It was in Buenos Aires that Herminie Cadolle, an expatriate Parisian, invented the modern bra, but it was in Paris that she presented it for the first time, on June 27, 1889 as part of the Universal Exhibition. Continue reading The French feminist activist who invented the bra
Marie-Antoinette was very fond of music. A French author has just released a book and tells more about the musical tastes of the Queen. Continue reading Marie-Antoinette’s passion for music
Inaugurated in 1929, Molitor was for 60 years the most popular swimming pool in Paris for its two pools and its avant-garde atmosphere. Continue reading The revival of the most beautiful swimming pool in Paris
The obsession of a Queen was not to give an heir to her royal husband. To put the odds on their side, the Queens used aphrodisiacs, love filters, strange decoctions to ensure their fertility. Continue reading The strange fertility methods of Catherine de Medici
On the occasion of Candlemas , we usually eat pancakes, but do you know exactly why ? And do you know the history and origin of this holiday celebrated every year in February ? Continue reading Why do we eat “crêpes” during Candlemas ?
Symbol of French gastronomy, crème Chantilly is recognized worldwide and envied by our neighbors. But do you know Its story ? Continue reading History and recipe of the Crème Chantilly
Man Ray was one of the prestigious artists of the Montparnasse district, it was in Paris that he discovered “solarization”, his photographic technique which made him famous. Continue reading Man Ray, his discovery of photography in Paris
It is said that Marie-Antoinette only pecked, but she still had favorite dishes. Continue reading What was Marie Antoinette’s favorite food ?
Have you always dreamed of creating your own wine? “Les caves du Louvre” is a unique opportunity within your reach in a magical place in the heart of Paris ! Continue reading Create your own wine in “Les caves du Louvre”
The Picasso Museum is dedicating an exhibition to the artist’s daughter, entitled “Maya Ruiz-Picasso, fille de Pablo”, from April 19, 2022 to January 1, 2023. Continue reading An exhibition dedicated to Maya, Picasso’s daughter
