Let’s try some classic French recipes… I’m not going to start you off with beef tongue or frog legs, I’m a firm believer in easing you in slowly. (Plus… I’m not sure I’m ready to try those things yet… at least, not after cooking them myself). Instead, below I’ve chosen one of my favorite winter-time[…]
Claire worked and wrote for Sight Seeker’s Delight for 7 years – read more here. I’ve been on a quest for delicious, quality coffee lately, apparently. It’s a good thing I found KB Café in Montmartre (or more accurately, South Pigalle). I found myself wandering around… well, I’d be lying if I said it was[…]
Claire worked and wrote for Sight Seeker’s Delight for 7 years – read more here. Working in tourism, I’m constantly asked questions about Paris. Travelers who do our tours, visiting family or friends, friends of friends, random people on the street… It seems they all believe I am a beacon of Parisian knowledge! (I am.)[…]
Claire worked and wrote for Sight Seeker’s Delight for 7 years – read more here. Search ‘French onion soup’ on Google. Go ahead, I dare you. What you’ll find is almost 3 million entries… and that’s in English Google only (try searching for any kind of French food on French Google and you’re in for[…]
Well, I got ambitious in the kitchen last month… now I’m trying to kick this sweet tooth that’s set in! I found a few good recipes for French éclairs, and decided to combine them here for you in one simple version in honor of Eclair Week which just ended. This recipe takes an afternoon in[…]
September is a glorious month in Paris. From the nice weather we always seem to get (especially after such an overcast August), to the still-relaxed ‘rentrée’ atmosphere, it’s one of my favorite times to be out and about in the city. Aw heck who am I kidding… I love September for the Éclair Week! According[…]
Have you heard about SoPi? It’s a neighborhood that’s been becoming more bohemian-chic as the years go on… Am I talking about a New York borough? A London neighborhood? No, folks: this is SoPi, South Pigalle, Paris. And if you need a good cup of coffee and a unique souvenir, take a walk with me…[…]
I’m ashamed to say that until this month ago I’d never seen the incredible view of Paris from the Institut du Monde Arabe. It is (and I can now attest to this) literally one of the most interesting views of Paris. The terrace of the Institut is slightly elevated (9 floors) so you get a[…]
I love Paris. And all that is typically Parisian… including the small spaces. I find them charming! But I will admit that sometimes spending day after day in a standard cramped Parisian café can get a tiny bit claustrophobic. When I’m feeling that way, I head to Instituutti for an afternoon of airy, light ambiance[…]
In French it’s ‘Marché de Noël,’ in English we would say Christmas markets or Holiday markets, in German it’s Christkindlmarkt….Well, whatever you call it, these markets are an amazing part of winter in Paris! Below I’ve curated my top 7 holiday markets for you with descriptions, pros and cons, and all the necessary information. Runners-up[…]
Many people might wonder, why visit Paris in the ‘off season’ (November – January)… when really there is so much that Paris has to offer during this time! Yes it can be a wee bit chilly some days, but the lines are infinitely quieter for all the major tourist attractions. Not only that, but if you[…]
I baked a birthday cake last week and decided to give it a little extra oomph: Cointreau. Because, when in France, right? The finished result was tastier and tastier with every forkful… Cointreau – for those of you who are not familiar with it – is special triple sec which is made in France. I[…]