As someone who has lived in Paris for over a decade and works as a tour guide, I’ve had the pleasure of eating my way around this beautiful city. Lucky Me! From hidden gems to iconic spots, I’ve narrowed down my top recommendations for first-time visitors. Whether you're in the mood for traditional French cuisine, international flavors, or something a bit more unique, here are my must-visit places to eat in Paris. Let me share a quick selection with you - Lucky You! 1. Chez Janou[...]
Finding the best place in Paris to eat anything can be a hit or miss, so this year I’m helping you to reserve the most perfect place to enjoy Oysters especially this time of year around Christmas time! Typically friends and I go out to Le Mary Celeste for Oysters and Champagne to celebrate the end of the year in a casual yet fun way. This lady - me - happened to not have made a reservation quick enough and lost out on our desired date. I really feel that since the[...]
Finding the best wine bars in Paris can be like finding a needle in a haystack. Sure, France is internationally known as a wine country, and sure Paris being the capital has just about it all: from tiny wine bars to wine cellars that offer wine tasting. But perhaps you want a list of the best places in Paris where locals actually hang out and drink wine?I've got you covered - whether you're an aficionado or simply an appreciative drinker of good wines. Here's my list of no-nonsense wine spots y[...]
When we think of Paris we rarely think of any food but French food, but like any other metropole, we love to eat a diversity of things, including Mexican food; tacos and all. Not to mention if you're from the US and like Tex-Mex you feel a certain home comfort in enjoying it anywhere! Here's a sneak peek into one of our old favorites in the Marais Candelaria - Address: 52 Rue de Saintonge, 75003 Parisopen from 12noon to 10:30 pm enter into the colorful small front room with seating[...]
November is the quietest time of the year in Paris! The leaves have fallen, and the cooler, rainier weather has set in. If you're planning a trip in November, it's the perfect time of year to explore cute cafés and museums! You'll for sure want to pack a coat and lots of layers, winters are cold in Paris! We have all the best places to eat, drink, stay, and even have some recommendations for activities and what to do on Thanksgiving! EAT: La Rivieria: For a cozy feel and good Med[...]
One of the many questions I often get on life in Paris is "where are the bset places to go dancing, have a drink or hang out by night in Paris?" I'll try to keep this list of Parisian nightclubs and dancing spots sweet and short! But remember that many of the best nights out are never fully planned - so you may want to wander around (if you have time you could bar hop on a few popular streets and neighbourhood) in Pigalle, Latin Quarter, Oberkamph or the Marais. All districts where you'll[...]