How to Make Canelés, Specialty Treats from Bordeaux!
February 9th, 2016Canelés are delightful cake-like, custardy pastries from the region of Bordeaux. Madelyn attempts to bake these little beauties, but finds that they’re a bit more complicated than she originally thought. In the end, she succeeds in finding a simplified recipe, but not without some laughs and hiccups along the way! At least they tasted delicious! ... Read More
What It’s like to Be a Photographer During Paris Fashion Week
February 6th, 2016Twice a year in Paris, something magical happens: Haute Couture week. Celebrities, models, designers and fashion editors descend upon the city, making their way to each beautiful show venue. But for those of us who remain outside the fashion elite, what is Fashion week really like? Photographer Brandie Raasch takes you inside the Haute Couture world of Paris. ... Read More
Public Transportation in Paris – Everything You Need to Know
February 5th, 2016Metro, bus, RER, zones, maps and tickets! Do these words make you feel anxious? It can be quite overwhelming to figure out the Paris transportation system, especially on your first trip. This blog post will give you a run-down of the system in easy-to-understand terms, so you can feel more confident getting from point A to point B! ... Read More
Maintain Your Healthy Lifestyle with Pilates in Paris
February 3rd, 2016So you’re coming to Paris! Are you reluctant to abandon your everyday health and fitness routine at home? Not to worry – we can arrange private Pilates lessons in your very own Paris apartment. After an invigorating lesson or two, you’ll be able to return home with your mind at ease, knowing you’ve already burned off all those extra croissants! ... Read More
Paris by Bus: Exploring the City on the 87 Bus
January 28th, 2016The 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
Treasure Hunting at the Rue Cler Brocante Market
January 27th, 2016One 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
The Best Way to Enjoy Brie & Camembert – Baked with Garlic & Herbs!
January 24th, 2016This 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
5 Paris Valentine’s Day Activities For Everyone to Enjoy!
January 22nd, 2016You 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
The Fascinating Life of a Flaneuse – Crisp Morning Run
January 20th, 2016In 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
Can This Apartment Be Salvaged? – An Update!
January 19th, 2016Remember 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
For the Winter Chill: Hot Chocolate with Chartreuse!
January 18th, 2016Brrrrr … 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
Perfect Renovation-Ready Marais Apartment for Sale in Paris
January 15th, 2016Searching 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
A Terrific New Tea Emporium Just Opened on Rue Cler!
January 13th, 2016The 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
The Most Anticipated Shopping Event of the New Year is Here!
January 8th, 2016From 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
Travel Back in Time at the Musée Gustave Moreau
January 5th, 2016Big 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
