While the art of the witty quotation is often attributed to English-speaking writers and thinkers– from Wilde to Swift– comparable quips in French tend to […]
10 Famous French Quotes, Followed by a Quiz: Who Said It?
Paris Culture
5 French Paintings that Depict Paris (& Transport You There)
My partner and I recently framed and hung a new print to liven up a blank wall in our house: an enigmatic painting from Marc […]
25 Songs About Paris That’ll Take You Right There
Whether you’ve planned a trip to France or are simply dreaming of being there, music is a powerful and visceral way to virtually travel. From […]
Quiz: Are You More Right Bank or Left-Bank Paris?
Paris is divided by the Seine River and the Île de la Cité, a natural island, into left and right banks (rive gauche and rive […]
Seeking Josephine Baker in Paris: A Bit of History & Places to Visit
When most people think of Josephine Baker, they imagine her dancing in some glamorous Paris venue at the height of the jazz age. While this […]
The Jean-Jacques Henner Museum in Paris
A quietly stunning collection Most tourists know nothing of what I consider to be one of Paris’ finest single-artist collections, the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum. This […]
Exploring the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris, Inside & Out
We don’t wish to disappoint you: this newcomer to the Parisian arts scene doesn’t resemble a giant, patterned couture bag from the popular designer after which […]
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 […]
Leonardo da Vinci at the Louvre: Feting the 500th Anniversary of Artist’s Death
2019 marks the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci’s death in Amboise, France– where the Italian artist and inventor is buried to this day. To […]
Fluctuat Nec Mergitur: Why is it Paris’ Motto, and What Does it Mean?
If you follow Parisian cultural trends on a regular basis, you’ve probably seen locals reference the Latin expression “Fluctuat nec mergitur” as the city’s motto. […]
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 […]
Parisian Legends: Interview with Patrick Roger, France’s Own Willy Wonka
I’ve pulled up an interview from my archives: a conversation with one of France’s celebrated chocolate-makers. It was originally published on About.com Paris Travel in […]
The Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris: 8 Reasons to Love It
More than a museum, it’s a cultural touchstone Few places in Paris carry the sort of sentimental weight that the Centre Georges Pompidou does for […]
Paris in the Fall: What to See and Do?
I’ll be up-front about something: I tend to prefer Paris in the fall months. For one thing, there’s just something about sparkling autumnal light hitting […]
Nuit Blanche, a Paris Arts Festival for Night Owls
First celebrated in 2002, Nuit Blanche is an arts and culture event in Paris that’s ideal for the nocturnally inclined– and entirely free. Translating as […]
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 […]
L’Officine Universelle Buly, a 19th-Century-Style Paris Apothecary
I’ve always been a bit skeptical of the apothecary trend. It’s generally struck me as a marketing ploy to raise the perceived value or originality […]
Inspiring Urban Farms & Community Gardens to Explore in Paris
Paris has a lot going for it, but if there’s one thing lacking, it’s space. The need to squeeze, adjust and think creatively not only […]
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 […]
Montparnasse Cemetery in Paris: Walking Paths & Famous Graves
Montparnasse Cemetery, opened in 1824, sits on a site that was once occupied by three farms– in what was then a rural, sleepy corner of […]
