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A rebound in champagne sales this year

2021-11-192021-11-19 Elisabeth Perotin

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

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The myterious lake of the Garnier Opera house

2021-11-192021-11-19 Elisabeth Perotin

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

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Vanessa Paradis at the Theater: a success

2021-11-182021-11-18 Elisabeth Perotin

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

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Maison Ladurée for sale ?

2021-11-182021-11-18 Elisabeth Perotin

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 ?

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Guillaume Musso’s intriguing new novel

2021-11-172021-11-17 Elisabeth Perotin

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

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Place des Vosges, a place full of history

2021-11-172021-11-17 Elisabeth Perotin

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

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The most famous snail of Paris

2021-11-162021-11-16 Elisabeth Perotin

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

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History of Stohrer, the oldest bakery of Paris

2021-11-162021-11-16 Elisabeth Perotin

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

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Who is “Madame” of the “Rue Madame” ?

2021-11-162021-11-16 Elisabeth Perotin

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” ?

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The castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte is adorned with lights

2021-11-162021-11-16 Elisabeth Perotin

From November 20, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte lights up and transforms into an enchanting palace of a thousand colors, with this year, Jean de la Fontaine in the spotlight. Continue reading The castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte is adorned with lights

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