Open air markets are one of the great joys of life in France—and occasionally confusing for some visitors to navigate. Food markets are still an enormous part of French culture, as they offer both seasonality and real value. They are often less expensive and usually far better quality and selection than what you’d find at […]
6 Rooftop Bars in Paris That Locals Love
Gray roofs and white stone, the gilded tops of local landmarks and the Eiffel Tower lurking somewhere in the background…there are few skylines as iconic as that of Paris. Following in the steps of New York or Berlin, Paris offers a wealth of terraces where you can admire the view while nursing a cocktail or […]
Our Favorite Paris Restaurants by Neighborhood: Batignolles
Discover Paris’ exciting new culinary scene at these forward-thinking Batignolles restaurants. Once an offbeat residential area, Batignolles has become a trendy Bobo (bourgeois meets bohemian) neighborhood over the past few years. This quartier is the perfect place for eclectic dining in bistros and restaurants frequented by food-loving locals. We’ve put together a guide of our […]
5 Parks & Green Spaces in Paris You Have to See to Believe
Join us for a stroll through some of the most amazing parks in Paris. When it comes to parks in Paris, there’s a lot to choose from: the French capital is home to more than 400 green spaces with a quarter million trees among them. From the delightfully classic to the more unusual parks, here […]
5 Best Kosher Restaurants in Paris You Don’t Want to Miss
With a Jewish population of almost half a million, Paris has no shortage of great kosher restaurants. The choice can be overwhelming: traditional French, Middle Eastern and Israeli cuisines are all fighting for attention. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Keep reading for the best kosher eats in Paris. For the uninitiated, kosher restaurants don’t […]
Behind the Bite: Macarons
This post is part of our Behind the Bite series: deep dives into the dishes that we can’t stop thinking about. One bite and you’re hooked. First the delicate crunch followed by a lusciously chewy center and a creamy finish. Ethereally light and airy, the diminutive classic version can be popped in your mouth whole […]
6 Best Wine Bars in Paris That You’ll Never Want to Leave
We can all agree: in France wine is important. When 6 p.m. rolls around, the wine bars of Paris start to fill up. Colleagues finishing work jostle at the traditional zinc bars and sunny sidewalks become scattered with drinkers basking in the evening rays.The tiny wine bars of Paris come alive—it’s a city-wide convivial moment […]
The Five Food Markets in Paris No Trip Would Be Complete Without
You may think your town has a thriving farmer’s market scene, but you haven’t been to a Paris food market yet. If you’re lucky enough to stay in an apartment with a petite Parisian kitchen, you won’t want to skip a trip to the market. The traditional French shopping experience is a process. Sure, you […]
5 Michelin Star Restaurants in Paris That Are Actually Worth Your Time
Boasting 114 Michelin star restaurants, only Tokyo beats Paris in the list of cities with the most starred establishments. With so many to choose from, not to mention long waiting lists and high prices, it can be hard to know where to splash out. To make things easier, here we round up our top five […]
Our Favorite Paris Restaurants by Neighborhood: Belleville
A distinctive neighborhood in the northeast corner of Paris, Belleville is a perfect, non-touristy destination for foodies. Until 1860, Belleville was actually an independent, working-class village, home to farmers and winemakers. Today, following waves of immigration in the 20th century, the hilltop district has become one of Paris’ most artistically vibrant and ethnically diverse areas. […]