This past week two things happened. One, I was reminded that we are less than a month away from the one year anniversary of when Paris first went into lockdown. Or, as I like to call it, the start of COVID living. Two, I realized that we are still over a month away from a …
We’re now six weeks into 2021, and museums, theatres, and cinemas are still closed in France. It’s been almost four months since the famous museums of Paris last welcomed visitors, and a re-opening date has yet to be announced. Rumours have begun to swirl that cultural sites will be able to re-open in April, but …
One of my favourite things about French history is the tradition of French salons. In the 18th and 19th centuries, artists, scholars, and philosophers would gather in private homes for an evening of spirited discussion and debate. Often with a healthy dose of drinking thrown in for good measure. These salons became the cultural hubs …
Paris does not have a great track record when it comes to welcoming new architecture and/or monuments to its skyline. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre pyramid, and Opera Bastille are all examples of highly controversial additions over the years. Most were loathed at first sight. Some, like the Tour Montparnasse, are still loathed by both …
Let’s face it. France is famous for its cuisine. There are thousands of restaurants to choose from in Paris alone, and people travel from far and wide to experience the best of them. Or at least, they used to. As part of the ongoing COVID-19 safety measures, all restaurants are currently closed for dining. Some …