Anyone who has spent a serious amount of time in Paris knows the word well: ‘non’. Here are a few of the ‘nons’ you may hear on your Parisian adventure. …read more
The first time it happened, it caught me off guard. I paused for a microsecond, then shook it off as an isolated incident and continued on with my day. A few weeks later, though, it happened again… and then again… until one day, it just became the norm. I am talking, of course, about that… …read more
There are plenty of ways you can ring in the new year with Gallic style. Here are some tips on how to celebrate New Year’s Eve like the French. …read more
No other beverage is more associated with New Year’s Eve than champagne. Selecting the right bottle for the most sparkling night of the year can be a daunting task. These expert tips will help guide you choose the best champagne for New Year’s Eve. …read more
In a city known for its gratuitous beauty, Paris shines especially bright during the holidays. You can see staggering displays of elegance and creativity throughout the French capital. Here’s a look behind the scenes of the holiday display at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann plus an in-store gift exclusively for HIP Paris readers. …read more
While the French and expats in Paris are always ready to join in any food-related fun, finding the ingredients for Thanksgiving, on the other hand, is a bit more tricky. A chef in Paris shares her professional tips for making your Thanksgiving planning a little easier and less of a headache. …read more
Colder months have fallen on Paris and with it, comes the ideal season to explore the eerie side of the City of Light. …read more
As dreamy as French men can be, the ones I dated so far were, contrary to popular belief, just that – a dream. Instead of turning into a great love affair, or my future French husband, they became long-voice memos for my girlfriends to listen to and gasp at back home. …read more
Strikes are part and parcel of French life. Here are our best ways of getting around Paris during the strikes. …read more
We recently spoke to Clare VIvier about 15 years of her eponymous brand, her new book Paris Chic/LA Cool: La Vie de Clare V., Paris pop-up and collaboration with Monoprix. …read more
In France, la rentrée is not just about families and their children. Each September, almost the entire population faces their regular routines after a long holiday season. …read more
French potty perils abound. So, we’ve put together this simple guide to help you navigate the waters of les toilettes Parisiennes. As they say, courage. …read more
With an expired visa and packed boxes, I sat in my beautiful Parisian apartment. I told myself that I would surely find a way to return to Paris. I never once imagined that eight years later, I’d still be fighting passionately to maintain une vie parisienne in New York City. …read more
