year: 2020

The 10 most beautiful castles to visit around Paris

Less than two hours from Paris hides one of the jewels of French heritage: the Châteaux de la Loire. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Loire Valley is a region that is great to discover. Through this route, it is the whole history of France that we cross and we can only marvel at the beauty of the architecture and the gardens. Among all these marvels, here are our favorite castles to visit. – A bit of history… It is in this valley that there is the greatest concentration of castles in the world. Indeed, wars have not ceased to rage over the centuries to appropriate this beautiful territory bordered by the Loire. Later, around the XNUMXth century, the court of the kings of France settled there. Thus, it is therefore new buildings that have emerged to accommodate all these people. Then in full Renaissance, the existing castles have, for their part and for the most part, been brought up to date at the time. The visit of the Castles of the …

8 shops where you can find an original gift when you are invited

A bouquet of flowers, a box of chocolates or a pretty dessert… Let it be said, when you take on the role of the perfect host, you are tired of always receiving the same gifts from your guests. Same story on the other side, as a guest you would like from time to time to play the originality card and surprise the person who invites you. And since in these times of health crisis, “reunion” dinners at home are multiplying, Paris Select has thought of everyone and reveals the best spots where to find an original gift… Follow the guide! - Diptyque The pitch: All insiders will tell you, in terms of perfumes and candles, it's hard to find more refined than the products from Diptyque Paris. With the development of the different lines - tableware, household linen, decorative objects… - you will inevitably find the ideal gift there. What we find there: The brand's classic candles (Baies, Lys, Figuier, ...

15 restaurants to meet after summer

As summer draws to a close, reunions with family and friends promise to be warm in Parisian restaurants! After these moments of escape, it's time to gather around a table and share tasty moments. Here is a selection of restaurants where you can find your loved ones after this summer period. – Ralph's Ralph's Paris is a true haven of peace in the heart of the capital! While summer is in full swing, this enchanting terrace has just reopened its doors to offer you an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Here, Ralph Lauren elegance blends harmoniously with the authentic charm of picturesque Paris. The summer menu offers a selection of iconic Ralph's dishes, such as the delicious Ralph's Burger, the succulent New York Strip Steak, the Maryland Style Crab Cake, and the unmissable Caesar Salad. To amaze your taste buds, Le Ralph's also has a few summer novelties in store for you: the Bluefin Tuna, the Crispy Calamari & Zucchini, the Santa Barbara Salad, and the refreshing RL Spritz cocktail. Let yourself be seduced…

Why do Parisiennes swear by perfumer Francis Kurkdjian?

Maison Francis Kurkdjian was born in 2009 from the meeting of Francis Kurkdjian, creator of renowned perfumes behind many successes, and Marc Chaya, former partner of Ernst & Young. This founding duo, with complementary talents, imagined a sensual, generous and multi-faceted territory of free expression in which perfume is naturally the hero. In the world of perfume, Francis Kurkdjian holds a prominent place. Nothing predestined him to be a perfumer, but at the age of 13, he discovered this profession when his dreams of a star dancer at the Paris Opera and of a designer collapsed. In the shadows, he signed mythical perfumes such as Le Male, Fleurs du Male and the iconic Madame by Jean Paul Gaultier… Rose Barbare by Guerlain, My Burberry, Kenzo World or Eau Noire by Dior, it's him too. It was not until September 2009, while still working for the biggest brands, that Francis Kurkdjian co-founded his eponymous house with Marc Chaya, who is its President. Success is there, the creations follow one another and the …

Masha: the new HQ in the Kléber district

Freshly revamped by Michel Martiniani, the Masha displays sublime spaces mixing colors and materials with great accuracy. Two-tone striped floor, marble bar, velvet armchairs, designer arch and hyper-romantic floral carpet… As soon as you enter, the tone is set! It must be said that the star designer worked in close collaboration with the sweet Samia Hamida – who holds the reins of the establishment – ​​giving this exceptional place a little girly touch that reflects the spirit of the house. At the bottom of the steps, we discover with wonder a magnificent Japanese garden in the middle of the 'Jungle Groove' and 'Tokyo Jam' rooms. In a friendly atmosphere, you can then enjoy delicious cocktails – or detox juices pressed by the minute! – that you eat from morning to night continuously, have brunch or even party with friends… Having become a real HQ for some, the Masha invites you to relax around a gourmet bistronomic cuisine, with starters around sharing and high-end traditional dishes: salmon steak and risotto, rib steak and fries, burger... Finally, you can …

The most beautiful bars for a drink

At night, a new Paris awakens, animated by temptation and nocturnal pleasures. Let yourself be seduced by these confidential bars for a discreet drink… – Le Bar de Paris at the Plaza Athénée An unmissable event in the capital, the bar at the Plaza Athénée seduces celebrities from the world of fashion with its contemporary decor in the bleu infini and its menu of original cocktails, made and served with passion. A designer bar with pure lines, each aspect of which will surprise and delight you. Plaza Athénée, 25 Avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris. 01 53 67 66 65 – BOOK – Le Bar du Brach Le Bar du Brach is a trip in its own right. We discover all the values ​​dear to this hotel: friendliness, generosity and sharing. Always inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean basin, the bar team works from fresh produce and a tapas menu is also available to accompany the cocktails. Brach, 1-7 rue Jean Richepin, 75016 Paris. 01 44 30 10 00 – BOOK – Bar Marta at …

Our favorite restaurants in the 16th arrondissement

Renowned for its calm and peaceful atmosphere, the 16th arrondissement has a good number of high-end restaurants. We reveal the favorites of the editorial staff. – Girafe Among the trendy restaurants, there is Girafe! After Loulou and Monsieur Bleu, the duo Gilles Malafosse and Laurent de Gourcuff continue their successful adventures by inaugurating 'Girafe'. A luxurious marine brasserie, Place du Trocadéro. A combination of marble and velvet, 30s decor by Joseph Dirand and a super-elegant terrace. We come face to face with the Iron Lady! The setting is simply breathtaking and the map is no less so. Here we enjoy swordfish escalope Milanese, pasta with lobster, without forgetting whole grilled fish. This new table is already appearing as the most coveted rooftop of the next fashion week. Girafe, 1 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75016 Paris, 01 40 62 70 61 – La Place Longchamp La Place Longchamp is the new trendy restaurant offering delicious French bistro cuisine. In an atmosphere…