On a bright, clear day in October I took the early morning bus to Rouen, where you can spend the day exploring several of the most impressive gothic churches in France, antique and artisan shops, a 14th century astronomical clock tower, and restaurants serving buttery Norman indulgences and Calvados to warm up with. …read more
In late November, as a several-month stint in Paris was coming to a close, I was far from ready to leave. Perhaps it was due to the fact that fall had flown by, or that I had met a sweet Frenchman. Likely both. A weekend jaunt to Normandy’s Honfleur was exactly what I needed. …read more
After sampling a whopping 55 bars in just six weeks this past winter in Paris – the “painstaking” research for her book, Paris Cocktails – Doni Belau inevitably discovered some jaw-dropping drinks. Here she shares the three most outrageous from some of Paris’ most talented mixologists. …read more
The types of cheese in France are varied and while it may seem like a love of pungent cheese is in the blood of the French, I believe it’s an acquired taste. Rather than going straight for the Brie on your next trip to Paris push your palate by trying one of the following stinky… …read more
