Tag Archives: Places

Rue Cler

By David Dadoun | Published: March 13, 2013
One of the best gourmet shopping markets (marchés) in Paris is on Rue Cler, the same area Julia Child shopped when she lived in Paris in the early 1950s.  What is interesting about Rue Cler is that many of the same shops Julia favored and frequented are still in operation today.  The added advantage of Rue […]
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Piscine Joséphine Baker

By Lauren Grasso | Published: June 4, 2012
While swimming in the Seine may sound rather unappealing to most, for kids the idea may be supercool. The floating Pool Joséphine Baker offers such an experience as an innovative, modern use of precious little Parisian space. The entire facility is built on a giant barge that rests just in front of the Bibliothèque Nationale. […]
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Terrienne

By Lauren Robinson | Published: March 25, 2011
Terrienne is a small pottery workshop in the 11th arrondissement where it is possible to learn the art of throwing clay in the form of a short course or an ongoing learning process. Run by Alexis Duclos, an American expatriate renowned for her method of teaching, the workshop is small and intimate with just 5 […]
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La Maison Pos

By Clémence Simon | Published: March 12, 2011
So, now young Padawan, you are no longer afraid of the pigeons and dog poop in the streets of Paris. You drink real coffee in a thimble-like cup. And- you finally realized that Sofia Coppola’s vision of Paris was a wee bit over the top. Congratulations, you are (almost) a real Parisian. Now here comes […]
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Palais Garnier – Visite Libre

By Lauren Robinson | Published: December 8, 2010
Until 31st December, it is possible to explore inside one of Paris’ great buildings. Constructed in the 19th century, the Palais Garnier is the home of the Opéra de Paris. Upon paying 9€, you are granted free access to the foyers, the concert rooms, the museum and the temporary exhibition. This is a great opportunity […]
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Tokyo Eat

By Helena Pons-Charlet | Published: July 7, 2010
One of my favorite restaurants in Paris, Tokyo Eat, is located inside the versatile Palais de Tokyo, the temple of the new and young artists from France and abroad. This informal place is open almost all day from noon until mid-night and offers a seasonal menu with well-priced options.  Starting with the natural fruit juices […]
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