SOPI

What to do in Paris’ Pigalle Neighborhood

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
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Le Bon Georges: A Modern French Bistro in the 9th

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
by Emily Dilling
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What’s New in Paris’ SOPI (South Pigalle) Neighborhood?

The Parisian district known as SoPi, South Pigalle, has seen a gradual evolution from a somewhat seedy and sleepy residential area bordering the
by Lily Heise
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Belle Maison Restaurant Paris: Seafood & Ambiance by Pigalle

Montmartre and Pigalle may be the home of many scenic spots and a wide range of cafés perfect for a quick lunch or coffee break, but the area is
by Elena Berton
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Privé de Dessert 2: Traditional French “Desserts” with a Twist

At PDD2 what you see is not what you get. The offshoot of Privé de Dessert, the quirky SoPi restaurant where entrées and main dishes look like
by Elena Berton
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The Paris Popup: A Week-long Food Fête in the City of Light

Summer may be over, but there’s always something to celebrate in Paris. The end of September marked the long-awaited return of chef Harry Cummins
by Emma Brode
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Le Bon Georges: Fresh Food and Friendly Dining in Paris’ SoPi Neighborhood

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
by Emily Dilling
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Paris’ Small Plates Trend: Artisan, Buvette, Braisenville & Ito Delight in SoPi

You can call it tapas, mezze, hors d'ouvres… But, whatever you call it, small plate dining has been big news in Paris for the past few years.
by Forest Collins
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Sept Cinq: SOPI’s Concept Store & Cafe For the Fashion-Minded Locavore

Located in the shop-lined streets south of Pigalle, Sept Cinq offers concept shopping along with a cozy café setting. Taking its name, “Seven
by Emily Dilling
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Happy New Year 2014! HiP Paris Best Of 2013

Carin Olsson Before everyone gets a proper start on their New Year’s resolutions, we wanted to take a moment to look back over the past year and
by Genevieve Sandifer
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A Day in SOPI: Eating, Drinking & Shopping in Paris’ HiP South-of-Pigalle Area

While both North and South have plenty to offer, it’s SoPi that’s become the latest neighborhood to watch. SoPi is packed with plenty of
by Forest Collins
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The Book Club at Le Carmen: Paris’ Hippest Literary Party

Literary woman about town Sara Rahman has the scoop on Paris’ newest and hippest artsy event: The Book Club, occurring monthly at trendy
by Sara Rahman
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Coffee in Paris? Finally, Coffee You CAN Drink in the City of Lights!

Erica Berman is a serious coffee drinker. No joke. Long frustrated by Paris’ less-than-stellar coffee scene, she is overjoyed to see that
by Erica Berman
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