Vous êtes pianiste?One never knows what one can find at a Paris street market...Perhaps a book of Beethoven Sonatas or Alkan's Le Chemin de fer?I would have snatched up Chopin's Polonaise in A flat Major, Opus 53When I was walking that Sunday on a narrow street, I could hear strains of piano music from an accomplished…
La Ruche à MielLa Ruche à Miel is a restaurant and salon de thé with a window view of the busy Marché d'Aligre. It is a regular Sunday morning stop, a quiet moment with un café before stepping back into the cacophony of the marketplace, vendors shouting out the virtues of their produce, each trying to outdo the n…
Basilique Saint Denis - un kaléidoscopecolors from the rainbowmix with the late rays of dayBasilique St Denisa kaleidoscope becomesbon dimancheBasilique Saint Denis93200 Saint-Denis…
Teinturerie GalandeWith the exception of the modern furniture in the background, this could have been a scene from the late 40s Paris. The sign is in rouge and I was so tempted to show the color, but the style begged for black and white.(do you know how difficult this is for me?)Teinturerie Galande 31, rue Galande750…
Monsieur et sa trottinetteTwo minutes before I saw this gentleman zipping by on his trottinette, I captured a younger man going in the opposite direction. As you can see from the photo, monsieur is moving at a good pace.The trottinette is not just a child's sidewalk ride to school!zoom-zoomRue Saint Louis en l'ÎleÎle Saint …
Amour à ParisLove in ParisI wish I had a story for this photo(Today is "Poem in your Pocket" Day - put one in yours)Ave de New York at Pont de l'Alma75008, Paris…
La Maison du Cerf-VolantLa Maison du Cerf-VolantA colorful shop on Rue de Prague, full of kites of all shapes and hues.It's the weather for flying kites, n'est-ce pas?May the spring winds lift your kite high into the blue sky! La Maison du Cerf-Volant7, rue de Prague75012, Paris…
Portrait in St. DenisWhile walking the narrow streets of St. Denis, this gentleman popped out of the small restaurant and asked me to take his photo. I think that he will be pleased when I return with a copy for him.A camera always makes opportunities, most of which are good.St. Denis (northern suburb of Paris)Île de F…
Basilique Notre Dame des Victoires - l'orgueThe angels flank the finely crafted organcase, tribune and entrance to the nave in the Basilique Notre Dame des Victoires. It was created by Louis Régnier in 1739 and remains today. I have visited this basilica several times, discovering new details on every visit. As I search for more informatio…
Le Marais - le samedi midiWhat is it about French waiters that is so charming and photogenic?A regular Saturday in the Marais... would love to be there right now!Rue Vieille du Temple75004, Paris…
Ultramod Mercerie - Vente au DetailThe interior of this shop is even more charming than its windows. We found this charming mercerie (haberdasherie, notions store) with thousands of buttons, ribbons, silks, hats, feathers as we wandered out of Passage Choiseul. In looking for more information, I discovered the wonderful history rec…
Palais Garnier - luminairesThe gift shop of Palais Garnier has a new version of the graceful figures and handmade lamps I saw a year ago. You will be amazed when I tell you how much they cost.(We did not buy one)Palais Garnier75009, Paris…
Terrasse - des tabourets noirs?As chic as this small cafe appears with the toile-covered chair backs and white tablecloths, I much prefer the standard Paris cafe chair to these black stools.Cafe 90 CtsRue Croix des Petits Champs75001, Paris…
Chez GladinesChez Gladines is one of my favorite new finds. I was there with Holly in January, and then took Peter and my husband in March. It is in Butte aux Cailles and always full of people and spilling out into the street. This shot is taken from the back room and very moody. The "No CB" is "no carte ban…
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Les Invalides - Jardin de l'IntendantThe Jardin de l'Intendant is a sculptured garden on the grounds of Les Invalides. It sits off to the west side from which there is no exit and is usually very quiet and empty. I have a short memory and have at least twice tried to leave the grounds in this direction only to turn around. The photo…
Les Invalides - Église du DômeAs a part of les Invalides, this royal chapel was completed in 1708, inspired by St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.The interior of the dome was painted by Charles de La Fosse with a Baroque illusion of space seen from below.The dome can be seen from all over Paris, but I saw it for the first time two wee…
Le Petit Fer à ChevalTwo weeks ago, my husband and I arranged to meet Peter (Peter's Paris) and friend Isabelle for déjeuner at this café/bar in the heart of the Marais, Le Petit Fer à Cheval (the horseshoe). It was the one coolish day of our visit and we enjoyed sitting in a warm corner. Do you know the special annive…
Anna Stein -- Painter, Sculptor, AuthorPassage de Choiseul is situated between Rue des Petits Champs and Rue Saint Augustin and is one of the longest in Paris. Constructed in 1925 by architect Tavernier on the site of four hotels. Only a few elements of the hotel Gesvres were preserved, including the porch, which now forms the northern…
Rue d'Ulm - l'architectureI am at a loss to explain and unable to identify this sculpturefound above a door on Rue d'Ulm.The letters are "ensdad" There are several schools in this area south of the Parthenon.Any ideas or facts?Rue d'Ulm75005, Paris…
Pétanque - Jardin du LuxembourgAlthough I have never played Pétanque, one can learn much by watching. The guys playing in Le Luco* on a Sunday afternoon were experts in form and accuracy. A few fine points:All of the balls are a dull silver color without any special markings, but everybody seems to know which ones are theirs. …
Signe étrangeI have seen this sign only once or twice in Paris, but love the sense of humor.No left turn!or... does it say, "Don't bend the Eiffel Tower!"This is one of many designs of Clet Abraham, who places his artistic, non-destructive stickers on signs around Europe.(Thanks, Rob and Mandy for the informatio…
Hôtel de VillePhotography exhibit at Hôtel de VilleNot everyone was "toeing the line"Hôtel de Ville75004, Paris…
Cathédrale Notre Dame de ParisAlthough it resembles a chandelier, it looks like a crown for the KingJoyous EasterCathédrale Notre Dame de Paris6 Parvis Notre DamePlace Jean-Paul II75004, Paris…
Michel Cluizel - une vitrine pleine de chocolatOf all the delicious offerings in this Rue Saint-Honoré window the bucket of eggs, the large one on the right, would suit me just fine. I'll share, of course!Michel Cluizel has an interesting history, traced back to a family pastry business in Normandy. In 1948 Michel Cluizel followed his parents …
Un âne à ParisOn Saturday (the day before Palm Sunday) this donkey and his brother were seen in the streets of Île Saint Louis. Église Saint-Louis en l'ÎleRue l'Île Saint-Louis75004, Paris…
Two chicks and a dozen eggsAmong the fine chocolates and cellophane-wrapped treats, this window also displayed some decorated eggs with a handmade touch. The windows were full of feathered chicks as well.I wondered if the eggs were hollow shells and if not, would they survive in the week until Easter.Rue d'Aligre75012, Paris…
L'éclairageIf I could not have the 7-ton brass and crystal grand chandelier of the Palais Garnier, I would gladly take this lovely lamp with its Venetian-style adornment.Paris is a pocket of sweet memories now, and it may have been my best trip ever. I look forward to sharing stories and many photos.…
La toque de chefI think that this chef was just taking a break or perhaps just starting for the day on Rue Jacob. Is it me or does la toque (chef's hat) seem just a bit too small for his head?I do love the chef's attire and the starched hat.Rue Jacob75006, Paris…
