Saint-Ouen - Marché Biron IIThe window shopping at Marché Biron is fabulous, but the prices are sometimes astonishing. Holly and I once met two American antique dealers who come every six month or so to fill a shipping box full for the trip across the Atlantic, headed to New England. We asked them if they spoke French and they…
Fontaine Wallace -- MaraisThis 1870s cast-iron sculpture is one of the more than 77 public water fountains scattered throughout Paris, financed, conceived, and drawn by Sir Richard Wallace, a British billionaire. He directed that these fountains be both useful and beautiful, blending in with his adopted city. The fountain ab…
Ma Bourgogne - un verre de vinMa Bourgogne is a favorite spot of ma chere amie, Virginia of Paris Through My Lens, so this post is for her. Last June we met there with Virginia and her friend Mary, Marie, and Richard of Eye Prefer Paris. We enjoyed the early summer evening among friends, old and new. In December, Holly, John an…
Repetto - encore!Although Repetto has men's shoes, I have not seen them for sale in the Paris boutique window, hummmm.....? I'll take these red ones! They will match my candy-apple red Danskos... Repetto 22, rue de la Paix Paris …
Palais Garnier - IlluminationAlways look "up" or you might miss something spectacular like this... Le Grand Escalier (The Grand Staircase) Palais Garnier …
Église Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois -- Les CiergesAnother interesting detail in Église Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois which I previously featured here.Bon dimancheÉglise Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois2, place du Louvre …
Fountains of Pol Bury -- dommageHolly, Peter, and I found this sad-looking display in December with the plastic cover, orange tape, and an empty fountain. I am hopeful that the Fountains of Pol Bury in Gallery d'Orleans at Palais Royal have been repaired/refurbished.The renovations in Paris do seem to take forever, but I would lik…
Wedding gown - reflectionOne of the many windows in the ateliers of le Viaduc des Arts, this gown is centered in a gilt frame for viewing. This restored railway viaduc has sixty arches in which are housed cabinetmakers, musical-instrument makers, fashion designers, textile restorers, and other fine crafts/arts.This Paris wa…
Place MaubertThis fresh assortment of seafood is seen daily at the market in Place Maubert. You can buy your sardines here, wine at the store next door while greeting le petit chien, fromage at Fromage (bien sûr). On the corner you can buy vegetables of the season and just a block away you can buy the best bague…
Musée Marmottan - La CourOriginally built as a hunting lodge at the edge of Bois de Boulogne, this museum is filled with over 300 impressionist paintings and the largest collection of Monet's works in the world. This is the cloistered courtyard and I will bring you back here again with photos and stories.You may know of th…
Graineterie - EpicerieWe found this little shop in December with its herbs and small pot plants displayed out front. I did not find a translation for "graineterie" and I cannot get to my Larousse (from my Baltimore hotel room!)Thank you for any help you can provide in this translation. UPDATE: Thanks to Vreni, Malyss and…
Petit Bureau - Place ColetteIn Place Colette, the very building of Comédie française, is this small office on le premier étage. The office is not be too petite and the view is stunning as the office worker can see the entrance to Métro Palais Royal Musée du Louvre and probably watch the Parisians on the terrasse of Le Nemours.…
Église Saint-Roch - Two organsThe chancel (choir) organ of Église Saint-Roch is the creation of Aristide Cavaillé-Coll, widely considered to be the greatest organ builder of the 19th century. His many innovations and inventions produced the "symphonic organ" which permitted an organ to sound like the individual instruments in a…
Déjeuner avec MamanWorking a puzzle and enjoying a sip after lunch, best friend at your side... parfait …
Petit Palais - ReflectionIn the exquisite doors of Petit Palais you can see just a faint reflection of Grand Palais across the avenue. The full view of these doors is magnificent.Petit Palais, Musée des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de ParisAvenue Winston ChurchillFor more reflections go to James' Newtown Daily Photo…
La SeineAlthough La Tour is the view that brings me to tears, when I close my eyes and think of Paris I see the Seine, the lifeblood of the city. The Seine has many looks as seen in my post on the first day of the year and my header. It has been the witness to the history of the city and could tell persona…
La Tour EiffelLa Tour Eiffel... How many looks can she have? She is seen here on an overcast winter day with just a beam of sun reflecting off her imposing structure. How can the glimpse of an iron lattice tower bring you to tears? I do not know the answer.I look forward to visiting her again..... soon.…
Sunday afternoon in the MaraisThe activity and the colors in this typical street scene in the Marais is pleasing to my camera, but the blatant "Coke" display is akin to seeing the Starbucks and McD logos in Paris. As a spoiled visitor who likes to imagine that she is living in Paris, I do not want these "Americanisms" in the ci…
Virginia who?!Who's afraid of Virginia.... who?I love the ads and posters in Paris. This one is tame but I have seen some that are humorous and others that are outrageous. What interesting posters/ads have you seen in Paris?Métro Maubert-Mutualité…
Église Saint EustacheÉglise Saint Eustache, more of the exquisite details of this grand church.Prayers today for the people of JapanBon dimancheÉglise Saint-Eustache2, impasse Saint-Eustache…
Buying appliances?I am not sure why this scene captured my attention, but I think that it is tied to just how different this collection of appliances looks to me. There were families out shopping on this street in the 12ième, with one couple particularly interested in these refrigerators. For all the romantic ideals …
Bibliothèque Nationale - Reading RoomThe oval reading room looks as if we have turned back a page in history with its emerald green lamps, long study tables, and book stacks. The BnF (Bibliothèque Nationale de France) probably looks like it did over 150 years ago here at the Richelieu Library. The recent and ongoing renovations are del…
Les Enfants -- Parc de MonceauParc de Monceau is one of my favorite spots for strolling and watching people of all ages, children, and pets. It does not matter the season and you know by now that in Paris you just bundle up and brave the cold.I will have a chance to see a greener (warmer) scene in this lovely park in April!Parc …
Le PompierThe Sunday street market at Marché d'Aligre had a special treat the day we visited. All of the posts along the street (everywhere in Paris) were decorated. Some were simple, others, quite artistic, and the one above just perfect. The firemen (les pompiers) were selling calendars and probably had dec…
Beyond -- Mardi Gras!On rare occasion I take you "beyond" but today is the last day of Carnival, celebrated here as Mardi Gras. After three weeks of frivolity and merriment, the final parades will roll tonight as tomorrow marks the beginning of Lent. As the King and Queen of Mardi Gras rule over their loyal subjects,…
Lunch in Paris - Café LenôtreAfter a morning at Petit Palais, Holly and I enjoyed a fabulous lunch at Café Lenôtre. We often eat a nice lunch and then enjoy baguettes, saucisson sec, et fromage at our apartment for a light dinner.Café Lenôtre10, avenue des Champs-Élysées…
Église Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois - CherubsAs is typical of the grand churches of Paris there are many details to enjoy in every corner of Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois. I brought you here previously to see the exterior and we will come back for more details of this beautiful church.Bon dimancheÉglise Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois2, place du Louvre…
Artist on the Seine - Paris FriendWe met this Paris friend on a Sunday afternoon as we were walking along the Seine. She was painting when we found her and after a little chat we made a purchase, the very best type of souvenir! …
Passage Saint-Roch - ReflectionA rainy day in Paris beats a sunny day at homeTo see more reflections look here at James' Newtown Daily Photo…
Palais GarnierAt Palais Garnier, home of Opéra de Paris, the Grand Staircase will take your breath away with its opulence. Two larger-than-life gilt statues dominate the entrance to the ampitheatre.Inaugurated in 1875, the architect of this magnificent building, Charles Garnier, was a previously unknown 35 year-…
Marché d'Aligre - Le PoissonierAs he answered the inquiries of another customer, I snapped a few photos of this poissonier at Marché Aligre. When he turned in my direction after finishing with the customer, I was too taken by his dark eyes to get another shot, which was a shame since he had a captivating smile.I missed the shot, …
