From model to muse to war photographer Lee Miller's extraordinary life is revisited with a major retrospective at Paris' Jeu de Paume (to January 4, 2009). This retrospective presents the many facets of the career of this remarkable 20th-century artist who was...

"I wrote A Revolution in Taste: The Rise of French Cuisine," says author Susan Pinkard, "because I am fascinated by the intersection of the routines of everyday life with the world of ideas." This splendid book just out for the holidays looks at one...

Recently passing through Paris to perform for the underground burlesque Icon Juliet Dragon's "Back to School" burlesque at the Divan du Monde then onto Nantes with the illustrious Caravan Palace at Festival Jour de Fete, Jazmin from Jazmin & Saphar...

Jacques Prévert (1900-1977) became one of France's most popular twentieth century poets with the publication of his book "Paroles" in 1946. The legendary surrealist poet, song writer and screen writer  is revisited with an exhibition of...

This new book by Eric Karpeles is a visual companion to Marcel Proust's monumental twentieth century work  "In Search of Lost Time," one of the most expansive literary creations ever written. It celebrates the close relationship between the visual...

The Guinguette Auvergnate — located in Villeneuve Triage—is the perfect place to take visitors to Paris, who never fail to be charmed by its friendly relaxed atmosphere, the view of the Seine from its windows framed by potted geraniums and the unpretentious...

After many years in the works, Le CENTQUATRE, a multi-use art space - with studios, showrooms and workshops- opened its doors with festivities including an appearance by trip-hop musician Tricky. Le CENTQUATRE named after its address (104, rue d'Aubervilliers) and...

If Parisians seem more sexually sophisticated than their anglo-Saxon counterparts, it's only because they've had a long time to perfect their naughty ways. Paris is a city where the quest for joie de vivre has long been taken to its debauched extremes, with a...

For a seasoned fashionista like myself, a visit to the Sonia Rykiel Exhibition was like taking a stroll down catwalk memory lane. No, I haven't been around for all 40 years of Sonia's career, but her passion for knitwear impacted my clothing habits as far back...

Paris murder mystery author Cara Black has just come out with a new novel "Murder in the rue de Paradis."  In this eighth Aimée Leduc story the heroine is thrilled when her one-time lover, Yves, an investigative journalist, returns from his...

Carla Coulson's "Paris Tango" is a journey into the heart of Paris, through evocative photographs and interviews... Paris Tango offers a contemporary look at Paris,  through the eyes of Australian photographer and writer Carla Coulson. The book takes...

It seems that Paris is going greener every day. Its latest eco-innovation? A tethered hot-air balloon that indicates real-time air pollution levels using a color-coding system that can be seen from up to 20km (12.4 miles) away.  Located in Parc André...

John Baxter, author of "We'll Always Have Paris," has come out with a new book on France just in time for the holidays which is sure to please those Francophiles on your gift list. A witty cultural and culinary education, Immoveable Feast is the...

Hemingway visited the American Library in Paris to write, Molotov to research and Gertrude Stein to lecture. In its eighty-eight year existence the largest English language lending library in continental Europe has always been more than a place to borrow books. And...

The French have an enormous passion for their food... for cooking it, shopping for it and eating it. This book written by Trish Deseine, who has lived in France for 20 years, is recommended for anyone wishing to pick up a little of that passion. It explores the...

Once you've considered possible locations for your dream home in France, you must decide on the type of property that will best suit your requirements, weigh up the purchase options and assess the fees associated with buying.

There's an...

Is it possible to be tired of Paris? Bored with it? Amazingly, it is, and at such times one may long for a brief escape, a short trip into the countryside. To the rescue comes Annabel, a Briton long resident in Paris who has obviously felt the same uneasy stirrings,...

Paris' new Voguéo shuttle boat service  promises to be the city's first step in creating a Seine waterway metro line.  Following the city's extremely successful Velib free bicycle service launched last summer,  Voguéo is...

Parisian cavistes share their passion
 When you're out to get a great bottle of wine, why not go somewhere where you can meet a real devotee of the grape? Step inside one of Paris' specialty wine shops and you'll find...

Hall Gardner's first book of poems, "The Wake-Up Blast"  captures over 3 decades of poetic protest and dissent, recounted through the lens of personal encounters throughout the world. His  engaged poetry captivates readers through rallying cries...

Twelve bubbly days of Christmas
Holidays are times to uncork a bottle of bubbly and make a toast. Although France's champagne is the world's most famous celebratory drink there are others that merit tasting. Since there are twelve...

Imagine a custom just-for-you shopping trip to Paris, following an elegant and chic woman dashing through the Paris streets, expertly guiding you and finding and navigating the most unusual, exclusive shops and greeting friends on every corner. You might imagine this...

During the holiday season, Paris truly becomes the city of lights. This year, France's favorite actress Marion Cotillard, the Oscar winning star of La Vie en Rose, switched on 135 000 light bulbs illuminating the Champs-Elysées from place de la Concorde all...