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The lovely decor of the Hotel Caron de Beaumarchais

2022-03-042022-03-04 Elisabeth Perotin

A dive into the 18th century for one night, does that tell you ? This is possible in the heart of the Marais district in Paris, at the Caron de Beaumarchais hotel. Continue reading The lovely decor of the Hotel Caron de Beaumarchais

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A Peruvian restaurant in a former brothel in Paris

2022-03-042025-03-17 Elisabeth Perotin

New temple of Peruvian gastronomy, Villa Mikuna has just opened its doors in Paris. This restaurant propels us into a South American setting to taste the best ceviches in Paris. Continue reading A Peruvian restaurant in a former brothel in Paris

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Philippe Katerine’s joyful exhibition at the Bon Marché

2022-03-042022-03-04 Elisabeth Perotin

Carte rose to Philippe Katerine, the most exalting of French artists, who invests the Bon Marché store with his works celebrating “Le Mignonisme”. Continue reading Philippe Katerine’s joyful exhibition at the Bon Marché

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Historic drop in the birth rate in France

2022-03-04 Elisabeth Perotin

The number of births in France has been falling steadily since 2014. Declining fertility rate, higher average age of motherhood, economic context: the reasons that push the French to have fewer children. Continue reading Historic drop in the birth rate in France

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Le Train Bleu, a decor worthy of a movie set

2022-03-03 Elisabeth Perotin

Le Train Bleu, this iconic restaurant in the Gare de Lyon, is a majestic place where the show is displayed both in the kitchen and in the dining room. Continue reading Le Train Bleu, a decor worthy of a movie set

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What is the highest point in Paris ?

2022-03-032024-10-16 Elisabeth Perotin

Paris is not a flat city. On the contrary, the capital has several hills that offer beautiful views. Of all these hills, which is the highest in Paris? The answer is a bit surprising… Continue reading What is the highest point in Paris ?

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In the footsteps of Colette in Paris

2022-03-02 Elisabeth Perotin

A pioneer of feminism, the writer Colette left a lasting mark on the Palais Royal district in Paris where she spent the last years of her life. Continue reading In the footsteps of Colette in Paris

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Sofia Coppola’s Versailles

2022-03-02 Elisabeth Perotin

Sofia Coppola, in her film “Marie-Antoinette” friends in the spotlight Versailles, we tell you some anecdotes from filming. Continue reading Sofia Coppola’s Versailles

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Mimosa, Jean-François Piège’s new restaurant

2022-03-02 Elisabeth Perotin

Mimosa is Jean-François Piège’s restaurant which opened its doors at the Hôtel de la Marine and which offers a unique food concept in Paris: a mimosa egg bar ! Continue reading Mimosa, Jean-François Piège’s new restaurant

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Michael Jackson’s daughter in concert in Paris

2022-03-012022-03-01 Elisabeth Perotin

Paris Jackson, the daughter of Michael Jackson, will give a new concert in Paris. She will perform at La Maroquinerie on March 5, 2022 to present her first album, “Wilted”. Continue reading Michael Jackson’s daughter in concert in Paris

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