What’s the Difference Between Champagne and Wine? 

Three people cheering wine glasses with Champagne and wine.

Are you one of those people that slinks down in your seat when the sommelier of a restaurant is approaching your table, fearing she or he is going to know you’re not the wine pro you wish you were? You’re not alone. The wine world can be very nebulous and intimidating. But have no fear. […]

6 Best Wine Bars in Paris That You’ll Never Want to Leave

Some of the best wine bars in Paris serve up the good stuff straight from the barrel!

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 […]

6 Best Day Trips from Paris: Giverny, Reims, & More [2024]

flowers and buildings in the background

From world-class museums to first-rate restaurants, Paris has it all. But after a few days strolling around and eating your way through the Paris’s best bakeries, it’s only natural that you’ll feel the urge to venture out and explore beyond the limits of the city. Whether you’re after a breath of fresh air, a cultural […]