A Taste of France: Philippe’s Croque Monsieur Appetizers
December 17th, 2020Philippe has survived the lockdown by recording 52 operas and eating some of his favorite French foods. I enjoy eating with him, but leave the opera watching to the fanatic. There’s wine, Champagne and gougère, the light cheese ball that goes so well with Champagne. Here’s our recipe for easy gougère. ... Read More
Meet Vivant, the Newest Fractional Co-Ownership Apartment from Paris Perfect Shared
November 12th, 2020It’s been nine months in the making, but we’re excited to introduce you to our latest Paris Perfect Shared apartment – the Vivant! A true labor of love, 10 of the 13 shares were sold prior to this public launch! ... Read More
Learn more about Paris Perfect Shared and the Co-Ownership Concept
November 12th, 2020With Paris Perfect, we made our mark through renting luxury short-term vacation rentals in Paris’ best locations, and after 20+ years in business and thousands of guests, our business has naturally evolved. Thanks to our stellar reputation in vacation rentals and property management, many of our guests have shared with us their dream of owning an apartment in Paris. ... Read More
Winter 2020 Paris Real Estate Update: Temporary Weakness is a Buying Opportunity
November 9th, 2020The lock downs due to the pandemic and economic uncertainty meant that real estate transactions fell 28% in Paris during the second quarter. However, prices themselves strengthened. The overall annual increase in central Paris was 8%. We’ve correctly predicted price trends over the past five years; correctly calling a terrific buying opportunity in Paris. Prices have risen double digit in the top neighborhoods, and we don’t believe it will stop there. ... Read More
Santé! Here’s how to Create a French Apéro at Home
September 14th, 2020The French have mastered the art of joie de vivre (joy of living). Take the very French ritual of l’apéro. This is the time of day after work that is celebrated with a drink and snack before dinner. It’s not just about the food and drink (though those are certainly important). It’s about relaxing with friends and taking a moment to reset and appreciate life. Here’s how to create a French apéro at home, when you can’t get to Paris. ... Read More
The 7 Best Streets in the 7th Arrondissement of Paris
August 18th, 2020The 7th arrondissement of Paris is filled with most of the main tourist attractions. The Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, the Musee d’Orsay – and the list goes on. But did you know that the 7th arrondissement also has some incredible streets that are absolutely worth wandering, end to end? ... Read More
The 7 Best Coffee Cafés in the 7th Arrondissement of Paris
July 25th, 2020So you’re staying in the 7th arrondissement, and you’re hankering for a cup of coffee – a proper coffee though, the delicious kind that’s still quite new to the Paris café scene. ... Read More
7 Ways to Bring Paris Into Your Home Until You Return to France
June 8th, 2020Are you longing to be in the City of Light? Well, never fear–we have a great solution! We’re bringing Paris to you with a slew of ideas for your home. Whether it’s a little pick-me-up or a full meal worthy of the finest restaurants in Paris, we’ve got some suggestions to help stave off your Paris cravings, until you can hop a plane bound for CDG. ... Read More
How to Speak French Like a Local: School French vs. Real French
March 3rd, 2020Did you learn to speak French in school? Have you been taking online courses or doing Duolingo? All of that is great preparation for any trip to Paris. The locals definitely appreciate when foreigners make the effort to speak their language, but attempt any conversation further than ordering dinner or asking for directions and you might find yourself thinking, “It sounds like the French phrase I learned… almost!” ... Read More
Parisian Handbag Designers You Need to Know
February 20th, 2020While Paris is the city of luxury handbags, iconic brands Louis Vuitton and Hermès among them, who are the new designers crafting the soon-to-be most coveted bag collections? As a local handbag designer creating my own label for the past ten years, I took to the Parisian streets to meet the women and men behind these exclusive labels. ... Read More
10 Museum Exhibitions in Paris to See in 2020
February 18th, 2020If you love art and culture catch the best museum exhibitions in Paris this year. Treat yourself to an inspiring trip in 2020, with a chic Paris Perfect vacation apartment on the side. Here are 10 of our must-see exhibitions. ... Read More
12 Offbeat Things to See in Paris (When you Think you’ve Seen it All)
February 11th, 2020The French capital is full of surprises, even for seasoned travelers. We’ve rounded up 12 offbeat things to see in Paris, from urban vineyards to kooky clocks, pet cemeteries and even the Statue of Liberty! ... Read More
2020 Paris Real Estate Report: Prices Expected to Increase
February 4th, 2020According to luxury real estate agency Knight Frank, Paris is expected to lead global cities in terms of price increases, predicting a 7% rise. If you scan our analyses over the past four years, we called it. Importantly, Paris is not becoming unaffordable, because much of the price increases over the past three years are playing catch up with other major cities in the world. ... Read More
Vintage Shopping in Paris: Some of the Best Spots in the Fashion Capital
January 21st, 2020With Paris the world’s fashion capital, once home to venerated designers including Coco Chanel, Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent, where better to embark on a vintage shopping spree? You may even find timeless treasures crafted by these very designers. The question is, with so many consignment and vintage shops, referred to as dépôt–vente by the locals, where to go vintage shopping in Paris? Allow me to share my favorite addresses. ... Read More
A Guide to Paris Cemeteries
January 14th, 2020Offering natural beauty, rich history and striking sculptures, Paris cemeteries are serene spots for a stroll. There are 14 within the city limits, home to the graves of famous names. For our guide to Paris cemeteries, we’ve selected 10 of the best, from iconic spots to insider secrets. ... Read More
