My episode of House Hunters International is finally airing tomorrow (Thursday, May 16th) at 10:30pm EDT, and again 3 hours later, at 1:30am on Friday, May 17th on HGTV! Click here for more details. If you have not already done so, be sure to read my full account of...
Recently, I posted an interview with Caroline Nin, where we discussed Caroline's new Edith Piaf concert series in Paris and the roots of her performing arts career. Here are just a few updates on the concert schedule: The show is currently (and through May 22,...
When you are craving a bit of French comfort food, nothing beats boeuf bourgignon. I found a fantastic slow cooker recipe for the dish in Lynn Alley's The Gourmet Slow Cooker: Simple and Sophisticated Meals from Around the World. In all my years in France, I never had...
I first met Caroline Nin at an event sponsored by My French Life and her voice captivated me. When I learned of her new concert series, a celebration of the works of the iconic Edith Piaf, I was eager to hear more of Caroline's story. Caroline Nin, photo by Belinda...
This time it hit particularly close to home. I was born at what is now Brigham and Woman's, one of the hospitals where many of Monday's bombing victims were taken. I grew up in Concord, MA, home of the shot heard 'round the world. I remember being surprised when I...
Last week, I posted Part 1 of my interview with Daisy de Plume, the creator of amazing Treasure Hunts at the Louvre - and now beyond! She has recently launched THATd'Or (Treasure Hunt at the Musée d’Orsay). In Part 1 of the interview, Daisy shared with us an update on...
Many of you may already be familiar with Daisy de Plume from my post about the Treasure Hunt at the Louvre I enjoyed over the summer. Daisy is the creator of these amazing scavenger hunts, a unique and exciting way to visit this classic museum. But she has also been...
Spring is finally here, in name if not weather, which means it's time to start planning our summer vacations! Whether you are looking to vacation in the U.S. or France, city or countryside, I may have the perfect rental for you! New York (West Village) Newly renovated...
The American Library in Paris is the largest English-language lending library in continental Europe. But this hub, situated in the 7th arrondissement at 10 rue du Général Camou, is more than just a book lending institution. The library hosts discussions with authors,...
This blog post, "Ten Seconds of Courage," could also be aptly named "Be Nice to People You Meet in Airports - Part 2". After reading my post from last month, Greg, my co-protagonist, insisted on writing his version of the story and informed me that I would be required...
