Especially in autumn and winter when daylight becomes increasingly scarce, there’s an excellent case for ducking into the darkness and spending a couple of hours […]
A Look at Studio 28, A Montmartre Cinema With Deep Surrealist History
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Best Movie Theaters in Paris: A Few Favorites
From Arthouse Cinemas to Modern Multiplex Screens When it comes to cinema, Paris is a powerhouse, and not only in terms of the number of […]
In Review: The Hotel Thoumieux & Its Elegant Brasserie
Nestled between the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower, the Hotel Thoumieux is a four-star boutique hotel in an unusually vibrant corner of Paris’ touristy 7th […]
Paris Cocktail Week: Sample the City’s Most Creative Drinks
Cocktails haven’t always been a strong suit in the French capital. Just a few years ago, procuring a decent mixed drink– much less a thoughtfully […]
Roaming Paris’ Oberkampf Neighborhood: What to See & Do?
With its eclectic mix of trendy bars, nightclubs and concert halls, the lively Oberkampf neighborhood in Paris is a haven for foodies and partygoers. This […]
Why to Visit Fluctuart, Paris’ First Floating Art Gallery
Opened in July 2019, Fluctuart is the world’s first floating “urban art center”. Docked at the foot of The Pont des Invalides on the left […]
Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tastings in Paris: How to Enjoy?
The French may not celebrate Thanksgiving, but on the third Thursday of November they find something of their own to be thankful for: wine. To be […]
What to Do Near Père-Lachaise Cemetery in Paris, From Ménilmontant to Gambetta
For an experience of Paris far from the crowds and the done-to-death tourist track, head over to the Gambetta- Ménilmontant neighborhood, in close reach of […]
4 Paris Jazz Festivals to Mark in Your Calendar Now
Paris is legendary for its longstanding jazz scene, rivaling New Orleans’ and New York’s at certains points in history. While the golden era of Dizzy […]
All About Paris Gay Pride (Marche des Fiertés LGBT+) in 2026
NOTE: On June 26th, 2026, it was announced that the Paris Pride March (Marché des Fiertés), scheduled for Saturday June 27th, was cancelled due to […]
Review: The Ice Kube Bar in Paris (Gimmick or Intriguing Night Out?)
NOTE: As of early 2025, the bar at the Kube Hotel is temporarily closed. Please check back later. Featuring Siberian temperatures, surreal bunker-like surroundings that […]
Breizh Café & Cider Bar, for Cocktails & Bréton Nibbles in Paris
Bréton-style savory pancakes and cocktails: if the combination sounds a bit odd, that’s because it is. But as I discovered, it can also be an […]
Best Wine Bars & Tasting Rooms in Bordeaux City Center
A few years ago, I spent a little under six weeks living and working in Bordeaux, as I prepared to write a local guide. Like […]
In Review: The Grand Pigalle Hotel in Paris
Situated in South Pigalle, a formerly seedy Parisian district that’s recently been colonized by hipsters, foodies and fashionistas, the Grand Pigalle Hotel has only been […]
Best Paris Boat Tours & Seine Cruises: How to Book?
Most “top attractions” lists for Paris, including our own, suggest booking a boat tour of the Seine river or other waterways in the capital. But […]
Inside Lapérouse, a Romantic Paris Restaurant With History Galore
First opened in 1766 as “La Maison Lapérouse”, this distinguished restaurant and bar situated smack on the banks of the Seine is a favorite spot for […]
Review: Au Sauvignon, a Paris Wine Bar That Transcends Trendy
Au Sauvignon is a Paris wine bar that’s been owned and operated by the same family since 1954, opening around the corner from the iconic […]
Nightlife Notes: La Bellevilloise, for Laid-Back Drinks & Live Music in Paris
Ever since moving to the northeastern side of Paris, I’d been curious to give La Bellevilloise a try, having heard that it’s a closely-guarded favorite […]
Review: Le Bouillon Belge, a Paris Beer Bar With Rough-and-Tumble Charm
The first thing I’ll say about Le Bouillon Belge is that it isn’t remotely close to any place in Paris where most tourists care to […]
