best of paris | My parisian life

Where to Stay in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

April 17, 2026

If the restaurant guide ( see my Paris Newsletter on substack ) was about where to eat on the Left Bank, this one is about where to rest your head-and do it beautifully. Saint-Germain-des-Prés has some of the most wonderful hotels in Paris: grand and iconic. You name it; small and intimate, newly arrived and buzzing, quietly timeless. The neighbourhood you sleep in shapes the entire trip, and this one, in my opinion, is the best one to wake up in. Here is my curated list. Something for ever[...]

BEST OF PARIS HOTEL hotels in paris LOUVRE Paris Stay in Paris

Where to Stay Near the Louvre: 9 Hotels for Every Style & Budget

February 18, 2026

From grand Parisian palaces to intimate boutique hideaways, the best hotels in the 1st arrondissement, steps from the world's greatest museum, hand picked by a local concierge! Paris is broken down in sections called Arrondissements. The 1st arrondissement is one of those rare parts of Paris where everything feels within reach. Yes, Paris is a walking city and the Louvre is your neighbour. The Tuileries gardens can be your morning walk. The Palais Royal is just around the corner with its be[...]

Brunch Drink FOOD Paris RESTAURANT & CAFE Tea Shop WINTER IN PARIS

The Definitive Guide to Afternoon Tea in Paris

January 4, 2026

I've watched countless visitors arrive in Paris clutching the same dream: that perfect, cinematic teatime moment. After nearly two decades living here, I can tell you the fantasy is real for afternoon tea in Paris, but it exists in far more delicious variety than most guidebooks admit. Forget the single "best" spot. Paris offers an entire universe of teatime experiences, from hushed palace rituals to minimalist Japanese ceremonies, Belle Époque extravaganzas to cozy neighborhood pâtisseries w[...]

BEST OF PARIS CITY GUIDE PARIS Dinner in Paris EAT AROUND PARIS FOOD Paris paris food blog RESTAURANT & CAFE

Where to Eat in Chatelet & Les Halles: A Paris Insider’s Guide to the Best Restaurants, Cafés & Wine Bars

December 31, 2025

where to eat in les halles chatelet paris

By a Local Food Writer and Tour Guide Who Called This Neighborhood Home I've spent seven years living around Châtelet, and in that time, this neighborhood has become more than just an address,it's become the lens through which I understand Paris. As a food writer and tour guide specializing in Parisian culinary culture, I've walked these streets countless times, testing every new opening, revisiting old favorites, and watching the neighborhood evolve while maintaining its essential characte[...]

CITY GUIDE PARIS Dinner in Paris Paris paris food blog

A Perfect Parisian Date Night at Les Confidences

December 18, 2025

Inside the Hôtel San Régis There’s something deeply satisfying about ending a long day of guiding, walking, explaining, and pouring your heart into Paris… by being taken care of yourself. That evening, after a full day of tours, my feet were tired but my spirit was light. I found myself drifting into one of those moments Paris does so well — a soft landing. Les Confidences, tucked discreetly inside the elegant Hôtel San Régis, felt like exactly the right place to exhale, reconne[...]

BEST OF PARIS FASHION Paris SHOPS

Bags to Buy in Paris: From Luxury Icons to Everyday Totes

October 1, 2025

Why choosing the right bag in Paris is so tricky Paris is a city where bags matter. They’re not just accessories — they’re part of how you move through daily life: riding the métro, browsing a bookshop, sitting at a café terrace, hopping on a train for a weekend away. The challenge? There are so many good options. Do you go for a luxury investment piece like a Chanel flap? A bucket bag that balances chic and utility? A crossbody for hands-free days? Or the perfect tote bag that carri[...]