Read More
Art Nouveau Architecture in Paris’ 7th Arrondissement
March 22nd, 2011One of the many reasons that I love staying in the 7th arrondissement in Paris is that I feel that there is something wonderful, and often unexpected, to discover around every corner. Like the first time I turned a corner and stood face to face with Jules Lavirotte’s outrageous Art Nouveau masterpiece on avenue Rapp. Step on the balcony of the Chardonnay Paris rental and you can see the building at the end of the street. This Lavirotte building will stop you in your tracks! Here are a few of my favorite examples of Art Nouveau architecture in Paris. ... Read More
Eiffel’s Tower – An Excellent Read!
February 28th, 2011A good friend gave me a copy of Eiffel’s Tower by Jill Jonnes and I had the pleasure to read it last month. It’s not just the fascinating story of how the Eiffel Tower was built, it is an equally engaging series of vignettes about this amazing era of discovery. ... Read More
The Perfect Arrival in Paris
February 20th, 2011The first glimpse of the Eiffel Tower when I’ve been away from Paris is always magical. As our taxi zoomed around the Boulevard Périphérique, I could tell we were getting close to the center of Paris when I spotted “La Grande Dame” lit up against the night sky. My romantic heart skipped a few beats! ... Read More
Movies Set in Paris to Put You in the Mood!
February 1st, 2011From the romantic Amelié to the hilarious As Good as it Gets with Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson, the last scenes from Sex and the City, or the action-packed Frantic, you’re bound to find a movie to put you in the Paris mood! ... Read More
Paris Fashion: Boots Are All the Rage!
January 31st, 2011Boots are all the rage in Paris this year, not just for winter, but to wear all year long. And what a selection… ... Read More
Navarin of Lamb — A Delicious Winter Stew!
January 25th, 2011We invited six friends to dinner last week and decided to prepare a one-dish meal, Navarin of Lamb. This a classic French country dish and easy to make. with a delicious combination of lamb and vegetables marinated in red wine. ... Read More
