Les Soldes 2017: It’s Winter Sale Season in Paris!
December 26th, 2016The Winter Sales are coming! From January 11th to February 21st, 2017, get ready to score the best deals of the New Year in the grand department stores and trendy boutiques of Paris. Combine the discounts with low-season airfare and apartment rates, and you could be living the shopaholic’s dream like a true Parisian! ... Read More
Joyeuses Fêtes from Paris Perfect!
December 21st, 2016Happy holidays from Paris Perfect! We love the holiday time in Paris – when the City of Light truly sparkles. The holiday season is the most magical time of year, with enchanting Christmas markets, twinkling lights and festive charm. All the beauty of Christmas in Paris has been captured in this gorgeous video by our friend David C. Phillips. Enjoy being transported to Paris this holiday season! ... Read More
Traditional Christmas Food in France: How to Have a Festive French Holiday Feast!
December 12th, 2016The French have some wonderful food traditions when it comes to the end-of-year holidays! If you have an affinity for all things French, then why not incorporate some of these traditions into your own holiday table this year? From pre-dinner drinks to dessert, keep reading to find out how to throw an amazing holiday party—the French way! ... Read More
Inside a French Pharmacy: The Best Things to Buy
December 11th, 2016In Paris, you’ll find a ‘pharmacie’ on almost every street corner, but they’re not simply for headache pills or indigestion cures, they’re also a haven for amazing French products that you can’t find elsewhere as easily. From Caudelie’s Beauty Elixir to Nuxe’s honey lip balm, here are the best things to buy inside a French Pharmacie! ... Read More
French and American Cultural Differences: It’s the Little Things!
December 11th, 2016Did you know that Europeans start counting on their hands with their thumbs, while Americans begin with their index finger? Or that most French people have no idea how to open an American carton of milk? These little cultural differences are telltale signs of someone’s nationality that would immediately blow your cover if you were an international spy! ... Read More
The Best Bûches de Noël of the 2016 Holiday Season!
December 5th, 2016Every single year during the holiday season, the best pastry chefs all around Paris reveal their much-anticipated Bûches de Noël, or yule logs. This year, there are some truly magnificent bûches to choose from, from Angelina’s White Peacock to Foucade’s gluten-free version. Any of these would make for a stunning centerpiece to your holiday dessert table! ... Read More
Twin Paris Apartments Get Incredible, Unique Designs!
December 2nd, 2016What do you do when you have two twin apartments in the same building, with similar floor plans, but owned by two separate families with very different styles and needs? Renovate, decorate and make each one unique! That’s exactly what we did with the Montagny and Monthelie apartments. Come see how special and gorgeous each one turned out! ... Read More
A Rare Film of Paris in the 1920s – Then vs. Now!
November 29th, 2016We came across a fascinating film that shows scenes of Paris during the 1920s, and thought it would be fun to see how much the city has transformed since then. As it turns out, not much has changed in 100 years! From the Garnier Opera to waiters’ uniforms, Paris continues to be one of the most beautiful and historic cities on earth! ... Read More
See Paris On the Go with a Free Paris Running Tour
November 28th, 2016For anyone who wants to pump up their endorphins while seeing sights such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe up close, the Free Paris Running Tour is for you! This is a chance to stay fit and glowing while you admire the city’s great beauty. Read on to see what’s in store and how to book this free tour! ... Read More
Amazing Savings During Our Black Friday Sale!
November 25th, 2016We are thrilled to announce the start of our exciting Black Friday Sale! This amazing opportunity to save big is running now through Cyber Monday, which means you have 4 days to save on a magical trip to Paris, London, Rome or Florence! Book now for the most incredible savings – you don’t want to miss out! ... Read More
Buly 1803: The Most Unique Beauty Boutique in Paris!
November 23rd, 2016Rooted in a once-famous 19th century cosmetics brand, this beautifully styled boutique offers some of the most unique and interesting fragrances, natural oils and beauty products in Paris. Not only is the packaging delightfully antique, they also have an in-house calligrapher who labels all the products—you’ve never seen a store quite like this! ... Read More
A Hearty French Onion Cassoulet to Keep You Warm This Winter
November 21st, 2016Inspired by two of France’s most beloved recipes, this comforting dish combines the flavors of French Onion Soup with the richness of a traditional white-bean Cassoulet, while cutting down on cook time significantly. This French Onion Cassoulet is exactly what you need to warm up on those cold fall and winter days! ... Read More
The 2016 Holiday Window Displays Have Arrived!
November 18th, 2016One of the best parts of spending the holiday season in Paris are the festive decorations all throughout the city, and that includes department store window displays. Sparkling, animated and magical, they bring out the inner child in everybody: You can’t help but smile! Here’s a look at some of the best windows of 2016! ... Read More
Find the Perfect Piece of Parisian Art at Carré d’Artistes
November 16th, 2016Everyone wants to remember their trip to Paris. Whether you’re watching the Eiffel Tower light up the night sky for the first time or visiting your favorite haunts, each stay is unique, and each one deserves its own memento. In a city famed for its artistic heritage, a handpicked piece of art makes for the perfect souvenir! ... Read More
Madelyn Discovers an Amazing New Cheese Shop!
November 14th, 2016From classics like Brie, Camembert and aged Comté, to more imaginative creations like Nougat de Gouda and Gingerbread-spiced Chèvre, France is the best place on earth to discover the vast world of cheese. Madelyn recently discovered a beautiful new fromagerie, just off of rue Cer, that will make any cheese-lover’s dreams come true! ... Read More
