The buses of Paris are perhaps the most underrated mode of transportation. They’re easier to board and you get some amazing views through Paris along the ride! We’ve put together an extensive guide of line 87, which takes you on a grand tour of the best sites of the Left Bank and beyond! ... Read More
One of the pleasures of spending time in Paris is stumbling by chance on a wonderful flea market. That’s what happened recently on rue Cler when we went out to do a bit of food shopping on our favorite market street. Set up all along the street were stalls with all sorts of vintage and antique treasures to discover! ... Read More
This decadent delight, made from a wheel of soft French cheese, will win over the affections of all. With a short ingredient list and simple preparation method, this recipe is one of the easiest – yet most delicious – you’ll ever make. Serve as an appetizer or a mid-day snack to share with fellow cheese-lovers! ... Read More
You don’t have to have a ring on your finger to enjoy the romance of Valentine’s day, especially when you’re in Paris! The city itself radiates romance through its architecture, divine foods and overwhelming beauty. Although Paris is fabulous for lovers, anybody can celebrate their love of Paris in so many sweet ways. From tempting treats to early blossoms read on to find out our five favorite Parisian Valentine’s Day activities! ... Read More
In order to be a flaneur, one must wander somewhat aimlessly around Paris, taking in the sights, scents and unique discoveries that can only be found in the City of Light. Madelyn has become very adept at this Parisian pastime, so she’s here to share her findings with you! This is part two in our continuing series, in which Madelyn explores the streets of Saint Germain and savors the beauty of Paris on a crisp morning! ... Read More
Remember the apartment horror that we helped our client purchase? It’s truly going to be “un petit bijou” – or little jewel! It’s still being completed, but the renovation is so dramatic that I had to share a sneak peek so you could see the complete transformation of this charming Parisian studio apartment! ... Read More
Brrrrr … it has been “Le Grand Froid,” or the Big Chill, in Paris this weekend! With temperatures hovering around zero, our local wine store offered samples of their delicious Chartreuse liqueur. They handed me the recipe for Choco-Chartreuse, or Hot Chocolate with a dash of Chartreuse Liqueur, promising the 130 herbs and spices in the Chartreuse would do us a world of good. When it’s that cold, it couldn’t hurt, right? ... Read More
Searching for that perfect apartment to buy in Paris? Want a property you can transform into your dream pied-à-terre? Love the Marais? If you answered yes to those questions, we may have found just the right apartment for you in Paris. It’s renovation ready, but has so much potential. Take a look and see if this property for sale could be your new home away from home in Paris! ... Read More
The famous market street, Rue Cler, already has individual shops dedicated to honey, chocolate and even whipped cream, so it was about time they made room for tea! Mariage Frères is arguably the finest and oldest tea brand in France, and perusing their shop is an exciting sensory experience. Come have a peek inside this fascinating tea emporium! ... Read More
From January 6th to February 16th, 2016, all of Paris is on sale! Score discounted high-end goods or save beaucoup bucks at lower-end shops! The longer the sale goes, the better the discounts get, so hurry into the boutiques and department stores of Paris and shop before all the good stock is gone! ... Read More
Big names like the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay certainly deserve their good reputation, but there’s so much to discover in the small museums of Paris. At the Musée Gustave Moreau, you’ll dive into the past, discovering Moreau’s family home and art studio. Peer into the fantastical mind of this Symbolist painter, known for his elaborate settings and mythological subjects! ... Read More
In a perfect world, we’d all get to experience Paris when the weather is sunny and beautiful. Unfortunately, rain is a common occurrence here, but don’t worry – there are plenty of indoor activities to keep you both entertained and dry. Click through for a helpful list of what to do and where to escape when the weather turns gray! ... Read More
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