Aux Crus de Bourgogne

Aux Crus de Bourgogne

Aux Crus de Bourgogne is a popular steak restaurant in Paris not far from Rue Montorgueil. The name itself translates to “The Raws of Burgundy” in English. This 1900 restaurant is known for dishes that primarily focus on traditional Burgundian cuisine including steak. I had a delicious steak with bérnaise sauce here and enjoyed every…

Le Grand Rex, Paris: the largest movie theater in Europe

Le Grand Rex, Paris: the largest movie theater in Europe

The Grand Rex is an iconic cinema and movie theater located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, France. Built in 1932, this Parisian entertainment venue is renowned for its Art Deco design and Europe’s largest screens. The main auditorium, which can accommodate over 2,800 viewers, features a starry sky ceiling and an opulent interior that…

National Theater of the Opera Comique

National Theater of the Opera Comique

The Opéra-Comique, or Théâtre National de l’Opéra-Comique for long, or National Theater of the Opera Comique in English, is a beautiful Parisian building you may come across during your walks through Paris. History The Opéra-Comique in Paris has a long and storied history that traces back to the early 18th century. Opéra-Comique was originally organized…

Place des Petits-Pères

Place des Petits-Pères

Place des Petits-Pères is a stunning medium sized plaza located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, France. It is not far from the larger and more prominent Place des Victoires.  If you have the chance, I recommend passing through Place des Petits-Pères which oozes Parisian charm.  The Paris plaza was formed in 1805, in front…

Place des Victoires

Place des Victoires

Place des Victoires is a large, circular plaza located in the 1st and 2nd arrondissements of Paris. It’s just a stone’s throw away from the Palais Royal and sits at the confluence of six Parisian boulevards: Rue de la Feuillade, Rue Vide Gousset, Rue d’Aboukir, Rue Étienne Marcel, Rue Croix-des-Petits-Champs, and Rue Catinat. A statue…

Place Boieldieu

Place Boieldieu

Place Boieldieu is one of the most beautiful plazas I discovered in the 2nd arrondissement near the Vivienne neighborhood in Paris. It dates back to October 14, 1780 and it was formerly called “Place des Italiens.” In 1852, its name was changed to Place Boieldieu, after the principal French opera composer François-Adrien Boieldieu (1775-1834). This…

Rue Étienne Marcel

Rue Étienne Marcel

Living in Paris is simply a dream. I couldn’t be happier to see the iconic Eiffel Tower as I type away on my laptop every day. I’m staying in an apartment on the 6th floor (or 7th, depending on your country) of a beautiful Parisian building on the shopping street Rue Étienne Marcel, centrally located…

Sézane Paris Store: What to Know Before Shopping at L’Appartement

Sézane Paris Store: What to Know Before Shopping at L’Appartement

Heading to Paris and want to visit the famous Sézane Paris store? Here’s everything to know about visiting one of the boutiques this trendy brand operates. Sézane Brand History I love a good female entrepreneurship story and the Sézane Paris story is exactly that. Fashion brands are often established in the real world before taking…