Category Archives: Paris

Hermès Rive Gauche And Lunch At Le Plongeoir, Paris

My trip to Paris with Hermès started off with a trip to the atelier to see the bags in production, so of course the next step was to see the shiny finished pieces in their proper surroundings. We visited the … Continue reading

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The Chef’s Table: Alain Ducasse Au Plaza Athénée, Paris

Alain Ducasse is considered one of the best chefs in the world and where better to experience his ‘haute couture’ cuisine than the stylish Hôtel Plaza Athénée in Paris. For the tenth anniversary of the three Michelin starred Alain Ducasse … Continue reading

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A Rare Look Inside Les Ateliers Hermès, Paris

Les Ateliers Hermès is a hallowed temple of tradition and craftsmanship to which a select few are granted access.  I had the enormous privilege of being among a group of the first bloggers ever to be invited to see behind the … Continue reading

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La Maison Champs Élysées by Maison Martin Margiela

The prestigious ‘Golden Triangle’ in Paris is lined with opulent palace hotels, but La Maison Champs Élysées, designed by Maison Martin Margiela, proposes an alternative vision of luxury. Surreal, irreverent and poetic, La Maison Champs Élysées is a wonderland full … Continue reading

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Lunch At La Bague de Kenza, Paris

La Bague de Kenza was an unexpected lunch spot on a recent trip to Paris, as we were lured away from our route to the Breizh Café for a crepe by the aromas of spiced tagines and fragrant pastries. La … Continue reading

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My Midnight In Paris: A Stay At Le Bristol Paris

There are few luxury hotels in the world that can match an exquisite setting with a family approach, but Hotel Le Bristol Paris is a five star palace hotel that enchants with its warmth. I was delighted to make Le … Continue reading

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Paris Photo Diary

Paris, 7.2.12 – 9.2.12

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Hot Chocolate And Éclairs At Angelina, Paris

One of the joys of visiting Paris in the winter is ordering a thick, traditional hot chocolate and some of the best hot chocolate can be found at Angelina, the historic tea salon within the arcades of the rue de … Continue reading

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Gyoza Bar – Passage Des Panorames, Paris

Gyoza Bar, a new opening in the 2nd arrondissement, is the most genius concept, just give the people what they want – lines and lines of freshly cooked gyoza.  This place is perfect for those who order a polite side … Continue reading

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Valentine’s Treats From Paris

The usual Valentine’s Day gifts have been overlooked in the Cherie City household in favour of seriously indulging on our pre-Valentine’s Day trip to our spiritual home, Paris. But that didn’t stop me from picking up a few little romantic … Continue reading

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