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My blog posts are free to access, and articles are categorized like a bookstore! From architecture and art, to food and history, travel and video tours, you’ll find a treasure trove to connect you with me, Paris, and my travels in France.
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A Christmas Wonderland at Château de Chantilly
Just 28 minutes from Paris, Château de Chantilly becomes a glowing Christmas wonderland. From exclusive footage of its equestrian show to festive decorations, choirs, workshops, and winter treats, this magical season transforms the château into one of France’s most enchanting holiday experiences.
Christmas in Paris 2025 Dates & Locations
Celebrate Christmas in Paris with curated itineraries for Bon Marché and Galeries Lafayette. Indulge in festive shopping, gourmet treats, iconic window displays, concerts, and winter strolls through the City of Light, all while experiencing the magic and elegance of a Parisian holiday.
Hello Autumn in Paris: Your 5-Day Magical Journey - Day Five
Day Five of the Free Five-Day Paris Autumn Itinerary leads you through Montmartre its hillside charm, ivy-clad streets, art-filled corners, and feline-inhabited cemetery. From Moulin Rouge to Sacré-Cœur, experience a day where Paris’s creative soul and autumn light meet in timeless beauty.
Hello Autumn in Paris: Your 5-Day Magical Journey - Day Four
Day Four of the Free Five-Day Paris Autumn Itinerary invites you to explore the Latin Quarter, Ile Saint Louis, and the Louvre gardens. Sip chai at Café Kitsune, wander through golden leaves, and lose yourself in bookshops like Shakespeare & Co and Abbey Bookstore a perfect literary Parisian day.
Hello Autumn in Paris: Your 5-Day Magical Journey - Day Three
Venture beyond Paris on Day Three of the Free Five-Day Autumn Itinerary. In just 26 minutes by train, discover Château de Chantilly a fairytale escape of art, equestrian shows, forest walks, and antique treasures. Experience a day rich in French history, elegance, and seasonal beauty.
Hello Autumn in Paris: Your 5-Day Magical Journey - Day Two
Spend a golden autumn day exploring the soul of Paris. Begin with brunch near the Musée d’Orsay, wander through Van Gogh’s luminous works, and stroll Saint-Germain’s poetic streets. End at Jardin du Luxembourg, where the fading light and falling leaves turn Paris into a living watercolor.
The Paris Exhibition That's Captivating Locals, PLUS Four Afternoon Itineraries
John Singer Sargent in Paris: The Exhibition Captivating Locals + Four Afternoon Itineraries Inspired by His Art
Chasing La Tour's Saint Peter Obsession Through Paris
Chasing La Tour's Saint Peter Through Paris: A Quiet Pilgrimage
Following Georges de La Tour's Light Through Paris: From Royal Chambers to Room 912
Following Georges de La Tour in Paris: Louvre Room 912 & Hidden Traces
Georges de La Tour: The Exhibition Paris Residents Are Lining Up to See
Georges de La Tour at Musée Jacquemart-André: Candlelight, Craft & a Parisian Hidden Gem
Autumn Journaling Prompts Inspired By Paris And French Living
This autumn, let Paris and Provence guide your pen. From café corners to vineyard harvests, these six journaling prompts invite reflection, creativity, and immersion in French culture. Explore fashion, food, language, and philosophy as you capture your thoughts in the season’s golden light.
Barbara Pravi’s “Voilà”: A French Song That Moves the Soul
Barbara Pravi’s song “Voilà” captures the essence of vulnerability, self-expression, and dreams. From its soulful lyrics to stunning live performances by Pravi and Emma Kok, this French musical gem invites listeners to witness the power of authenticity and artistic courage.
Siqou Porcelain: Parisian Ceramist Inspired by Polar Landscapes
Parisian ceramist Siqou transforms porcelain into sculptural works inspired by polar landscapes. Her creations merge delicate artistry with elemental force, evoking ice, fur, and bone. Awarded for her craft, she brings the timeless art of porcelain into dialogue with nature’s most fragile, majestic territories.
Quote : Autumn Gardens And Van Gogh
Experience the magic of Parisian gardens and autumn through Van Gogh’s eyes. From Jardin des Plantes sunflowers to mini-slideshows of Auvers, this curated blend of poetry, art, and videos invites you to feel the season, connect with nature, and savor creative inspiration in the City of Lights.
French Books And Movies To Inspire Elegant Living In Paris
Discover a curated list of French books and films that celebrate the elegance of Parisian life. From historical novels to cinematic treasures, explore literary gems and cinematic stories perfect for enriching your cultural and artistic living.
Exploring Rimbaud’s Le Bateau Ivre: Poetry, History & Paris
Explore Arthur Rimbaud’s masterpiece Le Bateau Ivre, read along its French verses, learn the historical context, follow the poet’s Parisian adventures, and access English translations and podcast readings to fully immerse in his genius.
Mensa Art Paris: The French Art Of Living And Entertaining
Mensa Art Paris creates exceptional tablescapes and events celebrating the French art of living. From sourcing vintage treasures at St Ouen to designing bespoke floral arrangements, founders Neda Zarrabi and Elodie craft unforgettable experiences for prestigious clients like Chanel and L'hôtel de Crillon.
Paris Museums
The Musée Rodin in Paris unites art, history, and nature in a captivating experience. Housed in the elegant Hôtel Biron, it showcases Rodin’s masterpieces while its rose gardens bloom with over 2,000 varieties. A living tribute to French culture, it invites visitors to wander through beauty and timeless creativity.
Fleurs-Flowers
Studio Maison Ciero in Paris brings timeless French artistry to floral design. Founded by Romain Pilato, the studio creates fresh and dried arrangements using local blooms, including roses from top French producers. Each creation, from bouquets to the innovative Cube, celebrates beauty and creative renewal.
Culture and History : Petit Trianon & Marie Antoinette
Step into winter at the Petit Trianon, exploring Marie Antoinette’s rose-filled gardens, elegant apartments, and iconic portraits by Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun that capture the grace of France’s last queen.
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