Recently, I spoke with Fred Pouillot, founder of Le Foodist, which offers exciting new ways to experience French cuisine hands-on. Here are his insights, amazing story and thoughts on the French culinary experience. Fred Pouillot Le Foodist Experiences Fred, could you...
What are you doing the evening of November 13th? Our 2012 Paris team at the finish line I'll be running in support of the Mark Pollock Trust, to help fund research to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. Where? There are larger, organized runs in Dublin, Cork,...
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the assassination of JFK, but moreover to reflect on the life and the legacy of John F. Kennedy and the Kennedy family, Galerie Joseph in the 3rd arrondissement, will be hosting a special photo exhibit from October 18th to...
I have made a big decision: starting this fall/winter, I will start managing my Marais apartment myself. There were a number of factors that went into this decision. But above all, I miss having the personal contact with those renting my home. As many of you know, I...
This year, Notre Dame de Paris is celebrating her 850th birthday. France24 put together a wonderful video outlining the history of the cathedral and the birthday celebrations, including the behind-the-scenes work. To commemorate her 850, Notre Dame is receiving a new...
When Siobhan Wall's publisher asked me to review her new book on Paris, Quiet Paris, I did not hesitate for a minute. This is not a classic guide book to Paris. This reference is specifically targeted at the visitor who prefers the off-the-beaten-track Paris, at the...
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,...
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...
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...
