Meert, from Lille to Paris
Meert is first and foremost the specialist in the northern brown sugar waffle that General De Gaulle enjoyed. A shop is now open for gourmets in the Marais district in Paris. Continue reading Meert, from Lille to Paris
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The Bateau Lavoir, the “Factory” of Montmartre
The Bateau-Lavoir is one of the most famous artist residences in Paris, like was the factory in New-York. Perched on the Butte Montmartre since 1892, it has seen Pablo Picasso, Guillaume Apollinaire and Modigliani pass through its workshops. Continue reading The Bateau Lavoir, the “Factory” of Montmartre
The Petit Palais de Paris, a jewel of the Universal Exhibition
The building itself is a work of art. Built for the 1900 Universal Exhibition by the architect Charles Girault, it is one of the 14 museums in the city of Paris. Continue reading The Petit Palais de Paris, a jewel of the Universal Exhibition
Montmartre, a village in Paris
This is my favourite district of Paris and It miss me so much to wander in Its streets… Some of the pics I took there… Continue reading Montmartre, a village in Paris
Amelie ‘s Montmartre
When we think of all the films shot in Paris, Amélie is undoubtedly one of those who have had the greatest impact on our memories. This film was a great source of inspiration for me as a photographer. It is therefore no coincidence that I decided to take pictures of the most legendary places in the film, such as the Café des Deux Mondes and the Moulin grocery store. Continue reading Amelie ‘s Montmartre
Market of Flowers of Paris
Located on Place Louis Lépine, between Sainte-Chapelle and Notre Dame Cathedral, the flower market (marché aux fleurs)has delighted all botanical lovers since 1830. Composed of period cast iron pavilions, it allows a pleasant and atypical walk among the flowers, trees and plants. The market took the official name of “Reine Elizabeth II Flower Market” in 2014 during the Queen’s last official visit to France. Every Sunday it gives way to the bird market. Continue reading Market of Flowers of Paris
So instagramable : La Maison Rose of Montmartre
Located at 2 rue de l’Abreuvoir, in the heart of Montmartre, at the foot of the vineyards, La Maison Rose attracts attention for its picturesque side, its pink color and its green shutters. This house belonged to Laure Gargallo, who was one of the models of Pablo Picasso during his blue period. She painted it pink and transformed it into a small canteen for her artist friends. Its name is also inspired by one of the paintings of the painter Maurice Utrillo dating from the 1900s. Today the Maison Rose is a trestaurant which offers a small menu but composed only of local products and saion.
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Le café de Flore’s beautiful past
The café de Flore is legendary, it has been the place for all literary meetings and philosophical debates for almost 50 years. It opened its doors in 1887. Around 1913, Guillaume Appolinaire settled there and transformed the ground floor into an editorial room. He created the magazine “Les soirées de Paris”. In the 1930s, it was the turn of writers, painters and intellectuals to take over the premises. Simone de Beauvoir, Jacques Prévert, Jean-Paul Sartre were among the regulars of the Flora. The world of cinema is not outdone and also takes hold of the places: Jane Fonda, Jean Seberg, Roman Polanski, Brigitte Bardot and Alain Delon are regulars of the Flora which is still one of the most legendary places in Paris Continue reading Le café de Flore’s beautiful past
Place Furstenberg, cradle of Impressionism
Place Furstenberg, cradle of Impressionism and It’s full of charm with the vintage lampposts Continue reading Place Furstenberg, cradle of Impressionism
What is the oldest market in Paris?
The oldest covered market in Paris, if not in France, the Marché des Enfants Rouges is the favorite place for residents of the Haut-Marais district. Continue reading What is the oldest market in Paris?
