Gray roofs and white stone, the gilded tops of local landmarks and the Eiffel Tower lurking somewhere in the background…there are few skylines as iconic as that of Paris. Following in the steps of New York or Berlin, Paris offers a wealth of terraces where you can admire the view while nursing a cocktail or […]
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Our Favorite Paris Restaurants by Neighborhood: Batignolles
Posted on July 8, 2019
Discover Paris’ exciting new culinary scene at these forward-thinking Batignolles restaurants. Once an offbeat residential area, Batignolles has become a trendy Bobo (bourgeois meets bohemian) neighborhood over the past few years. This quartier is the perfect place for eclectic dining in bistros and restaurants frequented by food-loving locals. We’ve put together a guide of our […]
Best Parks in Paris & Other Green Spaces You Have To See
Posted on June 12, 2019
Join us for a stroll through some of the most amazing parks in Paris. When it comes to parks in Paris, there’s a lot to choose from: the French capital is home to more than 400 green spaces with a quarter million trees among them. From the delightfully classic to the more unusual parks, here […]
5 Best Kosher Restaurants in Paris You Don’t Want to Miss
Posted on June 12, 2019
With a Jewish population of almost half a million, Paris has no shortage of great kosher restaurants. The choice can be overwhelming: traditional French, Middle Eastern and Israeli cuisines are all fighting for attention. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Keep reading for the best kosher eats in Paris. For the uninitiated, kosher restaurants don’t […]
All About Macarons: History + Where to Eat Them in Paris
Posted on June 11, 2019
Sure, you can always have a flaky croissant, or perhaps a few buttery madeleines to start your day. But when it comes to the perfect French treat—at any time of the day—we have to go with the heavenly macarons. That delicate crunch, followed by a lusciously chewy center and a creamy finish? Perfection. Ethereally light […]
6 Best Wine Bars in Paris That You’ll Never Want to Leave
Posted on June 4, 2019
We can all agree: in France wine is important. When 6 p.m. rolls around, the wine bars of Paris start to fill up. Colleagues finishing work jostle at the traditional zinc bars and sunny sidewalks become scattered with drinkers basking in the evening rays. The tiny wine bars of Paris come alive—it’s a city-wide convivial moment […]
The 5 Food Markets in Paris No Trip Would Be Complete Without
Posted on May 22, 2019
You may think your town has a thriving farmer’s market scene, but you haven’t been to a Paris food market yet. If you’re lucky enough to stay in an apartment with a petite Parisian kitchen, you won’t want to skip a trip to the market. The traditional French shopping experience is a process. Sure, you […]
Our Favorite Paris Restaurants by Neighborhood: Belleville
Posted on May 22, 2019
A distinctive neighborhood in the northeast corner of Paris, Belleville is a perfect, non-touristy destination for foodies. Until 1860, Belleville was actually an independent, working-class village, home to farmers and winemakers. Today, following waves of immigration in the 20th century, the hilltop district has become one of Paris’ most artistically vibrant and ethnically diverse areas. […]
Bouillons of Paris: All About The Restaurant Revival [2024]
Posted on May 10, 2019
There are many cool restaurants in Paris with seasonal menus, understated decor and hushed dining rooms. But you can’t talk about places to eat in the city without covering bouillons in Paris. A bouillon is an eatery that harkens back to another era of Parisian dining—when the menu never changed, the service was snappy and […]
History of the Croque Monsieur (& Where to Eat It in Paris)
Posted on May 10, 2019
Think of France’s croque monsieur as the lovechild of a grilled cheese and a ham and cheese sandwich. Ham and gruyere are sandwiched between two slices of white bread, topped with béchamel sauce, and broiled. Served with a green salad, it’s a common, quick-and-easy Sunday supper for many French families. Photo Credit: Kayhadrin, Text Overlay: […]
