Galette des Rois: A sweet French tradition for Epiphany (with a recipe)
France's Sweetest Christmas Tradition As soon as the Galette des Rois is placed on tables around France the excitement builds. Who will slide under the table and who will wear the crown? The goal of the game, of course, is to find the fève (or bean, the hidden
Unveiling the Parisian Wedding Dress Shopping Experience!
Photo Courtesy of Benoît PitreWhat You Need To Know Before Wedding Dress Shopping In Paris When it comes to wedding dress shopping, every bride has dreams of finding that perfect gown that makes her feel like a princess. Paris, the city not only of love but also fashion,
Why Terres de Café is Our Favorite Coffee Shop in Paris
Photo Courtesy of Terres de CaféInterview with Pierre de Chantérac (French Barista Champion)Recently, we were able to stop by one of Terres de Café’s many locations in Paris and chat with the head barista, Pierre de Chantérac. Terres de Café offers a unique spin on the world
TheWaysBeyond the Average Paris Experience
Interview with Nikki Wang from TheWaysBeyond Nikki Wang is one of the founders of TheWaysBeyond, a Concept-Store of Cultural Activities for the Curious Minds featured in our up-and-coming ebook, The Ultimate Paris Survival Guide. We sat down with her to talk about all things Parisian! We wanted to interview Nikki
Secret to Loving Like the French Do
5 Love Languages of the French The French are champions of love and are not ashamed to express it either. They do so with words, with customs and traditions that can help us all learn to love a little better. If you’re a fellow francophile and want to know
12 Ways You’ll Always Have Paris In 2021
2020 was a disaster to most when it comes to traveling, but there are some solid ways you'll always have Paris, no matter what year you visit! Unless you were in a coma all of last year, you’re more than aware of how much the world shook.
Is ‘Emily in Paris’ Accurate? Part 2
7 Things 'Emily in Paris' Got Wrong 'Emily in Paris', the latest Darren Star creation on Netflix is all the craze right now - and I bet that by now you've checked it out! So, are you wondering how true (or untrue) to real life the show is
Is ‘Emily in Paris’ Accurate? Part 1
7 Things 'Emily in Paris' Got Right 'Emily in Paris', the latest Darren Star creation on Netflix is all the craze right now. Americans are talking about the show. The French are scrutinizing it, and of course, the internet community is blowing up debating it! It's no surprise that
How to Au Pair in Paris
How to Au Pair in Paris: My Real First-Hand Experience (by Marissa Wu) Photo Credit: Marissa Wu This first-hand account of au pairing in Paris by Marissa Wu, friend and fellow creative, will give you an understanding on au pair life in France and tips on how to au pair
The Paris-in-August Phenomenon
Paris in August Back in August of 2013, I stepped off of a plane in Paris and soon discovered the strange phenomenon that is Paris in August. Anywhere from mid-July to the end of August, Parisians are more or less taking time off to enjoy les vacances d’été (or summer