Month: August 2016

Petit Matin & Grand Soir, when Francis Kurkdjian puts Paris in a bottle!

A true ode to an enchanting Paris, the new duo of perfumes from the house of Francis Kurkdjian offers us luminous and enchanting scents... Unique moments in a Parisian day, the Petit Matin and the Grand Soir inspired the perfumer Francis Kurkdjian who likes to live "at the rhythms of this Paris" and offers us today "an olfactory getaway in the heart of the City of Light". The freshness of the first hours of the day, in a chiaroscuro conducive to daydreaming... Such is the identity of the Petit Matin perfume, which is characterized by the luminous energy of litsea cubeba from Indonesia and lemon from Calabria, the sweetness floral scent of lavandin from Provence and hawthorn, and amber and musky notes. Magic and pleasure are evoked in the Grand Soir perfume, with the soft vanilla warmth of benzoin from Siam and tonka bean from Brazil jostled by the deep darkness of cistus labdanum from Spain… ♡ Paris Select favorite : a duo available from August 1, 2016 in preview in the Parisian boutiques of …

The Grand Hotel La Cloche, prestige in the heart of Dijon

Emblem of Dijon's heritage, attached to the collection of historic Mgallery hotels, the Grand Hotel La Cloche is the only 5-star establishment in the capital of Burgundy. For 30 years, it has been modernizing to fully reflect its era, while retaining its values ​​of prestige, timelessness and elegance which are its trademarks. The Grand Hotel La Cloche can boast of being considered the most beautiful hotel in Dijon. It also benefits from special attention from its owners, who launched the "Renaissance" project in order to make the establishment a benchmark on the international market for exceptional hotels, while maintaining its identity. clean: a place of culture, art of living and well-being. Listed as a historical monument, Le Grand Hôtel La Cloche is also the only 5-star hotel in Dijon. It has 88 rooms including 5 suites with a warm and elegant decoration, through timeless materials such as walnut and granite, combined with warm tones drawing on the regional heritage such as …

The Terrace of Le Trésor restaurant, a haven of calm and tranquility!

In the calm of a pedestrian alley in the Marais, the restaurant le Trésor unveils its terrace, a place with a serene atmosphere where you come to savor an Auvergne menu. In the heart of the Marais, the restaurant le Trésor offers Parisians and tourists the opportunity to enjoy the city in the calm atmosphere of a pedestrian alley. With its 50 seats, its terrace allows you to spend a convivial and gourmet moment, far from the calm and the hustle and bustle. Mythical address of the 90s, the Treasury has given itself a facelift with a decoration and a menu now honoring Auvergne with superb selected Aubrac meats or even a homemade aligot, a traditional recipe ideal for a meal placed under the sign of conviviality! This authentic Parisian bistro stands out as a place of life, to be frequented throughout the day since it is open from noon to 23:30 p.m., 7 days a week. ♡ Paris Select favorite: the oyster bar which reminiscent of holidays by the sea.

Quintessence, tubes to perfume your interior!

Renowned for its high-end scented candles, Quintessence now offers tubes to be placed in the different spaces of your home. Created in 2008, Quintessence gives back its letters of nobility to the candle, through a collection of scented creations made in France and evoking an art of living that the world envies us. In 2014, the house presented its new, very luxurious identity, to be discovered during an olfactory journey installed in a Parisian mansion. From now on, Quintessence is no longer limited to candles with evocative scents since it is launching a charming novelty: boxes made up of 23 scented tubes, to be placed wherever you want in your home. Thus, the "musk-violet" tubes are imbued with softness and freshness, bringing a breath of fresh air and reminiscent of the comfort of immaculate cotton. The “cedar” tubes are adorned with a subtle and pleasant fragrance for a green and woody soaring… An olfactory journey to offer or to afford, without hesitation! ♡ Paris Select's favorite: tubes to be placed in a…

Le Cep, a dive into the history of Burgundy!

Ideally located in the heart of Beaune in Burgundy, capital of Burgundy wines, the hotel Le Cep is also a few meters from the famous Hospices de Beaune and the Notre-Dame basilica. An establishment of choice for visiting the region and discovering its architectural and cultural marvels... In the heart of the vineyards, Beaune in Burgundy is home to a luxurious hotel steeped in history, Le Cep, which today has 65 rooms including 29 suites, all personalized . Each of the room categories uses the Burgundy Wine appellations, like a nod to connoisseurs: Burgundy, Village, Premier Cru, Grand Cru and Nectar. With a decoration combining the charm of the old and modern comfort, the Nectar suites guarantee an unforgettable stay, in particular thanks to their rare furniture which fits into an exquisite universe which will undoubtedly please aesthetes. The Grand Cru Suites are distinguished by their cachet, with a French ceiling or beautiful old-fashioned wardrobes... The Premier Cru Rooms offer cozy comfort, while the Village Rooms are ideal...

My day placed under the sign of the Universal Exhibition

Created in the 1851th century with the aim of presenting the craft productions, industrial achievements and other technological advances of the various nations, the Universal Exhibitions thus enabled their participants to exhibit their wealth in pavilions typical of the architecture of their country. If the first edition met with great success in London in 1900, we still remember today the famous Universal Exhibition of 50 which attracted more than 77 million visitors to Paris who came to discover the “Assessment of a century”. In its wake were built the Petit and the Grand Palais intended to present prestigious salons and exhibitions, but also the Alexandre III bridge, artistic symbol of Franco-Russian friendship located in the axis of the esplanade des Invalides. The Grand Palais Located on the edge of the Champs-Elysées, opposite the Petit Palais, from which it is separated by avenue Winston-Churchill, the Grand Palais "des Beaux Arts" has hosted major official artistic events in the capital over 000 m² since its inauguration in 1900. In a resolutely “Belle Epoque” style, this monument is made up of a large …

How to occupy the children this summer in Paris?

Summer holidays can be very long when you don't know what to offer your children to keep them occupied... Fortunately, our beautiful city of Paris is full of places to visit, activities and games to discover to live a dream summer! Follow the guide… The Tuileries Festival Until August 22, 2016, the Tuileries Festival offers attractions and rides, in the festive and sweet atmosphere of the most beautiful fairgrounds! An event not to be missed under any circumstances. Find out more Vincennes Zoo Among the “nature” oriented outings that children enjoy, Vincennes Zoo is in a good position! On the program: guided tours, activities and discovery of animals. Find out more Open-air cinema On the occasion of a day dedicated to the ocean, Paris Plages offers an open-air screening of Finding Dory! See you on August 17, 2016, in front of the Town Hall. Find out more Barbie, the exhibition Treat yourself to a few hours of “fashion” culture with the toddlers, by discovering the exhibition dedicated to Barbie, the …