The Lizard Lounge is an unsophisticated, unpretentious, cozy and friendly bar right in the Marais. It?s not that big, though it wouldn?t classify as small either; there is place for about a dozen tables downstairs and then there is a small upstairs section from where you can look out over the people below. Music is mainly pop, singer-songwriter and some light rock. It?s a place where you can both eat and drink; there are several hamburgers on the menu, as well as some snacks like nach[...]
Pozzetto (the restaurant*) is a new Italian lunchroom in the Marais that opened in the Fall of 2013. It?s Italian-owned,?all personnel working here is Italian and the food too, no doubt, is 100% Italian. And that means?you?re in good hands, because just like the French, the Italians are absolute purists when it comes to?food. Pozzetto?s slogan, Le plaisir du go?t avant tout (?The pleasure of taste before everything else?),?is well-chosen and they make it come true. They bake t[...]
There are times when I get so caught up in a idea, trend or just fantasy I can't seem to think about anything else. These days it?s all about vintage! I've been seeing so many of my friends and fellow bloggers pulling off some amazing vintage finds that have made me so jealous I think i'm having a nose bleed. So I headed over to my favorite vintage shop this morning, Freep Star, right as they opened up at 11am (truth be told I was there at 10:45 and the guy asked me to come back in 10mins - sha[...]
As a local tour guide and longtime resident of Montmartre, I often get asked, “Where do Parisians shop up here on the hill?” The short answer: we don’t only shop in Montmartre—but when we do, it’s usually for vintage finds, everyday basics, or something unique with a story. Let me take you through my go-to spots for fashion, beauty, kids’ clothes, and more. Whether you're just wandering through for an afternoon or staying in a Montmartre hotel like Terrass" or Le Basss, here's ho[...]
One of my pastimes is wandering around the beautiful Parisian museums and galleries, basking in all its glory, followed by lunch of coffee with a friend. June in Paris is truly something special—early summer light dances across the Seine, café terraces are buzzing, and the city’s art scene comes alive with a fresh wave of exhibitions. As someone who lives and breathes this city (and guides others through its creative heart!), I’ve already had the chance to see a few of this month’[...]
Bonjour mes amis! Are you coming to Paris this June? I’m here as your local guide to show you the city in a fun, authentic way. If you love exploring Paris’s alternative side mixed with some classic tourist tips — all tailored to your tastes — then my tours are for you. We spend about 3 hours together, hanging out at an intimate, relaxed pace, soaking in the real Paris. June is here, and Paris is waking up in full bloom. I’m thrilled to announce that my June tour dates are of[...]