Paris Culture

America is like your mother—you go there for comfort, and for money. France is like your mistress—you go there for pleasure! —Jean-Paul Jannot

Food And Drink

A Brief History. In the 16th century, Catherine de Médicis, disgusted with bland and dull French dishes, imported master chefs from her native Florence to spice things up. They taught the French to ...more

Wine

In France wine is not a luxury; it is a necessity. The first French citizen to orbit the Earth brought along the indispensable beverage with him. Wine-Producing Regions. Wines from all over France ...more

Food Shops And Markets

Where To Buy. A charcuterie is the French version of a delicatessen, and a boucherie has meat and poultry. A crémerie sells dairy products, and the corner fromagerie may stock over 100 kinds of cheese ...more

Etiquette

Blending In. It’s a good rule of thumb in Paris (and anywhere, really) to avoid fitting the stereotype of the tourist. The more of an effort that you make to blend in, the better your Parisian experience ...more

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