When most people hear the phrase”‘shopping in Paris,” their minds are likely to think of trendy hipster boutiques or super-chic shopping. However perhaps the most authentic shopping experience you will find isn’t in the city’s heart but in the north of Paris; Le Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen. …read more
Today there are nearly 400 distinct cheeses in France, and discussing and eating them is a national pastime. Check out these stinky French cheeses for your next trip to a fromagerie. …read more
Whether you’re spending this summer in Paris by one it’s public pools or holidaying down south by the beach (lucky!), here are some French swimwear brands that will have you swimming and sunning in style. …read more
Summer is upon us, which means goodbye sneakers and boots, hello sandals. Here are some of the best French brands making the perfect shoes for summer. …read more
The French have been creating their style with second-hand fashion long before “pre-loved” was a thing. Know their secret to being chic. …read more
Paris is aiming to be the world’s sustainable fashion capital by 2024. Let’s look at some of the ways France is changing the fashion industry for the better. …read more
Whether you’re just about to start your collection or you’re currently looking for “unicorns,” here is a guide where to shop for plants in Paris. …read more
France has some catching up to do when it comes to craft cider. But over the years, I’ve discovered some great French cider brands that are leading the way. …read more
Art has the ability to transport you to another place and time. Here are my top three suggestions of where to buy art to adorn your walls and dream of la vie française. …read more
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and where better to get your loved one (or yourself) a special gift than France, home of the City of Love. If you’re feeling a bit stuck for a gift this year, here are some ideas from local creatives and French brands that you can shop online. …read more
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