How to: Get Translation Help in Paris
I recently noticed that one of the most popular questions on the Expatriates in Paris Facebook group is: “Where can I find a reasonably priced certified translator?” As anyone who lives here knows, the French administrative services are obsessed with red tape so getting things done…
24 Hours in Paris
Having been living as a Parisienne for over 6 years now, I often get asked if the city is worth visiting. My response? YES, absolutely. You must come. You need to come. How soon can you fly over? Did you hear Air France was having a…
Exploring Magical Montmartre with Paris City Vision
Last month in my beautiful city I got the chance to become a tourist again and explore a quartier que j’adore with Paris City Vision. On the morning of Saturday the 22nd of October I set off to meet Anna, my friend and fellow blogger at the…
Dining in Style with BonAppetour
Imagine having the opportunity to eat in an apartment that is too beautiful for words to do it justice, with a host that not only cooks the finest French cuisine but also welcomes you into their home with open arms. Sounds like something out of…
Le Food Market
Recently back after the Summer break, Le Food Market is the latest thing Parisians and Expats are going nuts over. The hip, cool event is a night market with 20 different stands offering a variety of meals and desserts. Best of all, the maximum price…
Oh la la, Lavomatic!
“Oh la la!” were the exact words my copine française used when I took her to Lavomatic for the first time. But wait, before you think my friends and I have some strange obsession with doing our laundry, let me explain… Lavomatic is one of Paris’ unique…
Santorini – Greece’s Precious Gem
This summer I fell madly in love with the beautiful Greek island of Santorini. The island is as beautiful as everyone says and as soon as you set eyes on the stunning white facades and charming blue rooftops you won’t be able to take your…
Paul Taylor’s FRANGLAIS – the Bilingual Culture Clash we have all been waiting for
A few weeks ago I was sat in my flat searching for a different kind of inspiration. This time around it wasn’t for my blog, nor for my novel, but for my general sanity. Let me explain… After almost three years of regular date nights…
Cour des Petites Ecuries – Paris’ Best Kept Secret
Cour des Petite écuries is an adorable little courtyard is, and has been since I discovered it, one of my favourite secret spots in Paris. I lived in Paris for almost 5 years before I finally found this little piece of heaven nestled in the…
How to: Avoid Apartment Scams in Paris
So here’s the problem: After seeing several posts on various Expat pages on Facebook, I am sick and tired of seeing innocent people get scammed. Sadly, there are a lot of scams nowadays and we have to accept that there are some bad people in…
