David Hockney exhibits in Paris
David Hockney exhibits at the Orangery Museum, near Monet’s Water Lilies, depicting the seasons in a monumental fresco nearly 90 meters long. Continue reading David Hockney exhibits in Paris
Author: Elisabeth Perotin
A rebound in champagne sales this year
In the first half of 2021, champagne shipments, in France and abroad, jumped 48% compared to the same period of 2020. At the end of a very complicated harvest for many Champagne players, the profession welcomed an exceptional rebound in bottle shipments. Continue reading A rebound in champagne sales this year
The myterious lake of the Garnier Opera house
Paris is a city full of well-hidden treasures. Among them is the lake located under the Opéra Garnier. Did you not know it existed? Continue reading The myterious lake of the Garnier Opera house
Vanessa Paradis at the Theater: a success
A stone’s throw from the Olympia, where she has already performed as a singer, Vanessa Paradis, the ex-companion of Johnny Depp, takes her first steps on the boards of a theater Continue reading Vanessa Paradis at the Theater: a success
Maison Ladurée for sale ?
For several months now, Maison Ladurée has been facing competition and declining sales. Then, the Covid-19 arrived, and with it an economic crisis which left the famous pastry shop on its knees. Tired of war, the Holder group, current owner of Ladurée, decided to sell this internationally renowned brand. Continue reading Maison Ladurée for sale ?
Guillaume Musso’s intriguing new novel
The title of the new detective novel by the best-selling writer in France, Guillaume Musso, “The unknown of the Seine” , was inspired by a 19th century news item. Continue reading Guillaume Musso’s intriguing new novel
Place des Vosges, a place full of history
First of the 5 royal squares in Paris, the Place des Vosges is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful squares in Paris. Continue reading Place des Vosges, a place full of history
The most famous snail of Paris
When you walk rue Montorgueil in Paris, you are struck by this large snail which supplants the facade of this legendary restaurant: L’escargot Montorgueil. Continue reading The most famous snail of Paris
History of Stohrer, the oldest bakery of Paris
Today, I’m taking you to the oldest pastry shop in Paris: the Stohrer pastry shop, rue Montorgueil, in the 2nd arrondissement. A place that is part of history, therefore, but also a true ode to gluttony that begins in the window … Continue reading History of Stohrer, the oldest bakery of Paris
Who is “Madame” of the “Rue Madame” ?
Rue Madame, Did often wondered who was this Madame ? It’s now the end of this mystery, here is the answer : Continue reading Who is “Madame” of the “Rue Madame” ?
