J – Most of the really great food in Paris is not being served in “starred” restaurants. The young, ambitious new chefs have eschewed the star system in favor of local, fresh ingredients and innovative dishes, which change daily. Oh, boy! Save me a seat. That was my goal … … Continue reading
J – Supermarkets are not permitted in Paris … thank goodness. At home I do plenty of advance planning for food. We must with the Be Mindful. Be Human. kitchen cranking out at least five dishes a week. When I stay in Paris, I let go of all that and … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J — Just had a delicious omelette here this morning … very convenient, since it’s right next door. Nice to be back! J – The last remaining village in Paris is a gem. The city of Paris grew from a few villages centered around the River Seine … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J – I absolutely love Paris. Each time I go back, I feel more at home. Maybe my French is actually getting better. Maybe it’s the friends I’ve made. I am staying in an apartment I’ve visited previously (see below). Who knows. As always, the charm of … Continue reading
J – Napoleon I and III had no idea what they created when the canal was built long ago. The original purpose was to facilitate boat/barge transportation of food and wine to the Palais Royale. Today, Le Canal Saint Martin is one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Paris. For “Amelie” … Continue reading
J – Most of the really great food in Paris is not being served in “starred” restaurants. The young, ambitious new chefs have eschewed the star system in favor of local, fresh ingredients and innovative dishes, which change daily. Oh, boy! Save me a seat. That was my goal … … Continue reading
J – Supermarkets are not permitted in Paris … thank goodness. At home I do plenty of advance planning for food. We must with the Be Mindful. Be Human. kitchen cranking out at least five dishes a week. When I stay in Paris, I let go of all that and … Continue reading
J – The last remaining village in Paris is a gem. The city of Paris grew from a few villages centered around the River Seine and intersecting trade/travel routes. As modern cities do, Paris has absorbed these villages into a teeming metropolis … at the expense of the charm and … Continue reading
J – The charm of Paris is not for sale! I absolutely love Paris. The first time I went there, I felt strangely at home. I now return every year for at least two weeks. I’m not made of money, and you don’t have to be either. You can certainly … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J – Everyone has, and probably needs, a favorite restaurant. Especially, when you’re in Paris for several days. This restaurant was my beachhead. Near the apartment. Near the Metro. Served until midnight. Friendly staff with really good food. Pretty much all locals eating there. Couldn’t ask for … Continue reading