The Canal St-Martin neighborhood of Paris, once primarily known as an industrial shipping route, has in the past two decades or so become a place […]
Canal St-Martin and République
In Review: Okko Hotel Paris Gare de L’Est
Approaching the starkly contemporary complex in concrete, metal and glass that houses the Okko Hotel Paris Gare de l’Est, you’d be forgiven for confusing it […]
Du Pain et des Idées: A Fantastic Bakery Near the Canal St-Martin
If you’re strolling along Paris’ Canal Saint-Martin and happen to spot a long line snaking through (and congesting) a side street, you may have just […]
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. […]
In Review: Café Craft, a Canal St-Martin Haven in Paris
Editor’s Note: Sadly, this business has permanently closed. See our guide to the best coffee in Paris for more ideas on where to head. Nestled […]
The Best Places for Picnics in Paris, From Parks to Riverbanks
Like they do with pretty much everything else, Parisians make a true art of the spring or summer picnic. It’s not just a quick meal […]
In Review: Eating Europe’s “Hip Eats and Backstreets” Tour of Paris
I’ll start by saying this: If there’s any food tour that you should take on an empty stomach, it’s this one. The “Hip Eats and Backstreets” […]