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
In the months leading up to my move, I watched a lot of videos from Paris-based YouTubers. Getting a front-row seat in a stranger’s life really transports you to the city they’re living in. …read more
All Parisians have a plumbing story, especially since plumbing in old Parisian buildings tends to be an afterthought. …read more
Making Magique & Janellie During my recent visit to the U.S., my sister told everyone that I live in Paris just to marvel at their reactions. “Just stick a dagger in my heart, why don’t you,” came the response from a cosmetics salesman. “I’d give anything to live in Paris…” It garnered me bonus points… …read more