Month: May 2015

Le Cinq Codet, the hotel that pays homage to artists' studios

Designed by Jean-Philippe Nuel in a 30s building, the Cinq Codet is a hotel with 67 spacious rooms reminiscent of artists' studios. It is in the heart of the 7th arrondissement, in a quiet and residential street, that a hotel representative of "true Parisian chic" is hidden. Located a few steps from the Invalides, the Eiffel Tower and the Rodin Museum, the Cinq Codet is a house rich in paintings and whose rooms offer exceptional volumes in contemporary decor. The 67 rooms including 4 suites pay homage to artists' studios but are also welcoming and warm with their terraces. The Suite le Dôme is the little gem of the hotel: with its 83 m², it has a terrace and private jacuzzi… and has an exceptional view of the Dôme des Invalides. The hotel is also distinguished by a patio, magnified by bay windows that erase the boundary between exterior and interior. In this haven of peace, it is very pleasant to have lunch or to take a break at …

Treat yourself to a bucolic lunch at the Chalet des Iles

It is in a green setting, on the edge of the Bois de Boulogne lake, that the restaurant le Chalet des Iles invites you to enjoy an unforgettable lunch on the terrace... A stone's throw from the Etoile and La Défense is a charming place: the Chalet des Iles restaurant, particularly popular for its terraces overlooking the Bois de Boulogne lake. In this decor where nature is honored, it is very pleasant to take a gourmet break. The cuisine of this haven of peace is simple and tasty, favoring seasonal products and authentic tastes in the pure French tradition. Thus, we find as a starter the traditional snails, white asparagus from our regions but also homemade duck foie gras. For the main course, gourmets will have the choice between several meats and fish, with a few flavors from elsewhere on the menu such as the Teriyaki salmon cutlet or the confit lamb pastilla… True invitations to travel! If you are more of a sweet tooth, you will succumb...

Surprising… The prehistoric Lascaux cave is exhibited in Paris!

Until August 30, 2015, discover "Lascaux in Paris", an exhibition that traces the incredible history of the most famous prehistoric cave. It is nicknamed the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistory”. For the first time in Paris and until August 30, 2015, the exhibition on Lascaux allows history buffs to discover the masterpieces of this prehistoric cave famous throughout the world. Thanks to life-size reproductions, a virtual visit, models, archive images or even interactive games, visitors can understand the Paleolithic rock art of Lascaux. Thus, the 1520m² labyrinth retraces the unexpected discovery of the Lascaux cave in 1940, while the breathtakingly realistic 3D virtual tour immerses the public inside the cave itself... where a device makes it possible to recreate the conditions in which artists worked 20 years ago! In addition, five identically reproduced parts of the cave are presented exclusively for the first time! And four sculptures allow you to find yourself…

La Panthère de Cartier, an eau de parfum with a wild temperament

A light and sunny version of the perfume of the same name, La Panthère eau de parfum is aimed at sensual women with a fiery temperament. It's easy to imagine a feline warming up in the gentle rays of the sun… And that's precisely what inspired Mathilde Laurent, the creator of La Panthère eau de parfum for Cartier. A fragrance full of sensuality, which evokes a hymn to summer laziness... Moreover, the tiare flower, soft and vanilla, brings a delicate and distant touch to this floral fragrance born from the encounter of a dazzling gardenia with the sensual notes of musk. The bottle is itself a real gem since the head of the panther is looming, a veritable totemic figure whose every facet reveals itself to be solar and magnetic. A sculpture that looks like a precious stone made by the greatest goldsmiths! Paris Select is under the spell of this eau de parfum, as light as it is wild, which will fit passionate and free women like a glove... A must-have!

Lunch at L'Abeille, Shangri-La's gourmet restaurant

The Michelin-starred restaurant L'Abeille at the Shangri-La Hotel now opens its doors for lunch, every Thursday and Friday from 12:30 p.m. and 14 p.m. To end the week in style! The Shangri-La Hotel renews its offer for a month of May placed under the sign of pleasure! From now on, its restaurant L'Abeille (1 star in the Michelin Guide and 5 toques in Gault & Millau) welcomes gourmets for lunch, every Thursday and Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 14 p.m. They can taste the gourmet cuisine of chef Christophe Moret in an enchanting setting: with its windows overlooking the hotel's splendid garden, L'Abeille is a real haven of peace bathed in natural light! As for the menus, they change every week, according to seasonal products and the inspirations of the chef. But the dishes of choice are always in the spotlight: langoustine, foie gras, John Dory, squab... With very gourmet desserts such as the famous all-chocolate mille-feuille! The Shangri-La Hotel also offers seasonal novelties, such as the brunch of the …

Esprit Saint Germain Hotel

On the mythical Left Bank, in the heart of the 6th arrondissement, between the Luxembourg Gardens and the famous Boulevard Saint-Germain, the Esprit Saint Germain hotel was designed like a private house decorated with refinement and simplicity. A true "Home Sweet Home" with 28 particularly cozy rooms and suites, this establishment is also the starting point for all your Parisian desires: gourmet restaurants, art galleries, shopping... In this district which saw the birth of the legend of Paris arts and letters, luxury boutiques rub shoulders with antique dealers, before giving way to cultural venues such as the Musée d'Orsay, the Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral. Favorite: a Relaxation Area with a breathtaking view over the rooftops of Paris, the Saint-Sulpice Church and the Saint Germain des Près district.

Waskoll, exceptional gems

Modern and incredibly creative, Waskoll has been one of the most prestigious jewelry houses in Paris for several decades. It all starts with a family story: the Waskoll house is now run by two brothers, heirs to a long tradition of jewelers and gemologists. Their know-how and their creativity make the brand one of the most prestigious in Paris… If you like precious stones and gems in shimmering colors, discover the exceptional pieces made by the Waskoll house! Sapphires, emeralds and rubies are set in white or yellow gold and set with diamonds to create a striking color contrast. Thus, the rings become works of art showcasing stones of exceptional size and purity! The Waskoll house also offers wedding rings and solitaires that shine with a thousand lights… If you have a princess temperament, take a look at the diamond necklaces. White or multicolored, these jewels seem straight out of a fairy tale! Paris Select is seduced by jewellery…