This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to go to a concert. This year for the 14 juillet (Bastille Day), I was lucky enough to see Madonna's spectacular performance at Stade de France. All the world renowned groups come to Paris. But there is a whole range of...
This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to go one day full day only speaking French. Whether you are just learning or you have lived in France for years, even a short spurt of full immersion is always helpful to kickstart the brain cells. If you really want a...
This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to try a new patisserie. Whether you prefer croissants or pains au chocolat, chaussons aux pommes or escargot à la pistache, try one at a shop you have not visited before! See my Full List for suggestions, or take a look at...
This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to attend a class. Whether you are a tourist or a resident, there is always something more to learn and you are certain to have fun! Last Sunday, I was invited to attend a "French breakfast" cooking class at L'Atelier des...
My sixth post in this series on Buying Property in Paris is about managing the renovations process. All of the photos were taken on June 24th, three to four weeks into the renovation process. Before reading this, I invite you to read about my thoughts and experiences...
Every month, I post a list of some of my favorite or just the most eye-catching articles, recipes, blogs and other links I have come across in the past month. Some relate to Paris and European travels and some have nothing at all to do with the themes of Paris...
This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to visit one of Paris's many photo galleries or temporary photo exhibits. Here is a current list of the photo expos in the museums of Paris and Île-de-France. But you can also visit one of Paris's smaller galleries. For...
This week's get-to-know-Paris challenge is to try a new restaurant! We get into the habit of going to the same places over and over. Branch out! My full list and crème de la crème list are always a good place to start for ideas. I even keep a list of restaurants I...
Today’s post is something a little different. I am participating in the HostelBookers 7 Super Shots game, which asks bloggers to pick one of his or her own photos for each of seven themes, and give a short description for each. It sounds simple, but it is not so easy!...
On Friday, My French Life published my article on the regulations relating to drinking alcohol in public places in Paris. Click here for the full article. If the sun EVER comes out here in Paris, it will be useful to know what you can and cannot do at those summer...
