Month: August 2010
Paris is becoming a new breeding ground of sorts – for honey. Who says there is a shortage of bees, as in Paris bee populations are growing, and Paris is reputed to be the source of some of the best honey…
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The Parisian Brasserie – that venerable institution that is typically open 24/7, where restaurant goers come dressed casually or in their classic Parisian fashion – is making a comeback. While there are literally over 1,000 brasseries in Paris, several can now be counted on…
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In Village d’Auteuil close to Roland Garros, Le Congrès is a friendly neighborhood brasserie with a stable clientele of repeat customers who faire la bise with the staff, (greet with two kisses on the cheek). Such is life in Paris, where going…
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Le Procope claims to be the oldest restaurant in Paris, opening shop in 1686 during the time of France’s greatest king, Louis XIV. In the busy 6th Arrondissement near Boulevard Saint-Germain des Près and Odeon, Le Procope principally caters to tourists,…
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For years Gallopin was on my shortlist of places to try, but I never quite made it to Le Bourse area, and the fact that it had a multi-lingual menu discouraged me from going. So when my wife, two boys and…
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The American Library in Paris renewed my faith in mankind. Whether you’re living, visiting, or studying in Paris and are in search of a place to read, take the kids for an educational afternoon, or need a working printer, please,…
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Jean-Paul Lefret not only works as photographer, but he shares his knowledge and expertise as a leader of Paris “Secret†Photo Tours. The tour opens the more authentic side of Paris up to visitors and provides them with a unique souvenir…
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