Month: March 2021

Panier des Sens: the natural cosmetics brand that smells of the south

Natural cosmetics, respectful of the environment and made directly in Provence, all in chic packaging, that's the promise of Panier Des Sens. Focus on this pretty brand that is gaining more and more followers in the beautysphere. – It was in 2001, in the South of France, in the heart of Provence, that Panier des Sens was born. Born in Marseille, Jérôme Lambruschini was inspired by the Provençal way of life, in which he grew up. From an early age, his grandfather transmitted to him the passion for trees, the vegetable garden, and nature while his mother, flirtatious and great lover of beauty products, instilled in him her love of their land and perfumes. It is then this double maternal and Mediterranean inspiration that we find in the Panier des Sens products. A real family story! – – Thus, the various ranges of care, toiletries and fresh waters magnify the beauty of its region of origin through collections with refined fragrances. These sensory formulas (composed …

The top exhibitions of the moment

Despite the persistent health crisis, it is still possible to have a great exhibition since Paris is full of museums, small galleries, exceptional ephemeral places and even… on the walls of its streets! Just open your eyes. To make it easier for you, we have listed the current exhibitions that are worth seeing. Mark your calendars! – “In the streets of Paris” at Galerie Sakura The pitch: a compendium of works produced on elements of Parisian life – cobblestones, metro maps, opera tickets and even restaurant menus! – signed by the 70 best street artists of the capital. Held at the Sakura Gallery, "In the streets of Paris" brings together no less than 200 works presented to the public, and if you fall in love, you can even acquire one of them and leave with it, under your arm ( first prices set at 100 euros)! Sakura Gallery, 21 Rue du Bourg Tibourg, 75004 Paris. Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 18 p.m. and Sunday from 14 p.m.

Fashion: 3 new trendy boutiques

Fashion Week has just ended, leaving behind a slew of new products. Among them, 3 temples of fashion that the Parisian gratin will hasten to discover. For those looking for inspiration for a little spring makeover, here are the new addresses to truster! - Polène This is the shop that all the Parisians have been waiting for! Having become an icon of French style and elegance, Polène branded bags now have their own boutique, a stone's throw from the Stock Exchange. This superb place (designed by the architect Valériane Lazard) is just like the house: organic, refined and elegant. You will find all the brand's hyper-desirable it-bags there: from the legendary Number One to the Maxi Tote, including the Number Eight in pastel shades and the Number Nine, the star of winter. Polène, 69 rue de Richelieu, 75002 Paris. Open every day from 11 am to 19:30 pm - 01 70 70 08 83. - Dover Street Market Good news for fashionistas. Dover Street Market, on ...

Gastronomy: meeting with Chef Akrame Benallal

Akrame Benallal is a powerful chef who cultivates a positive attitude! In his restaurant on rue Tronchet, the chef welcomes us with ease and shares his inspirations, values ​​and projects with us… A positive, communicative attitude! – What does Paris represent in your career as a chef? For me, Paris is a simply magical, inspiring and urban city, an open-air museum. It is a city that is strong in terms of positive energy. She teaches you to push yourself upwards and to fight for excellence, both in luxury and in gastronomy, which is my domain. – What are your sources of inspiration? My sources of inspiration are everywhere! You just have to have your eyes wide open on the world, on art as much as on the weather, the climate and happiness. It's all part of my sources of inspiration. You have to stay awake all the time and at all times. – What values ​​do you associate with your job?

Literature: 3 exceptional women to (re)discover

Their names are Gabrielle, Belle and Cleopatra. Fascinating because they are unpredictable, they have made history through their determination to want to be free to think and live... Immerse yourself in their extraordinary journey through 3 captivating works. – Coco et l'eau de l'amour, Michelle Marly, Fleuve editions 1919. Gabrielle Chanel is not recovering from the disappearance of her great love, Arthur Capet, who died suddenly in a car accident. His pain is abysmal. This passion is inscribed in her. From this pain, the designer will nevertheless make a strength. She will freeze her memory at the heart of a perfume. Thus was born the legendary perfume N°5. – Belle Greene, Alexandra Lapierre, Flammarion New York editions, at the beginning of the XNUMXth century. Belle Greene, a modern young woman, created a collection of rare and old books for the Morgan Library in New York. Through hard work and passion, she was quickly appreciated by the international aristocracy in which she evolved. But Belle hides a secret. That of his African-American origins. Which in the segregationist America of the time could ruin his career. To …

Our good addresses for a perfect weekend in Lisbon

To offer you a sunny city break, you don't need to go very far, so bet on Portugal! Neither too hot nor too cold, the Portuguese climate in spring is ideal for recharging your batteries. Here are the editorial staff's best addresses for a relaxing, gourmet, festive or romantic break in the heart of Lisbon... Follow the guide! Called "the city of a thousand colors", Lisbon is a city built on 7 hills that lends itself to walking. To reach the heights of the capital, funiculars and other vintage trams mingle with the maze of alleys... With its atypical architecture, its fado shows, its tasty, colorful cuisine and its festive atmosphere that animates the city, Lisbon turns out to be the ideal destination, for a total change of scenery, just 2 hours flight from Paris. – The best places to stay in Lisbon for a weekend – A very well-located hostel: Safestay Lisbon Located in the heart of Lisbon, just 200 meters from Central do Rossio station, the elegant hostel Safestay youth…

5 Kusmi Tea teas to give to a friend

She is the one who listens to you at any time of the day, the one who has always received you as a sister, with whom you spend hours on the phone telling your life story ... So, since it's your turn to pamper her and to offer him a thoughtful gift filled with love, here is our selection of personalized teas and infusions to please your best friend! - For a Zen friend: Be Cool No more “grandmother's tea”! Kusmi Tea reinvents herbal infusion with Be Cool. An organic relaxing infusion based on verbena and delicate notes of peppermint, liquorice and apple. Price: € 14,90 Infusion: 5-6 min in water heated to 100 ° C. - For a friend who likes to party: White Bellini The new Kusmi Tea organic white tea with peach and apricot flavors has it all. The infinite delicacy of white tea, voluptuously fruity flavors and a champagne-colored liquor, worthy of the most trendy cocktails. Price: € 19,90 - For an energetic and committed friend: Tchaï of the Tiger This organic black tea with spices (ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper and ...