Stuck in Paris, are you furiously scrolling through your Instagram feed, ignoring photos of your friends at the beach, taking it easy? In order not to envy them, we have concocted a selection of original activities for you. Just to feel “like on vacation”.
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Country lunch at Brumaire and sail on the Seine with Lakana
Nestled in the heart of Saint Cloud Park, Brumaire is the essential spot for tables with friends or family. Thanks to its high perched location, the restaurant offers a panorama unpublished on the park. On their large bucolic terrace, the change of scenery is total, it really feels like being on vacation... Then on the plate, it's also flawless, we appreciate the simple and tasty cuisine of the Head.
After having enjoyed yourself, head to the embarkation port of Lacan. It is located at Boulogne (10 minutes by car from Brumaire). Your captain gets you on board quickly and off you go for an unforgettable cruise on the Seine! For 1h30 – or 2h30 – you will rediscover the most beautiful Parisian monuments as you have never seen them before…
Brumaire, Allée de la Grande Gerbe, 92210 Saint-Cloud. 01 46 02 44 39
Lacan, from €130/person for 2 hours and €30/person for 95 hours. For important events (marriage proposal, business meeting, etc.) Lakana also does tailor-made services.
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Have a drink in an ultra-chic hidden spot in the Yakuza Garden and discover the Silencio des Prés
To have a drink out of sight in the Opéra district, we found a pretty nugget. The new green terrace of Maison Albar Hotels – Le Vendome wants to be intimate summer landmark, where to meet up with friends at any time of the day to enjoy a timeless parenthesis... Yakuza Garden, you feel good, you sip your favorite cocktail in a 'house & chill' musical atmosphere !
Otherwise, we recommend the resto-cine concept 'The Silencio of the Meadows'. Nestled in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, this establishment is original. Indeed, it merges a chic and friendly restaurant with the emblematic ex-cinema of the district, “ Star ". Here, you can therefore taste the dishes of the Chef Guillaume Sanchez that review the classics of the 7th art. The cinema does not neglect any choice on the films screened. Every day, from 11 a.m. until the restaurant closes, it is possible to relax in front of feature films such as Mommy or The Angels Share!
The Patio du Vendome, 7 rue du Helder, 75009 Paris
Silencio of the Meadows, 22 Rue Guillaume Apollinaire, 75006 Pariss
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Chill on the banks of the Seine at Polpo Plage and enjoy the private swimming pool of Les Maquereaux
To take a 'Seine, sand and sun' trip a few minutes from Paris, head to Polpo Beach. The program is always the same: sand, deckchairs, beach bar and view of the “sea”. Everything is there to believe you are on vacation! To refresh yourself, you will have the choice between beers, rosé or white wine. To accompany this, delicious oysters and other signed plates Superproducer, perfect for satisfying small hunger pangsaperitif.
Les Maquereaux offer the must on the Seine: swimming at any time of the day in a private swimming pool! In this pool area, which can accommodate up to 20 people, everything has been thought out for a break away from prying eyes. A pool 1m30 deep, a shower with a view of the Seine, comfortable benches, bath towels, food and drink and musical background by Les Maquereaux!
Polpo Beach, 47 Quai Charles Pasqua, 92300 Levallois-Perret
Mackerels, 66 Quai d'Austerlitz 75013 Paris
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Create your tailor-made perfume and a healthy meal at Pokawa
Installed at 36 rue Etienne Marcel, the concept of The Alchemist Workshop Is simple. Each customer comes to create their own fragrance thanks to a service of bespoke perfume. To do this, the house offers a collection of 34 fragrances – composed of 16 bases and 18 chords – formulated by perfumery experts and made using the best raw materials. One original process which takes place in just a few steps, guided throughout by a professional... Through this new interactive experience, The Alchemist Atelier is shaping a new era of bespoke perfumery.
Right after this beauty parenthesis, we go to have a poke bowl at Pokawa, two blocks away. The neighborhood is not lacking in nice restaurants but we really like this typical hawaiian food which is healthy and refreshing as desired. The pioneering firm offers creations that are just as delicious as each other. Notice to demanding gourmets, you can even create your own bespoke poke ! Choose your base, your toppings, your proteins and the desired marinade. Our recommendation: lovers of sweets, opt for the cheesecake and its raspberry coulis for dessert. You will be pleasantly surprised!
The Alchemist Workshop, 36 rue Etienne Marcel, 75002 Paris. 01 84 60 84 74
Pokawa, 62 Rue Montorgueil, 75002 Paris. 01 40 26 38 93
By Melanie Hroorakvit
