September marks la rentrée in France, the moment when summer vacation winds down and the French get back to their daily lives. There are a wide range of cultural events, sports, and festivals that make it one of the best months to be in Paris. …read more
Since moving to Paris, I’ve given Francophone music another chance, but this time through a more modern lens. Inspired by some of my favorite anglophone artists, here are some French/Francophone music artists worth checking out, including some acts you may have caught at the Olympic opening and closing ceremonies. …read more
The 2024 edition of the Cannes Film Festival starts on May 14 through the 25th. We’ve compiled highlights of this year’s event + 10 past Cannes film premieres, to watch now from the comfort of your home, thanks to our friends at France Channel who are offering another 30 day free trial to HIP readers. …read more
Photographer and New York Times bestselling author Jamie Beck joins us to talk about her new book, life in France and her inspirations. …read more
In the book “Art Hiding in Paris: An Illustrated Guide to the Secret Masterpieces of the City of Light”, author Lori Zimmer and illustrator Maria Krasinski explore Paris and its art history, telling its story through charming illustrations and captivating texts. …read more
Just an hour and a half from the French capital, Brussels is wonderfully eclectic. You’ll want to stay longer, but if you’ve only got 48 hours, here’s where to head: …read more
You can visit the Louvre and the Orsay again and again — but why not delve a little deeper? Here are our favorite lesser-known Paris museums! …read more
At 24, Tory Hoen moved to Paris with the dream of writing a book. Over a decade later, she is releasing her debut novel, The Arc. …read more
Explore Paris’s arty and foodie La Villette Neighbourhood, a wining and dining mecca scattered with colorful street art and museums. …read more
Paris is almost back in full swing and Parisians are once again indulging in their favorite past times. Check out these wonderful little spots to get you living like a local this summer. …read more
There are a number of new museums in Paris, or museums that have been undergoing renovations, which have opened their doors since restrictions were lifted, or are due to soon. …read more
John Donohue’s “A Table in Paris” is a collection of drawings and conversations celebrating the combination of dining and artistic creativity that is so uniquely Parisian. …read more
Instagram has come to the rescue to show us there is still art being made in the world, and you can enjoy it from the comfort of your own home. …read more
