Being from New Orleans, a total foodie city, my expectations are high when it comes to eating in other cities. As an American living in Paris, I can assure you that my expectations are met, and in most cases exceeded, when I consume food here. In fact, eating is one of the best parts of visiting and being in Paris. …
Only have a couple of days in Paris, you say? I’m sure you know this, but you won’t see everything my new home has to offer, but you can experience quite a bit if you have some determination and dedication. Through this itinerary, you’ll see some iconic landmarks, some of the best neighborhoods, and stunning views that will revisit you …
France is one of the most influential culinary destinations in the world. The country’s whole culinary repertoire, from the infamous croissant to ratatouille, has helped shape the way people cook around the world. Meals and foods in France are precious to their culture, making it that much more important to understand when you’re partaking in a dining experience there. The …
Whenever and wherever I travel, I know I’ll be buying something (okay, probably several things) to bring home with me. Call them souvenirs, mementos, cherished possessions, or simply more stuff to clutter your house. Whatever you call them, there’s something special about bringing home an item that reminds you of a wonderful travel experience. Over the years, I’ve collected everything …
As a lover of Paris, it’s a place I travel to quite often. Each year the length of my visits gets longer, and the frequency higher. Paris is my soul city, and I can’t stay away. Walking around Paris is like walking in an outdoor museum, and I never get tired of the incredible sights. The endless bridges, the stunning …
Paris is one of these cities that is truly a perfect place to travel alone. There are so many things for solo travelers to do, and because you’re amongst people in the street and restaurants all the time, you rarely feel like you’re alone. Being an avid solo traveler, I came to Paris many times by myself before finally moving …
When many of us come to Paris, we want to go home with a beautiful handbag we purchased here. At least, that’s how my friends and I feel. Paris is famous for its luxury brands, but since moving here, I’ve discovered that you don’t need to spend thousands of euros to find a beautiful, quality handbag. A few hundred, yes. …
Having lived most of my life in New Orleans, I know this city incredibly well. I also spent more than 15 years working in real estate here, which gave me an even deeper knowledge of neighborhoods and parts of New Orleans I may never have discovered otherwise. People tend to stay in their bubbles, in whatever neighborhood they live in, …
For first time visitors in Paris, location, in my opinion, should be at the top of the list of priorities. When you look at a Paris map, things look generally close, and they generally are for a large city. However, there are 20 arrondissements within Paris proper, and not all of them are going to be ideal for your first …
Paris is one of my favorite cities for shopping, and after years of visiting, I thought I had a pretty good idea of what was actually worth buying here. Then I moved to Paris. Living here has completely changed the way I shop. Instead of looking for overly Instagrammed items or things that are stereotypically “French,” I’ve discovered smaller French …
