Month: November 2018

Art: 5 galleries, 5 styles 

Art lovers can only be satisfied in Paris! Whether on the Left or Right Bank, galleries flourish everywhere in The City of Light… Zoom in on our 5 favorites, inspiring places that all have a particularity that makes them unique. Collection Gallery, contemporary crafts Created in 2006 by Ateliers d'Art de France and located just opposite the Picasso Museum, in the Marais, Collection is the gallery of contemporary crafts. Collection presents singular works, by about twenty artists of the material per year, who also participate in international events (Collect in London, Revelations at the Grand Palais in Paris, Tokyo Art Fair, etc.). Ceramic, blown glass, turned wood or even metal lace… Sublime creations, a must see! Galerie Collection, 4 rue de Thorigny, 75003 Paris Galerie Hopkins, the arty melting pot La Galerie Hopkins, which opened in 1984, surprises with its policy of combining styles, which is nonetheless consistent. It presents the impressionist works of the greatest names (Monet, Renoir, Pissarro, Sisley) as well as those ...

The best Israeli restaurants in Paris

Trend: the boom of Israeli restaurants in Paris

It is impossible not to notice it, the cuisine of the Middle East, and more particularly Israeli, is in the spotlight in restaurants in Paris. A generation of young chefs have taken the lead in bringing this tasty and generous gastronomy to Parisians. Here are our favorite places to feast on hummus, shakchouka, baba ganoush… Balagan At the command of Balagan? Two emblematic chefs of the new Israeli generation, Assaf Granit and Uri Navon and the talented entrepreneurs of the Experimental Group (Prescription, Ballroom…). This ideally located address has seduced with its gourmet cuisine and its warm and festive atmosphere. We are going to learn about Mediterranean cuisine revisited and modern. A great experience. The specialty: The unstructured kebab. Balagan, 9 rue d'Alger 75001 Miznon The pretty Miznon canteen in the Marais is no stranger to the popularity of Israeli cuisine in Paris. In this beautiful address, the dishes are scribbled in chalk on a large slate. We inevitably fall for the pitas that we garnish according to our preferences with vegetables, fish or grilled meats. The menu changes every day ...

15 tips from Parisiennes not to get depressed this winter

The days are shorter, the weather less favorable, the light almost nonexistent… The ideal combo for a small seasonal depression. But, there are plenty of ways to indulge yourself and fight against the gloom. Here are our tips that always work. 1. We start knitting. Indeed, knitting, just like coloring, is an activity similar to meditation. We focus on what we are doing and forget everything. Besides, it's really rewarding to be able to do something with our 10 fingers. Handmade headbands and scarves are ours! The top? We will learn during a We are Knitters workshop. 2. Netflix & chill! We take advantage of the long rainy days to catch up with all the series that we are late. We slip under a good plaid and we chain the episodes without looking at the time. A weekend certainly not very constructive, but which allowed us to recharge the…

When Languedoc comes to Paris

From December 1 to 15, 2018, Languedoc is in the spotlight in the coolest wine bars in Paris for the Happy Languedoc operation. A great opportunity to discover this sometimes unrecognized region which deserves our full attention. Are you missing the sun? Do not panic, the art of living of Languedoc invites itself in the capital for our greatest pleasure. On the occasion of the Happy Languedoc event, nearly 70 Parisian establishments will highlight the diversity and richness of AOC Languedoc wines. During the first two weeks of December, numerous activities, such as meetings with winegrowers, food-wine pairing menus or tastings, will be organized all over Paris in wine bars, dining cellars, contemporary bistros, etc. , some of our favorite addresses such as the Petrissans, Renoir, Absinthe, Le Café des Abattoirs or even Le Petit Sommelier or the ABC du vin by la Truffière will offer us the opportunity to discover their own selection of AOC Languedoc wines. During these atypical evenings, we discover all ...

Focus on the best pastry chefs in Paris restaurants

The talents of French gastronomy are well established. Our beautiful country can count on top chefs whom the whole world envies us. But, it is not only in the salty that we excel and many pastry chefs delight gourmets. Here are the chefs whose creations make us salivate… Christelle Brua du Pré Catalan Her CV: Christelle Brua has been working in Frédéric Anton's three-star restaurant, Le Pré Catalan, since 2003. The talented chef is a regular at awards and has already obtained the pastry chef of the year award in 2009 by Le Chef magazine and in 2014 by the famous Gault & Millau. This month, Christelle Brua became the first woman to obtain the title of best restaurant pastry chef in the world awarded by the association Les Grandes tables du monde. She excels both in creations and in the great classics. His speciality ? Apple in puffed sugar, caramel ice cream, cider and sparkling sugar. Cédric Grolet du Meurice His CV…

3 exhibitions to see before the end of the year

With fall starting to really take hold, we are looking more for indoor activities. To protect yourself from the cold and the rain, museums are perfect. In addition, this season has been particularly rich in quality cultural events in Paris. Discover our three favorite exhibitions to discover before it's too late! Michael Jackson: On The Wall at the Grand Palais Throughout his career, Michael Jackson was a pioneer. His influence is recognized by all, but not only in the world of music. He has changed video clips, fashion… He has also been the muse of many artists such as Andy Warhol, Lorraine O'Grady and Isaac Julien. And it is precisely this point that the Grand Palais has decided to highlight. Through the works of different artists, we discover how the King of Pop was a precious source of inspiration. Michael Jackson: On The Wall, Galerie Sud-Est, From November 23, 2018 to February 14, 2019. Grand Palais, 3 Avenue du Général Eisenhower, 75008. Basquiat…

Phytomer, the new favorite SPA of Parisiennes

Newly opened on rue Washington, a few steps from the legendary avenue des Champs-Élysées, Phytomer Spa Étoile is a brand new setting, the brand's first true flagship. In this magnificent 250 m² flagship, spread over two levels, you first come across a shopping area at the entrance, before discovering a top-notch spa. Composed of 9 ultra-comfortable premium treatment cabins, it is equipped with high-end equipment including whole-body cryotherapy and a Japanese infrared sauna ... A small, very confidential boudoir serves as a hairdressing area, for the few happy few who have succeeded to strike up a date with Stéphane, the VIP's favorite hairstylist. Its design, sober to perfection, is a nod to the pure and natural atmosphere of the Breton coast - region of origin of PHYTOMER - with the alliance of raw and noble materials: stone, wood, cream color and intense blue. … Magnificent ceiling moldings, pearl tapestry and other brass accessories complete the setting of this exceptional place, bringing a touch of Parisian glamor-chic. Created exclusively around the PHYTOMER and VIE Collection protocols, the treatment menu responds perfectly ...