During these troubled times I am reminded that Paris is not just a place to visit...but a state of mind.
For those of us who love this city, Paris is food for our souls, representing the height of what we revere in culture, architecture, fashion, gastronomy, and simply, the art of just being.
Although we cannot experience Paris in person right now, me included, we can still celebrate these things. In fact, it is probably more important to do so now than ever.
So, I will continue to blog as much as I am able about my love affair with Paris and all things French, because as we all know, absence simply makes the heart grow fonder!
Hello all — Welcome back dear readers! I hope you have had a wonderful summer (or winter if you are my cherished readers from Down Under). Are you ready for…
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No, I am not talking about me. Not yet anyway! But I am a sucker for a love story, especially for one where someone did find true love in Paris.…
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“It must be the finest summer salad of all.” Chef Gordon Ramsay It was in Nice where this salad originated, that I had my first “salade niçoise”. That was…
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Dee Poquette’s love affair with Provence began 12 years ago. She and three of her friends attended cooking classes at Julia Child’s home in Placassier nestled in the hills…
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A favourite American writer of mine, Elizabeth Bard, recalls an episode when she went shopping with her mother in Paris. Elizabeth lives in Paris and her mother was visiting. …
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“In travel we explore who we are. Through jewellery we reveal who we are! Isabelle Fish, Founder of Rue Pigalle When someone told me I had to connect with Isabelle…
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Sundays are sacred in Paris. Work is never discussed as this is time reserved for families, long relaxing brunches, reading, quiet reflection, short naps and the art of just being.…
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“I empower women one bottle of champagne at a time!” Cynthia Coutu, Founder of Delectabulles Paris, France What is more French than champagne? WOMEN drinking champagne — in Paris. …
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How did I find myself “French kissing” an Italian man I had just met in Rome? I knew that would get your attention. I was in my early sixties (so…
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Where I come from people generally shake hands when they meet. French people “faire la bise.” Pronounced “fair la bees.” The first time I went to France many many…
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