Madelyn
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Paris is Feeling the Holiday Spirit – And So Are We!
December 23rd, 2015This year, more than ever, we’re filled with the Christmas Spirit. Seeing the sparkling lights, decorations and seasonal foods along the streets only adds to that warm feeling in our hearts. Today we’re sharing a video that beautifully captures the spirit of Paris at Christmastime – a time for family, traditions, love and reflection. Happy Holidays everyone! ... Read More
The Fascinating Life of a Flâneuse – Hermès Exhibition
December 22nd, 2015Paris Perfect founder, Madelyn, loves to wander, or flâner, through the beautiful streets of Paris, so she decided to start a new blog series about the unexpected things she finds on her walks! To kick off the series, Madelyn shares her experience of stumbling across a funny and surreal art exhibition on the banks of the Seine, where she discovers a new way of defining the word “flâneur!” ... Read More
Standing Strong with Paris
November 16th, 2015We thank all of you for your heartfelt expressions of solidarity and friendship after the terrible tragedies in Paris. Our hearts go out to all those affected by these horrendous acts. While we mourn, together with the people of France and around the world, we also remain committed (more than ever) to continuing to celebrate the people, places and moments that makes this incredible city so special. ... Read More
Flying Back to the US – What Do I Bring For The Family?
October 27th, 2015This week, Madelyn is flying into the US to attend a conference and visit her kids. She packed every square inch of her suitcase with gifts for her family, most of them unique and a little unexpected! Find out what a seasoned lover of Paris brings back – you may even get a few ideas for your own souvenir shopping! ... Read More
In an Old House in Paris All Covered With Vines
October 13th, 2015With their adventures and captivating characters, the stories we read as children can inspire us in unbelievable ways. Find out how the Madeline stories by Ludwig Bemelmans inspired Paris Made Perfect founder Madelyn when she was a little girl, and how those memories all came rushing back with a surprise gift from her son! ... Read More
Live Like a King – Place des Vosges Apartment for Sale!
September 18th, 2015If you’ve been dreaming of living in Paris, then we’ve found a stunning apartment where you can truly live like royalty. Set in the beautiful Place des Vosges in the Marais, one of the prettiest squares in Paris, this two bedroom property is a rare find. With the strong US dollar now is a great time to buy property in Paris. This remarkable apartment will sell quickly, so contact us to find out more! ... Read More
Easy One-Pan Dinner: Flan with Tuna & Roasted Vegetables
August 28th, 2015When you don’t feel like slaving over the stove, simple recipes are the best. We all need those easy, one-pan meals that can quickly feed the entire family or be kept as leftovers. Madelyn’s flan recipe is not only simple, it can also be modified in a multitude of ways to suit your tastes! ... Read More
The Glorious Chickens of Bresse and How to Cook Them
July 3rd, 2015The chickens from the small region of Bresse, France are known worldwide as the highest quality and most delicious. Madelyn shares her discovery of these special chickens and learns all about their rigorous standards of quality. Also included is one of her favorite recipes: Poulet de Bresse with Cream Sauce and Morel Mushrooms. ... Read More
Sneak Preview: Behind the Scenes at the Gorgeous New Hermitage Apartment!
June 1st, 2015Ready for a rare sneak peek of one of our newest Paris vacation rentals? We’re putting the finishing touches on the Hermitage apartment and very soon it will be ready for the first guests to arrive. Be the first to book a stay in this stunning new Paris apartment! ... Read More
Gorgeous Paris Apartment for Sale! Balcony, Best Location and View €1,079,000
May 22nd, 2015Madelyn, Paris Perfect founder, has a keen eye and rare talent for finding the most incredible Paris apartments. She’s done it again with this gem of an apartment with a lovely balcony and beautiful views of the Eiffel Tower just one block away. This one will sell fast! ... Read More
Christian Constant’s Recipe: Côte de Boeuf a l’Echalote Grise
May 11th, 2015Christian Constant is one of the most renowned chefs in France and his restaurants in the 7th arrondissement are a favorite with our guests. Try one of his best recipes for Rib of Beef with Gray Shallots at home! ... Read More
Recipe for Maddy’s Healthy Grains Breakfast Cereal
March 17th, 2015Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, and nothing is better than a healthy start! With a little creativity you can make your own healthy breakfast cereal. Here’s a great recipe to start out! ... Read More
Paris Apartment Remodeling: Check out the Champagne!
March 9th, 2015Remodeling a Paris apartment takes passion, patience and a whole lot of experience. The Champagne apartment is the perfect example! Check out our remodeling tips, lessons learned and the beautiful final results to create one of our most popular vacation rentals. ... Read More
Leftover Baguettes Make Great Croutons!
January 18th, 2015We always have leftover baguettes after meals, and instead of throwing them away I slice them thinly and make croutons. They’re super easy to make and perfect for winter soups or summer salads! ... Read More
Potage au Courgettes et Chevre — Zucchini and Goat Cheese Soup
January 18th, 2015Winter’s chill set in last week, with temperatures below freezing. It was a perfect motivation to cook two easy soups that we love. We make this soap with my favorite cheese, dry chevre – or goat’s cheese. ... Read More
