Paris- Monet’s Magical Muse
FOR any lover of impressionistic art, and especially artist Claude Monet, here are some very special “not to be missed” places to explore these fine works of art up close and personal. Please enjoy my favorite places when I am in Paris and in need of a “Monet-fix”----Parisian style, but of course!
Musee d'Orsay- Housed in a former railway...
Paris Finds For Foodies… Four “Must See” Spots to Explore
Second in our Series on France- In addition to the “City of Lights” Paris is noted for its incredible cuisine. Each time I visit I am tempted to secure an apartment so I can purchase all the delectable ingredients, and cook it all right there in my own abode. But alas, I am always on the move, so it never quite works out that way. And speaking of “on the move” here are some “not to miss” foodie adventures when you find yourself in Paris! Enjoy my foodie...
Revisiting Our Favorite Restaurant In Paris!
It is hard to get a bad meal in Paris, and we often pop into restaurants based on the menu or the vibe. But here is one of our favorite that we return to each and every time we visit Paris.
La Closerie des Lilas (garden of lilac trees) opened in 1847 as a post station, and by the late 19th Century was frequented by French poet Guillaume Apollinaire, and other poets and notaries. By the...
Exploring Paris In Three Days Flat!
This is the first in a Series of adventures in Paris that can provide an easy guide to anyone wanting to explore this City of Lights, the south of France, the Luberon Hill-top towns and everything in-between. From museums, to dining, to hide-aways, watch for weekly articles to add to your planning guide for Paris!
Now Doesn’t It All Start In Paris?
Our recent trip to France was two years in the making and is...
Happy Birthday Julia! We Adore & Salute You!
A trip to Paris, France is not complete for me without a trip to E. Dehillerin. Tucked on a quiet side street----lined with shade trees----is the mecca of culinary tools and copper-ware. They are the self-described "Specialists of Materials for Cuisine". This establishment has been in existence since 1820 which is almost impossible to comprehend. However that is until you walk in the front door.
The store is chock-full with equipment heavy and light, classic and new, stainless and copper....
Fantastic Find in Cucuron, France
We found it! After a long and fun drive thru small towns and forests, we arrived in Cucuron. This was on the list to have a "sneak peek" at the movie location for a specific scene in the movie "A Good A Year". The hunt was on to find the spot where Max and his love interest had a first date in a romantic setting in front of a pond. An orchestra was playing at the far side, and then an old movie ran. Well --- right up until the torrential rain started to fall. I paint this picture since this...
Afternoon R&R Overlooking Luberon
Today explored the Luberon area and a few of the special spots where the movie "A Good Year" was filmed. In Gordes we visited the restaurant where Max met his love interest, and the fountain where he enjoyed wine. We tried to find the winery that was used as the villa but could not ---so we will call them. Bonnieauex was lovely, and we enjoyed a much needed lunch. The Salade Luberon was perfect with homemade dressing and grilled vegetables. Pictures to be posted. Here is the spot where we...
Tucked Away- Hilltop Towns Of Luberon
Beginning our exploration of the Luberon area of France, just east of Avignon.
The hilltop towns are rich in history and I have a list of special locations that were
used as locations for the movie "A Good Year" which was based on a Peter Mayle
novel. More to come so stay tuned....
Welcome To Avignon
What a lovely Walled City this is right on the Rhone River.
We also see the barges across the river, which is actually a small
island.
Have visited some amazing markets, both indoor (Les Halles) and outdoor
markets (Marche), and look forward to sharing photos and details on the
amazing discoveries. Also did an interview with the Chef and cannot wait to
share more on that as well.
Stay tuned!
Dinner at the Oldest Restaurant in Lyon, France
Enjoyed dinner off-ship at the Oldest Restaurant in Lyon... Brasserie Georges. The dining room reminds me of Musso and Frank's in old Hollywood, only on a much larger scale. There must be 150 tables, and by 8:30pm the restaurant was completely full.We had to have the Foie Gras since in CA they will ban it in July, which is a crime!!! Putting two farms out of business in CA as well. So, back to Foie Gras.... this was accompanied by a Chutney and toasted fig bread.