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How to Choose Champagne for New Year’s Eve

No other beverage is more associated with New Year’s Eve than champagne. Viewed by many as the pinnacle of sparkling wines, the art of champagne making has been perfected in the eponymous French region for centuries. Selecting the right bottle for the most sparkling night of the year can be a daunting task. These expert tips will help guide you choose the best champagne for New Year’s Eve.
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The Best Paris Rooftop Bars for Summer Apéros

August in Paris is all about slow living: the nights are long and the apéros are endless. It’s no wonder Parisians flock to rooftop spots around the city to watch the sunset with friends. From the 2nd to the 16th and everywhere in between, here ...read more

08 / 22 / 18

New Paris Summer Hangouts: Rooftop Bars, Terrasses & Gardens

Summer is in full swing and there's no better place to relish the sunshine than Paris’ many terraces, outdoor bars, and rooftops. But are you looking for somewhere new to discover? Luckily, Paris is a forever changing landscape. ...read more

07 / 21 / 18

A Socially Responsible Wine Shop in Paris: Les Petits Domaines

An ambassador for women who make wine and also for small, ethical producers, Isabelle is eager to educate you on socially responsible vignerons from France’s treasured wine regions....read more

07 / 18 / 17

On Natural Wine and Where to Drink It in Paris

Ever since discovering natural wine in 2012, I have begun to seek it out as a sign of quality and good food and drinks to come when choosing where to eat. I confidently choose restaurants and bars with a solid selection of natural wines when I'm ...read more

09 / 20 / 16

Les Vendanges: The Grape Harvest in France’s Loire Valley

The hot days of summer inevitably inspire winemakers to tackle the practicalities of the harvest. Here in wine country, the build up to the harvest comes with a contagious energy. It's not just the time when winemakers collect the fruit of their ...read more

08 / 30 / 16

Wine Weekend Champagne Giveaway: Interview with Josh Adler of Paris Wine Company

We’re teaming up with Paris Wine Company to give away two tickets to Wine Weekend’s day trip to Champagne on October 10th. And to get in the mood to celebrate our favorite bubble beverage, we sat down with Josh, Owner of Paris Wine Company, to ...read more

08 / 26 / 16

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Experiencing the Wine Harvest in France

It's been a belle année in France and the annual grape harvests are upon us. Due to the beautiful summer weather and almost ideal conditions throughout the year, the harvest, or vendanges, are taking place much earlier than last year. Delve ...read more

09 / 15 / 15

Capucine: An Italian Café and Wine Bar Tucked Away in the 11ème

Fans of Fabrizio Ferrara’s flavorful cuisine were disappointed by the closing of Caffé dei Cioppi, but happily the space has reopened as a relaxed Italian café and wine bar in the hands of Stefania Melis, already known to the Paris gastronomic ...read more

07 / 23 / 15

Paris’ Best Natural Wine Bars & Shops

While it’s exciting to live in a city that is increasingly open to international influences and imported ideas, it's also reassuring to know that Paris holds its own as a trendsetter. The natural wine scene is where the French capital has gained ...read more

05 / 26 / 15

Arrive and Imbibe: In-the-Know Wine Tastings and Classes in Paris

One of the best things about being in Paris is that going local means partaking in some particularly good French wine. My travel M.O. is “arrive and imbibe.” While wine courses and tastings can be found all over Paris, here are a few of my ...read more

04 / 10 / 15

Wine in Bulk and Bottled Cocktails: Hip Alternatives for Drinking Chez Vous

With everything from simple corner cafes to trendy nightclubs, Paris is a paradise for those with a taste for the nightlife. Even so, sometimes a night off is in order. Fortunately, that doesn’t mean you have to eschew a bit of sipping, as Paris ...read more

11 / 03 / 14

Ici-même + Gallerie Graphem: Wine Meets Art in Paris’ 12th Arrondissement

What happens when two fine art graduates of the prestigious École du Louvre team up with a French wine expert? A cadre made in French heaven: a wine shop art gallery hybrid for enthusiasts who like their Sancerre with a side of up-and-coming new ...read more

10 / 28 / 14

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