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What to do in Paris this weekend? (from December 15 to 17)

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Cultural activities or outdoor events… We have selected the best times to enjoy Paris this weekend. From unique trade fairs to exciting exhibitions and sensational shows… Follow our program to experience an unforgettable weekend in the City of Lights!

This weekend, stop by Ralph's Coffee, Ralph Lauren's very first Parisian café

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Since weekend last, the American brand settles definitively with its coffee in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, in the most Ralph Lauren department store in Europe. And yes, this brand now offers a complete gastronomic experience. On the menu, the Ralph Lauren signature coffees, concocted with grains from organic farming, accompanied by a tempting selection of French and Anglo-Saxon pastries. Croissants, pain au chocolat, muffins or even carrot cakes. A complete immersion in the refined art of living and the exquisite taste of Ralph Lauren!

Ralph's Coffee – 173 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris

This weekend, take the time to drink a glass of champagne at the Westminster Hotel

The Westminster Hotel adds a new gem to its repertoire luxurious experiences, a brand new Champagne bar ! This emblematic establishment, already well anchored in the Parisian scene, recently opened the doors of its Champagne bar to offer an exceptional and refined experience to its visitors. THE innovative concept who guides this temple of champagne places this exceptional drink at the heart of your experience. Here, the champagne shines brightly its richness, its diversity as well as its infinite nuances. The menu presents a careful selection of exceptional champagnes.

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Westminster Hotel – 13 Rue de la Paix, 75002 Paris

The Garden Courtyard of the Plaza Athénée is transformed for the end-of-year celebrations

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« The Chalet du Plaza Athénée » will propose, November 23, 2023 to January 20, 2024, a very exotic experience around a menu designed by the famous Chief Jean Imbert. It will highlight Savoyard specialties as well as the essential fondue, available in three versions. Plain, with porcini mushrooms or black truffle. New this year, the Chef will also offer a champagne fondue

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Furthermore, enjoy a unique setting, facing an ice rink installed at the foot of the chalet. Privatized for the occasion, guests will be able to enjoy an aperitif and a glass of champagne. The most daring will be able to put on their skates and perform some tricks. An ice professional will be on site if they wish to be advised. 

Hotel Plaza Athénée – 25 Avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris« The Chalet du Plaza Athénée » – from Thursday November 23, 2023 to Saturday January 20, 2024 only from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive. Every day from December 18, 2023 to January 7, 2024. – Reservations from 2 people, via this link or by telephone at +33 (0) 1 53 67 66 20 

Discover the exhibition “Return from Asia: Henri Cernuschi, a collector in the time of Japonism”

December exhibitions

Until 4th February 2024,  Cernuschi Museum will present the exhibition “Return from Asia”. She invites visitors to follow in the footsteps ofHenri Cernuschi. Since his travel to the Far East until returning to Paris where he created one of the very first museums of Asian art. The perfect opportunity to celebrate 150th anniversary of his return from Asia. This unique exhibition invites you to discover the journey of the traveler and collector. His innovative contribution made it possible to bring about the taste revolution in Europe, also known as the name of Japonism.

Cernuschi Museum – 7 Av. Velasquez, 75008 Paris

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This weekend, visit the magical world of Rue des Bulles

Imagine yourself under a majestic canopy of 3 balloons suspended six meters high, creating a magical atmosphere in the heart of the 6th arrondissement of Paris. here is Rue des Bulles, originally known as rue des Canettes. Until 26 December, champagne lovers and the curious are invited to an effervescent and immersive experience, plunging into the enchanting world of the Champagne brand, Nicolas Feuillatte. This ephemeral event will take place every Thursday and Friday in the month of Advent !

Rue Des Bulles – Rue des Canettes, 75006 Paris

(Re)discover the musical Starmania at the Seine Musical!

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Until 28th January 2024, the famous musical comedy Starmania marks its big return to the Seine Musicale. More than a new version, it's a return toprimary intention of Starmania, its dramaturgy, its tragic dimension that the public will be able to discover. The story takes place in a world of the future. Is this a near, distant, virtual future, a past future ? The ideal opportunity to rediscover the essential hits deeply anchored in contemporary popular culture.

“When we arrive in town”, “The Businessman Blues”, “The World is stoned”, “One against the other”, “SOS of an earthling in distress”, “Need for love”... Each song is placed in the story which finds its original fluidity, the energy of the youth who invented Starmania.

La Seine Musicale – La Seine Musicale, Île Seguin, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt

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Eat in the heart of Norbert Tarayre’s bistro at the Prince de Galles

Pioneer of a prestigious Parisian hotel industry, the Prince de Galles once again striking in its audacity. Through its desire to offer Parisians and hotel residents a more spontaneous and comforting at hotel tablesNorbert Tarayre was keen to resurrect popular cuisine in the noblest sense of the term at the Prince of Wales. Far from the noisy dining rooms, the plates here are legible. Inspired by scoundrel recipes and nourished by transmission,slow cooking and beautiful traditions.

Norbert Tarayre consider it no less the Prince of Wales's kitchen as a place of unique experiences. Why not like a living theater, alternating between chefs invited to cook alongside him and in front of a friendly roome. Thus, he explores a new genre. That of an author's cuisine imbued with a certain conviviality specific to its bistronomy and raised to the highest with vision andstrong identity of a starred chef different every time.

Prince of Wales, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Paris – 33 Av. George V, 75008 Paris

Experience a moment of relaxation on the Champs-Élysed with the Rituals brand 

At the heart of Champs-Élysées, in a bubble of serenity far from the tumult of Paris, the brand of well-being, Rituals, invites you to immerse yourself in a regenerative experience in an innovative place. Rituals she has just inaugurated his very first Mind Oasis in Paris, and offers you a welcome refuge. But what exactly does he have in store? 

On the ground floor, spanning 200 square meters, rediscover exquisite body care and home products. The perfect opportunity to perfume your shelves with exquisite essences. Upstairs, over 300 square meters, you will discover 6 innovative cabins dedicated to mental relaxationand 9 hydromassage mattresses. A true haven of peace to revitalize the body and mind!

Rituals – 31-33 Av. des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris

Discover the Ritz Bar’s new exquisite cocktail menu

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This new card takes the form of an authentic biodynamic calendar. It links the astral signs fire to the fruits, air to the flowers, earth to the roots and water to the leaves. The menu translates above all into a unique approach to designing a cocktail. Indeed, each creation is imagined arounda single ingredient declined in all its facets. Thus, for a flower, several varieties and origins are the subject of different extraction methods, in the laboratory of Ritz Bar, or by craftsmen. You will then be able to select your cocktail according to your favorite element or the astral alignment of the day!

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Ritz Bar – Signature cocktail: €35, Canapes: €35. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 17:30 p.m. to 23:30 p.m. Accessible by 15 place Vendôme 75001 Paris, or 38 rue Cambon 75001 Paris

Immerse yourself in the heart of Salvador Dali's artistic universe with “Art in Nature” 

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You have until 21th January 2024 to experience a whole new immersive experience organized by La Villette“Art in nature”, a light walk in the park around the world of Salvador Dali! This event is a new form of entertainment where light installations mingle with the surrealist works of the famous Spanish artist. This weekend will be an opportunity to admire the surrealist sculptures of Salvador Dalí, combined with a light and interactive show. A unique experience that will delight young and old alike! Among the works on display, visitors will be able, among other things, to admire: The Dance of Time I, Alice in Wonderland, Elephant of Triumph or even The Weather Profile : the famous soft watch!

La Villette – 211 Av. Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris

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This weekend, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of West Side Story at the Théâtre de Châtelet

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The magic of the cult musical “West Side Story” is back in Paris for an unforgettable experience at Châtelet Theater. Du October 20 to December 31, 2023, prepare yourself to be transported by the captivating tunes of “Maria”, “Somewhere” or “America” ! This new version of “West Side Story” is a true reinvention under the direction of the New York director  Lonny Price. He surrounded himself with a team of international creation to give new life to the original choreographies of Jerome Robbins. The result promises to capture all the passion and intensity of this modern adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet,” set in 1950s New York. 

Théâtre du Châtelet – 2 Rue Edouard Colonne, 75001 Paris

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