Month: October 2021

What to do this weekend in Paris? (29-31 Oct)

Go see an exhibition, feast the eyes and taste buds at the Salon du Chocolat, enjoy a top-notch brunch… It takes little to be happy, so follow our guide to the best activities for this weekend in Paris! - What to do this weekend in Paris… in love? - Take a trip to the Salon du Chocolat Notice to gourmets, chocolate fans and other pastry aficionados, the event not to be missed this weekend is none other than the Salon du Chocolat! The largest global event dedicated to cocoa returns this October 28 to November 1, 2021 at Porte de Versailles. On the program: spectacular parade, live demonstrations, fun activities and prestigious competitions… No problem, this 26th edition promises to be memorable! I RESERVE MY PLACE - Bruncher aux Deux Magots Who says weekend… says brunch! The most coveted brunch in Saint-Germain-des-Prés is none other than Deux Magots, on their large terrace. Served between 10:30 am to 15:30 pm, you will have the choice between the Saint-Germain brunch or the Marin brunch. Thus, both offers include a drink ...

Discover the North Pole aboard the Commander Charcot

Inaugurated just a month ago, Commander Charcot is the first expedition ship to explore the polar lands. Running on liquefied natural gas, it meets Ponant's ecological commitments to the letter ... Zoom in on this unique, completely revolutionary vessel. - Commander Charcot: the first ship to explore the polar lands On September 30, Commander Charcot - named after the famous French explorer - joined the fleet of PONANT, leader in luxury cruises. The fruit of 6 years of work, the flagship of the French pavilion has traveled 1200 kilometers in the North Pole. A precious region full of breathtaking landscapes… At its helm, we find Commander Etienne Garcia. Passionate about the polar environment for 20 years, this ice expert has participated in the location and mapping of original routes such as the first crossing of the Northwest Passage. He is accompanied by Patrick Marchesseau, commander for PONANT since 2004, and since 2010 on polar expedition cruises. On the footbridge of Commander Charcot, the eternal adventurers ...

Our 10 select gifts to shop during Black Friday

As every year, we are impatient while waiting for Black Friday. This 2021 edition falls on Friday, November 26 and proves, as usual, to be the best good plan to prepare your Christmas presents. The latest Dyson vacuum cleaner, Apple Watch, Cookeo and other GHD straighteners… We have selected the best nuggets to grab for you, all categories! - FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO TAKE CARE OF THEM… THE FOREO cleansing brush To clean your face quickly and effectively, we haven't found any better than the FOREO facial cleansing brush. This connected accessory is the ultimate ally of Parisians and other urban women who live at 100 miles an hour! Thanks to its ultra-advanced integrated sensors, this mini device analyzes the condition of your skin - age, hydration level - and determines the 100% personalized cleaning routine to adopt. Thus, the intensity, frequency and duration of the T-Sonic pulsations of its silicone nubs can be adapted according to your needs, to cleanse the skin in depth without attacking it… After a few weeks of use, we immediately see the result! Black Friday offer: Foreo Luna 3 cleaning brush ...

Where to drink a cocktail for a first date?

We know that the first date is very important. You have to cultivate the mystery while revealing your personality. The choice of place will set the scene for your first date, so it is important to choose it well… We opt for these 10 elegant, sensual or even original addresses to get to know our future half… The Very Particular at the Mansion Why let's go ? The place is cozy and chic. The soft red velvet armchairs and the glass roof offer a romantic setting. The atmosphere is cozy and you feel timeless. We can already see ourselves whispering things in the ear of our conquest.Le Très Particulier at the Hôtel Particulier, 23 avenue Junot, 75018 - Le Bar Martaau Fouquet's Paris Why are we going there? Hidden bar at the Fouquet's hotel, the Marta, is the ultimate spot to meet up and have a drink. Known only to the initiated, you can choose either to sit on your cozy bucolic rooftop, or in the sofas in…

The best restaurants in the 8th arrondissement

MunQuartier des Champs-Élysées The pitch: Right in the middle of the Champs-Élysées, this green paradise in height certainly offers the most beautiful view of the capital and the restaurants of the 8th district! Signed by Julien Chicoine and Roland Puse, the menu showcases dishes with Japanese accents. Starting already with the luxury sushi-bar which sells the most beautiful raw fish! Also to be tested: the crispy chicken with tonkatsu sauce, tempuras, black cod and orange miso… As for sweets, the pastries are branded Yann Couvreur, a safe bet. Mun, 52 avenue des Champs-Élysées 75008 Paris. 01 40 70 57 05 – ApiciusQuartier des Champs-Elysées Nestled in a “chic guinguette” style garden, Apicius is the most discreet and coveted terrace of the restaurants in the 8th arrondissement. Starred in the Michelin Guide, chef Mathieu Pacaud offers colorful dishes, both raw and cooked, daring to grill socialites as well as the ideal snack to accompany outdoor appetites. Apicius, 20 Rue D'Artois, 75008 Paris. 01 43 80 19 66 – Laurent Quartier des Champs-Elysées No exception to the rule, the bucolic terrace of the Laurent reopens its doors on Wednesday May 19, it …

November 8-10: What to do this weekend in Paris?

Go see a fashion show, enjoy a delicious brunch after an intensive sport session or shop for a pretty branded plant… Discover our good vibes tips for this weekend of November 8-10! - Have fun with a sports brunch Throughout the month of October, Cali Sisters and Punch Boxing are joining forces to offer a 100% feel-good experience. It starts with a boxing session to let off steam then you will continue with a delicious brunch formula to comfort yourself. On the menu: halloumi salad, pancakes with quinoa, ricotta & roasted fruit, sourdough and organic egg toast with zaatar, homemade granola with seasonal fruits ... Or, the ideal combo to fill up with energy and good vibes every Sunday morning. A striking collaboration! Punch Boxing Studio: 3 Rue de Richelieu, 75001 Paris & Cali Sisters: 17 Rue Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, 75002 Paris. Package price: 49 € for 1 dedicated punch session + 1 brunch formula at Cali Sisters. Hours: Punch session at 13:30 p.m. + Brunch…

The best restaurants in 1st arrondissement

In the 1st arrondissement - Palais Royal, Saint Honoré, Tuileries - there are typically Parisian restaurants, but not only… Between gourmet cuisine, traditional cuisine and world cuisine, there is something for everyone! Here is our selection of the best restaurants in the 1st arrondissement. A selection of refined places that are both trendy and original, and confidential addresses just waiting for your visit. - La Dame de Pic (Louvre district) Gastronomic Cuisine: A stone's throw from the Louvre Museum, Anne-Sophie Pic inaugurated her first Parisian restaurant La Dame de Pic, in 2012. The 7-star Chef uses all the codes of her different tables: precise work, all in finesse, combined with lively inspiration. The menu displays Saint Jacques de Normandie, butternut squash risotto, pigeon crab on its fine mandarin jelly or even white millefeuille and light cream with Damascus rose… The flagship dish? The delicious berlingots, which she declines according to the terroirs of each of her ...