It’s almost picnic season in Paris, which means tossing a gingham cloth into your suitcase, along with a few plastic plates, sets of utensils and glasses (and that all-important bottle opener), could prove to be a clever packing strategy. Sure, it’s pleasurable to sit by the Seine and simply nibble on a takeaway baguette sandwich, […]
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Ten Cosy Winter-Perfect Paris Restaurants
There are atmospheric eateries all over Paris, serving up hearty, feel-good fare that warms your soul as much as your stomach. Here are just some to add to your Paris in Winter itinerary … Au Petit Suisse This ultra-charming restaurant, dating back to 1791, is an absolute treasure. There’s a lovely terrace on which to […]
Feast for the Senses: Paris’s Exquisite Art Nouveau Restaurants
Art Nouveau was a decorative style of applied art that flowered in Paris from around 1890 through to the First World War. And flowering was the operative word, for Art Nouveau was inspired by the flowing forms and soft shades of nature — think tendrils, lilies and dragonflies; pale green finishes and shimmering floral mosaics. […]
Paris on a Plate: Ten Cookbooks Inspired by the City of Light
Paris is a city that serves up one food revelation after another, so it’s not surprising that we try to recreate our gastronomic memories in-between visits. If you need help keeping those remembrances alive, these cookbooks will take your tastebuds back to your happy place … Tasting Paris: 100 Recipes to Eat Like a […]