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  • A Day in Champagne!

    When my parents came to Paris recently, I wanted to do something special with them to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary. They’ve been to Paris so many times now, and although it’s…

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  • A Weekend in…Arras!

    It’s time for my monthly travel blog and this week I’d like to tell you about the beautiful town of Arras in the North of France. A few months ago…

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  • 4 Things to do in the City in March

    Although March is finally upon us, winter is still clinging on in Paris. The parks are blustery and people everywhere are wrapped up warm in thick scarves and woolly hats. It’s…

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  • Getting Tested in Paris

    Let’s be honest here, a lot of expats who have been living here for a while have probably wondered about getting tested at some point. I know, getting tested for…

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  • Ten Reasons Why I love living in Paris

    1. French women don’t wear a lot of make up. French women are all about being au naturel with regards to their make up. Their attitude to make up is…

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  • New Year’s Resolutions

    This week’s guest writer is Lydia Martin. As well as being my younger, exceptionally beautiful sister, Lydia is also a singer-songwriter. She is currently in her last year of a Music…

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  • Breaking My Silence

    Before I start I have to tell you all that this article has been the hardest article I have ever had to write.   Exactly a week ago today, the…

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  • How to get your Carte Vitale

    When I first thought about writing this article I honestly debated writing: GIVE UP AND RUN AWAY, VERY FAR AWAY Why? Because the administration system in France is a huge…

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  • The French You Don’t Learn at School – Part II

    A few months ago I wrote a post about the French you don’t learn at school, intended to make my friends laugh and hopefully teach them some typical Parisian phrases at…

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Tonight’s gig felt less like a concert and more like stepping into a time machine. From the moment the band struck their first chord, something in the room shifted—suddenly I was 15 again, dancing without a hint of self-consciousness, living off the pulse of bands like The Kooks, the Coral and Turin Brakes.
Every year since I moved here in 2010 I’ve come to see the tree @galerieslafayette 🎄 it’s become a kind of ritual for me and I never feel like Christmas has arrived until I’ve popped in to see what incredible design they’ve come up with. This year is by far one of my favourites, I love how bright and beautiful it is! ✨ and who knew @galerieslafayette was 130 years old?? She is still looking fabulous
For my 35th birthday this year I just had to try the recently opened @publichouse.paris ✨ I’ve lived in Paris for almost 14 years now and one thing I really miss from home is good, hearty English pub food. The chef, Calum Franklin, has built a spectacular menu with the most delicious starters, authentic pies and even my favourite English dessert - sticky toffee pudding. The decor in the pub transported me to England and the drinks, including a delicious pimms aperitif, made me feel like I was right back home in the UK 🇬🇧 it’s taken a long time, but Paris FINALLY has a real English pub for his those of us who need a taste of home. I personally cannot wait to go back.
Spring is in the air! 🌸
✨Night at the Museum✨Last Thursday I was lucky enough to be invited to have a private tour of the Musée Picasso (after dark)! Our guide was absolutely wonderful and explained the concept of the new exhibition with British Artistic Director and fashion designer Paul Smith. ‘Picasso Celebration : the Collection in the New Light!’ demonstrates how Paul Smith has created a truly unique display in collaboration with the museum. Through his eyes, we discover a Picasso who was inventive, funny and experimental. I have deliberately not included all of my photos and videos because I cannot stress enough how much you need to see this exhibition for yourselves.
**VEGAN BRUNCH ALERT** 🥑 Today I got to try @sweetrawmance new address just a few steps away from the Sacre Coeur in Montmartre with my beautiful belle sœur @jenny_around_the_world 🤍 The food was absolute delicious and the service was great. I recommend sitting downstairs if you can (you can book online). It was 35 euros which included a hot drink, a fresh juice, a chia pudding bowl, avocado toast, pancakes AND a raw vegan cake. Amazing value for money and you’ll be absolutely stuffed! 😍 A must try. Merci @sweetrawmance and @jenny_around_the_world for showing me this resto! 🥑

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