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NYC Fashion Versus La Mode Parisienne

Both New York and Paris are fashion capitals. With one city opening fashion month and the other closing it, what sets these beloved metropolises apart?
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Parisian Living

Expat Entrepreneurs in Paris: La Chambre Paris

Moving to a foreign country, learning a new language, and finding work is daunting enough, let alone starting your own business! But that’s exactly what Ian and Alison from French bed linen company La Chambre Paris have done. We recently spoke to American-born Alison about life in the City of Light....read more

01 / 19 / 21

Parisian Living

6 Must-Read Contemporary French Female Writers

There are plenty of fabulous french female writers to discover. And if you don’t speak French, you can always opt for the English version. If you're on the lookout for new contemporary authors, look no further....read more

01 / 15 / 21

Parisian Living

My Perfect Day in Paris with Kasia Dietz

We caught up with the American handbag designer Kasia Dietz to get a closer look at her perfect day in Paris, which includes coffee, shopping, and a few can't miss museums. ...read more

01 / 13 / 21

Parisian Living

Seven Ways to Bring France Into Your Home

There’s just something dreamy about French interiors. Here are seven ways to bring a touch of France to your home. ...read more

01 / 07 / 21

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Parisian Living

Paris’ Best Cocktail Bars Now

Paris is known to be the city of food, but there is no better place to drink the night away than the French capital. Speakeasies, chic cocktail bars, or fun burlesque nights—whatever tickles your fantasy, Paris has it. ...read more

01 / 05 / 21

What to do in Paris and Online in January

Eat some cake, do some online shopping (the soldes are coming!), and catch a virtual event or two, whether you’re in Paris or not....read more

12 / 31 / 20

Happy New Year 2021! The Best of HiP Paris from 2020

At the end of each year, we normally feature the new restaurants, expositions, and bonnes adresses that enliven the Paris landscape, but most of us couldn’t pay a visit to any of these beloved places this year. So instead, we brought the best of Parisian and French culture to your home. Here’s a rundown of some of our favorite à la maison moments....read more

12 / 29 / 20

How to Have a French Holiday Meal at Home

While it’s still tricky to travel, you can keep wanderlust at bay with these tips and recipes for bringing a touch of France to your holiday meal. Treat yourself – whether a celebration for one or many, on a modest budget or no expense spared....read more

12 / 09 / 20

The Other Side of Montmartre: The Best Restaurants, Bars & Cafés North of Sacre Coeur

You may already be familiar with Paris’ famous Montmartre district, but how about the hidden neighborhood tucked away behind the hills in the northern end of the city? While much of the 18th arrondissement has remained home to immigrant communities and fought off gentrification, pockets of the neighborhood have begun changing in recent years with new cafés and trendy bars popping up—including ...read more

11 / 17 / 20

How to Host a French Apéritif at Home

One of the important facets of French food culture is l'apéro. Not only does l’apéro help stimulate your appetite as you enjoy a pre-meal drink, but it’s also a time to relax and rehash your day with friends or family. The term comes from the word l’apéritif, which is the French word for drinks served with small bites before a larger meal. If you want to enjoy one of my favorite parts of ...read more

11 / 05 / 20

How to Spend Sunday in Paris’s Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Left Bank epicenter of artistic life, is decidedly more bourgeois than bohemian today, but it’s tough to beat its quintessential cobblestoned streets, hidden corners, and see-and-be-seen cafés. While you could spend an entire Sunday just weaving its narrow streets, here are some of the addresses we recommend checking out....read more

10 / 27 / 20