Cire Trudon – The Oldest Candlemaker in Paris
January 10th, 2017Almost 400 years ago, a little candle company was established in Paris on Rue Saint Honoré, providing candles to the royal court and parishes throughout the city. Cire Trudon now specializes in scented candles: thoughtfully formulated aromas that will transport you to a different time and place, each with its own personality and narrative. ... Read More
A Quirky Home Décor Boutique in the Heart of the Marais
August 2nd, 2016From antique magnifying glasses to gilded picture frames and taxidermied butterflies, De Bouche à Oreille is a veritable cabinet of curiosities. This small treasure chest of a shop on a quiet street in the Marais district is the perfect place to shop for a truly unique home décor piece that will easily fit in your suitcase! ... 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
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
Beautifully Hand-Crafted French Ceramics in the Latin Quarter
July 27th, 2015If you’re looking for the perfect, high quality, unique souvenir to bring home, look no further than this Latin Quarter favorite. You’ll find an array of ceramics and pottery, all lovingly handmade in various regions of France. Some are utilitarian and others are works of art, but any item you choose will last a lifetime. ... Read More
