Not long ago, Pigalle, Paris’ former red-light district had a naughty reputation. Fast forward to 2021, this lively area located at the base of Montmartre has reinvented itself as one of the city’s trendiest quartiers. Here’s a brief guide to this re-vamped quartier in the city of lights …read more
Have you ever ordered a coffee in Paris and found yourself stunned when it finally arrived at the table? You’re not alone. To help you navigate the somewhat-confusing café menu, we’ve prepared an easy guide to ordering coffee in France. …read more
There’s no doubt about it. The French are coffee mad, meaning there is plenty of option in Paris. Here are a few of my favorite spots to sit down in Paris with a good coffee and book. …read more
When I used to visit Paris before moving here, I didn’t find there was much of a food scene in the 5th. But how things have changed! There are now plenty of options when it comes to dining out. Here are some of my favorites. …read more
Along with the million and one things to worry about while moving countries, I also faced the intimidating prospect of meeting my (then future) French mother-in-law, Maria.Luckily, all my consternations were for naught. Turns out, we were a match made in heaven: I love to eat and she loves to feed. Here I am sharing… …read more
When most people think of French food, their minds are likely to turn to croissants and pain au chocolat. But never the freaky foods like boudin noir. Here’s a list of some foods for the most daring the try in France. …read more
I recently sat down with Versailles-based pastry chef Molly Wilkinson to discuss her life in France and all things pastry, including her new book French Pastry Made Simple. After leaving her job in digital marketing, she made the leap across the pond to study pastry at Le Cordon Bleu, and eventually start teaching her own… …read more
With a menu that embraces the best of France and an approach to customer service that rejects the worst, Le Bon Georges is swiftly becoming a new neighborhood favorite in the 9th arrondissement. …read more
Sometimes, the stars align. 3 friends share a lovely Wednesday dinner at a cozy restaurant in the 11th – Le Bistrot Paul Bert, a classic Paris bistro. …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
Explore Paris’s arty and foodie La Villette Neighbourhood, a wining and dining mecca scattered with colorful street art and museums. …read more
Explore where to eat on Paris’s Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis. Discover where Parisians live and frequent for a glimpse of true Parisian life. …read more
The French definitely know how to enjoy every single meal, even when it comes to a quick salad. Here are a few that can easily be whipped up at home. …read more
