All article tags: Paris

7 creative workshops to do with children

Are you looking for an activity to do with your child to develop their creative side and introduce them to a new art? Whether for a special moment with family or to organize the birthday of your child and their friends, here are some ideas for creative workshops in Paris. Discover with your child the art of old-fashioned photography For artistically inclined children who are passionate about photography, this workshop is the ideal activity. In a parent-child pair, you will discover the process of old photography. You and your child will play the role of photographer and model, then it will be time to develop the photos as was customary in the 19th century. You will then be able to leave with your unique family photo following this workshop! I’m introducing my children to photography! Introduction to the basics of sewing This sewing course is the ideal activity for an afternoon with your child and their friends, for a birthday for example. Led by a stylist, this workshop will allow your child…

Valentine's Day: Last call for latecomers!

Unorganized, no time, no ideas? Paris Select is here to save you! If you recently missed all our Valentine's Day selections, here they are all together to organize a great last minute evening with your other half! Restaurants, hotels, gifts, experiences, everything is there to suit every desire! So, don’t hang around any longer! – 1. An evening in an original restaurant This year, for Valentine’s Day, Paris Select offers you the opportunity to swap the traditional candlelit dinner, romantic but very classic, for a more original evening in restaurants, each more unique than the next. ! Our editorial staff has put together a top list of unusual experiences for celebrating lovers' day together... Our selection of restaurants for Valentine's Day is here! 2. A DIY workshop to share For those who haven't yet found an idea for their Valentine's Day gift and who are tired of giving flowers and chocolates... We understand, it's difficult to be original (e) every year! That's why …

2 horses

5 experiences for two to celebrate Valentine's Day

What could be better than living unique experiences in the capital of love for Valentine’s Day? In Paris, there are many possibilities for activities, each more romantic than the last. Gourmet restaurant, stroll through the city streets, cultural evening: these are sure values. However, it's time to surprise your other half with an activity that's different from the ordinary. Here is our selection of outings to do on February 14 to experience an exceptional evening in the City of Lights. – Caviar tasting In the sophisticated setting of Place Vendôme, you will be welcomed for an extraordinary tasting, to discover caviar. A dish of rare quality, you can enjoy different caviars in a most luxurious environment. To accompany this tasting, a glass of champagne or a glass of vodka will be served to you according to your preferences. This experience is accessible to all levels of caviar connoisseurs, even the most novice. It is also possible to opt for a…

Restaurants to Dine After a Fashion Week Show

This month marks the start of Fashion Week which attracts fashionistas, socialites and fashion editors from around the world. Zoom on the tables where these pretty fauna meet, before or after the day's parades... – Le Berkeley Le Berkeley, an emblematic establishment located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. For many decades, it has embodied elegance and high gastronomy with distinction. Ideally located near the Champs-Élysées, its refined atmosphere and impeccable service make it a popular place. The interior decoration of the Berkeley achieves a harmonious union of classic and contemporary. Offering an exquisite culinary experience, which highlights dishes made with products of exceptional quality, reflecting the creativity of the chef. In addition, the Berkeley wine cellar is distinguished by an exceptional selection of wines, carefully chosen to enhance each meal. Le Berkeley – 7 Av. Matignon, 75008 Paris Renoma Café Gallery The essential Parisian chic has just reopened its doors after several months of closure. The Renoma Café Gallery once again welcomes…

Serving, the chocolates that must be on the Christmas table

Christmas is fast approaching, Paris Select takes you on a discovery of the cocoa delicacies of the Servant chocolate factory… You will never again eye the soulless industrial chocolates of supermarkets! At Servant, we are first dazzled by the superb orange storefront, the original one, dating from 1913. Yes, Servant is one of the oldest chocolate factories in Paris. Since its creation, the artisanal and family approach of the house has not changed. While the choice of confectionery and the search for new flavors, it continues to develop. Once inside, we are all the more amazed by the multitude of candy jars and other colorful treats… A real feast for the eyes. But the Servant chocolate factory is above all the story of a family passion for chocolate. The chocolate artisans work with the greatest respect for their cultural and family heritage. Their chocolates are made in the workshop, with pure cocoa from South America. This gives gourmet products of exceptional quality. Fine chocolates, palets, truffles, ganaches, pralines, nougats, fruit jellies...

The Select Interview with Carine Roitfeld, godmother of the Puces de Saint-Ouen à la Samaritaine

From September 1 to October 31, 2023, Les Puces de Saint-Ouen will set up shop at La Samaritaine. An arty and fashionable event in a historic place in Paris, with an iconic godmother. Carine Roitfeld joins Galerie Pradier-Jeauneau and Jean-Marc Hervier Decoration to offer the public a cutting-edge selection of unique decorative pieces. The queen of style unveils her home fragrance line on this occasion. Encounter. When fashion, art and decoration become one, Aurélien and Jérémy Pradier-Jeauneau, Carine Roitfeld and Jean-Marc Hervier, this is the unexpected quartet for this 2023 school year. Unexpected, but yet so obvious. If Carine is an undisputed figure in fashion, she is also the daughter of an antique dealer, and a long-time customer of the Puces de Saint-Ouen. These lovers of beautiful things, unique things, filled with stories, and antiques came together around a single project. That of the Puces de Saint-Ouen à la Samaritaine. An ode to heritage, timelessness and unique pieces. The Select Interview What is the origin of the collaboration between La Samaritaine and Puces de…

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

Every weekend is an opportunity to discover new facets of Paris. Our guide to things to do in Paris this weekend reveals events, exhibitions, restaurants, and more... To help you make the most of your time in this incredible city. European Heritage Days on September 16 and 17, 2023 On Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023, the 40th edition of the European Heritage Days will take place. This year, the themes addressed during this annual event are “Living Heritage” and “Sports Heritage”. “Living Heritage” refers to the practices, expressions, knowledge and know-how transmitted from one generation to the next. They are constantly recreated like songs, dances, rituals, festivals, know-how linked to traditional crafts or even knowledge linked to nature and the universe. Furthermore, in the run-up to the Cultural Olympiad, a second theme “Sports Heritage” will be highlighted. The heritage of sports has clearly developed with the evolution of ancient practices or...