Tipping customs vary from country to country, and it's important to be aware of local customs and expectations when dining out. In Paris, France, tipping is a common practice, but it's not as customary as it is in other countries such as the United States. Here's a guide to tipping in restaurants in Paris, France. First and foremost, it's important to note that a service charge is typically included in the bill. This is known as "service compris" and is often around 15% of the[...]
April in Paris list of what to do is up! Here are my top 10 list - but to see the full article that also includes weather, and what to pack go HERE (link) 1/ Day trip to the Champagne Region Did you know that if you visit Paris, you're only 1 hour away from Reims and Champagne country?! Well, ouuuiiiii! so why not do a day trip out? Here is one of my faves This day trip from Paris takes you to Reims and Épernay to explore vineyards and prestigious champagne houses. Y[...]
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[...]
There are many places to eat Indian food in Paris, but one of the best neighborhoods will be in La Chapelle! An area more to the north of Paris that sits between both Gare du Nord and La Chapelle metros.The history of the arrondissement is one where many Tamil settlers came fleeing civil war in the 1980s, and the numbers are said to be highest in Paris. This Saturday my son and I went for lunch at one of our favorite spots Dishney Restuarant - I always get the vegetarian Thali (11 euros) and he[...]
March finally brings brief respites from winter weather as we move closer to spring in Paris. Whether you're around for St. Patrick's Day or for the Jazz Festival, keep reading for fun places to eat, drink, and stay, as well as a quick health update on traveling in Paris during the coronavirus. I did a short video on Instagram yesterday and will be publishing a longer on on the topic of Coronavirus on Youtube. So you can subscribe here to be notified In any event we we are not (yet!) in[...]
ahhh Paris: the city of love! What better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than in one of the most romantic cities in the world? If you and your significant other are planning a Valentine's trip to Paris, look no further than this 24-hour itinerary we've whipped up to save you lots of time. As a wedding planner, I welcome many romantic couples to Paris with my services at elopeinparis.com So if it's your dream to propose, elope or have an intimate wedding in Paris! @elopeinparis (9 AM[...]