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Brocantes in Paris

Seeing a sign with the word brocante always causes my heart to quicken a bit. From what I understand, a brocante sells second-hand goods that are nicer than what you would find at a thrift store, but may not officially be classified as antiques. There are permanent brocantes throughout Paris such as the Passy-Brocante or l'object qui parle (click on…
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Poilâne

I am counting down the days until I get back to Paris and am able to make a stop at Poilâne, the legendary French boulangerie. My favorite shop is at 8, rue du Cherche-Midi, 75006 where the bakery actually started in 1932. It now includes five locations with three in Paris and the others in London (see list here).…
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Packing for Paris

Last year, I put together this collage of what I would pack for a trip to Paris in April. Surprisingly, it has been "pinned" on Pinterest multiple times. So, I thought it would be fun to repost it for anyone who might be packing for a trip this year. Even if these clothes aren't your style,…
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Fabien Breuvart Images & Portraits

A while ago, I mentioned the variety of delicious food and dining options available at Le Marché des Enfants Rouge in the 3rd arrondissement (see post here). Each time I have visited the marché, I must have been really hungry because I never noticed the photography shop of Fabien Breuvart. It literally backs up to the…
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Entrée des Fournisseurs

Merceries are stores that typically have all sorts of lovely notions related to sewing and sometimes some yarn as well. One of my favorite merceries in Paris is Entrée des Fournisseurs, 8 rue des Francs Bourgeois, 75003. It is a magical shop located in a somewhat hidden courtyard in the heart of the Marais.  It has some beautiful…
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Concerts in La Sainte Chapelle

Even if you have already visited the gorgeous Sainte Chapelle, 8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 on the Île de la Cité, I would highly recommend going to a concert at the chapel. You will be entertained by some amazing music while enjoying the beauty of the chapel. It is quite easy to buy tickets online (see here).…
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Coutume Café

One of the best coffee drinks I have had in Paris was from Coutume Café, 47 rue Babylone, 75007. A Frenchman and an Australian started Coutume in 2011 and have now expanded to two other spots in Paris as well as locations in Japan. They offer delicious house roasted coffee and healthy breakfast and lunch…
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A la Mère de Famille

In honor of Valentine's Day, I am thinking about making something from the "A la Mère de Famille" cookbook. Are you familiar with this Parisian confectioner? They have nine stores in Paris (see the complete list here) where you can indulge in a variety of delicious chocolates and candies. Founded in 1761, this confectioner has…
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La Pagode Cinema

The film award season is upon us and if I had my druthers I would catch up on all the nominees at La Pagode, 57 bis, rue de Babylone, 75007. But to be honest, it would be a treat to see any film in this beautiful theater that was at one time was an actual Japanese…
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Galette de Rois (Kings Cake)

Whether we are in France or not, one of my family's favorite traditions at this time of year is to share a galette de rois (kings cake). These cakes are typically sold in French bakeries in late December and several weeks of January to celebrate the Epiphany. There are several types of galettes made throughout…
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