
REDISCOVERING THE PICTURESQUE IN PARIS


The Hidden Gardens of Paris
Gardens, NewsTwo hundred years ago, when Emperor Napoleon III transformed Paris into a modern metropolis, he singularly championed public parks. He gifted two former hunting grounds—the Bois de Boulogne at the western edge of the city and the Bois de Vincennes…

Our Favorite Gardens to Visit in Ile-de-France
Architecture, Gardens, News
Although the gardens of Versailles might be the most famous in the greater Parisian region, there are dozens of other magnificent gardens encircling Paris. These vary in style from formal jardins à la française to historic kitchen gardens,…

Surprising Stories: Hot Chocolate fit for Kings and Queens
Architecture, Art, Gardens, History, News, Surprising Stories, Versailles
With the cool airs descending on Paris as winter approaches, there's no tastier way to warm up than with a thick cup of chocolat chaud. The history of hot chocolate in France began over four hundred years and involves two foreign queens.…

A Garden of Scents: Pomades, Pastilles, and French Perfume
Gardens, History, News, Versailles
Smell is perhaps the most ephemeral of the five senses. Our noses can detect thousands of odors, which we unconsciously categorize as pleasant or repellent, information which is stored in our minds for the rest of our lives. While we easily…

Seasons Greetings & Special Paris Tours for the Holidays
Art, News
The holiday season is fast approaching and it's one of the best times in Paris. The festive spirit abounds, particularly on the city's market streets, bustling with Parisians preparing for their holiday feasts. If you will be traveling to…