if you want to experience authentic Parisian daily life, away from the tourist trail, head to rue de Lévis in the 17th arrondissement, where you’ll find favorites like Arnaud Nicolas (meilleur ouvrier de France, charcuterie cuisinée) and Poîlane without the crowds. …read more
There’s no question that women chefs have always played an important role in French cuisine. From les mères lyonnaises to modern leading Michelin-starred cheffes, the terrain has been laid for an exciting new generation of women chefs. Here are seven Paris restaurants with women chefs at the helm we recommend you try. …read more
Nestled in the second arrondissement Here you’ll find the elegance of a Parisian bistro and the friendliness and nostalgia of an American diner. …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
La chandeleur is pancake day – a great excuse to eat a delicious crêpe! Here are my favorite places to celebrate chandeleur in Paris. …read more
For travellers heading to Saint-Germain, don’t let the usual suspects like Café de Flore and Brasserie Lipp (sorry!) define your experience. Here’s a guide to discovering the cooler, more local side of this iconic neighborhood. …read more
One way to make the most of the grey cold days is to indulge in some of the city’s tastiest winter comfort foods at these restaurants. …read more
We’ve rounded up some of the best healthy French recipes for winter after a holiday season of indulgence. …read more
Of all French holidays, Christmas is celebrated with heightened gastronomic pomp. We round up the Paris restaurants that will be open for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. …read more
We gathered some tips and recipes to help bring 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
For many Americans, Thanksgiving is the most important holiday of the year. It’s a time to be thankful and to bring together your closest family and friends over a hearty meal. However, expats living in Paris can’t always make it back home. Nor is it easy to prepare a Turkey Day feast considering that turkeys… …read more
Recently, I was surprised to learn that Mariage Frères, the legendary French tea maker, is also a culinary destination for gourmet delights in Paris. I recently stopped by the Marais location for a bougie experience reminiscent of a Versailles tea party. …read more
I recently sat down with Boneshaker Doughnuts owner and head baker, Amanda Bankert, to discuss how the idea to open a donut shop in the heart of Paris came to be and more. …read more
