Now Showing at the Musée d’Orsay – Pierre Bonnard, Painter of Arcadia
July 2nd, 2015There’s a whole world to discover when it comes to Parisian art, especially art of the post-impressionist period. We visited the Pierre Bonnard Exhibition and found a body of work that is full of life and color. You may have never heard of Bonnard, but after seeing his lighthearted paintings, you’ll walk out of the Musée d’Orsay with a newfound love! ... Read More
The Best Special Art Exhibitions to See in Paris this Summer
June 22nd, 2015Every month a new art exhibition is being advertised in posters throughout Paris, and summer 2015 certainly doesn’t disappoint! Dive into the frivolous 18th-century world of “Tea, Coffee and Chocolate” at the Musée Cognacq-Jay or come to a deeper understanding of “Napoleon & Paris” at the Musée Carnavalet. There’s something for all tastes this summer in Paris! ... Read More
Hit the Beach for Summertime Fun in Paris!
June 17th, 2015We love Paris in the summer when it sizzles – and when the Paris Plages arrive! Come vacation like the Parisians do along the sandy banks of the Seine: transformed into a seaside resort complete with beaches, umbrellas, games, activities and music. It’s all about having fun in the sun with friends or the entire family! ... Read More
6 Fun Things You Need to Do This August in Paris!
June 17th, 2015Calmer streets, green gardens, ice cream and oodles of fun activities for everyone – August in Paris has a lot to offer! We’ve found the very best things to do this summer whether you’re an art lover, a parent with kids to entertain, or you simply love to relax in the sunshine with a glass of sparkling wine. Come see what a Parisian summer of leisure is really like! ... Read More
Our Team Explores the Best Paris Tours
February 16th, 2015During our recent team meeting in Paris, we hit the streets of Paris to discover the very best tours and travel experiences to share with our guests. From decadent chocolate tours to adventurous rides through the streets of Paris, here are some of our new favorites! ... Read More
Longchamp’s Famous Le Pliage Bag Now in Leather!
February 23rd, 2012From March 5th to March 20th, Galeris Lafayette will be launching the new Le Pliage Cuir leather handbag in a world-wide exclusive! ... Read More
Restaurants Open in Paris for Christmas and New Year Dining
December 7th, 2011If you’re looking for a truly spectacular meal for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve, then be sure to give one of Paris’ best restaurants a call to reserve your table. ... Read More
Cool Restaurants for Teenagers in Paris
November 10th, 2011One of our guests recently went on the hunt for some teenage-friendly restaurants in Paris and found that most French kids seem to be eating either American or Asian foods! If your children are not keen to try the local food, then here are their top three picks that are sure to please the fussiest of eaters. ... Read More
The Perfect Arrival in Paris
February 20th, 2011The first glimpse of the Eiffel Tower when I’ve been away from Paris is always magical. As our taxi zoomed around the Boulevard Périphérique, I could tell we were getting close to the center of Paris when I spotted “La Grande Dame” lit up against the night sky. My romantic heart skipped a few beats! ... Read More
Our Essential Tips for Families Traveling to Paris
October 14th, 2010Paris is an exciting city to discover as a family, and offers a fun choice of kid-friendly sights. Here are some tips for families traveling to Paris that we’ve learned from traveling in Paris with our own children — and from our family, friends and guests. ... Read More
Secret Shoppers: Finding the Best Pâtisserie’s in Paris !
October 6th, 2010The writer of Raids-Pâtisseries has a goal to ‘raid’ pastry shops and perform secret taste tests on a specific kind of pastry, awarding five stars to the best and revealing the worst in a dramatically honest way. Completely after my own heart and Vive la France and this great nation of food police! ... Read More
Our Favorite Kitchen Shops for Chefs
September 8th, 2010If you love to cook, we recommend a trip to E. Dehillerin and A. Simon where you’ll find with everything a restaurant needs from monogrammed dishes, blank menu boards, wonderful porcelain terrines, to knives, pots and pans, even Styrofoam shaped as the Eiffel Tower, which you can take home as a kitsch souvenir or use for cocktail parties, covered with cheeses and cold meats, tomatoes, and so on. (Yes, that’s what I use mine for.) ... Read More
Our Top 5 Restaurants in the 7th Arrondissement
September 1st, 2010The 7th arrondissement is famous for its outstanding restaurants. We’ve spent many years eating in the area and are delighted to share our top 5 restaurants picks with you. ... Read More
