http://www.pariscapes.comRSS feeds for Paris Attractions, Travel Guide and Photos : Pariscapes.com60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/22/French-Macaroons-at-Laduree.aspx#Comments1http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=22http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/22/French-Macaroons-at-Laduree.aspxMany things in Paris are luxurious and experiences are to be savored. One such example is the french macaroon. Usually made with almonds, egg whites, sugar and food coloring to match, they are best sampled at one of the most renowned Parisian institutions: Ladurée.  Margaret LiFri, 16 Apr 2010 04:04:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/48/Parks-Gardens-and-Green-Spaces-in-Paris.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=48http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=48&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/48/Parks-Gardens-and-Green-Spaces-in-Paris.aspxParis is well known for its idyllic parks - a leisurely stroll or walk through one of the well-manicured, pristine and often quaint gardens is a must. The New York Times describes the hidden gardens of Paris, however of the ones in plain sight, there truly are too many to list.  Let's therefore focus on some of the major parks and gardens found throughout the city.Margaret LiFri, 16 Apr 2010 00:31:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:48http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/16/Visiting-the-Louvre-Museum--Musee-du-Louvre.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=16http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=16&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/16/Visiting-the-Louvre-Museum--Musee-du-Louvre.aspxIt goes without saying that one of the top museums to visit during your stay in Paris is the renowned Louvre, home of course to the Mona Lisa. Originally a fortress, the Louvre museum has been at its location since 1793. What's more, it boasts 6 million visitors every year. What can you do to help make your visit the best it can be? Consider the following hints and tips, from the ideal times to visit, which entrance to use, and places to eat nearby if you don't want to eat museum food.Margaret LiTue, 13 Apr 2010 06:17:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:16http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/43/The-Most-Annoying-Things-About-Paris.aspx#Comments2http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=43http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=43&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/43/The-Most-Annoying-Things-About-Paris.aspxAnnoyances might seem implausible when it comes to Paris, one of the most beautiful cities in the world.  How could such a charm-filled, picturesque city irk anyone?  Here's how, and local Parisians might even agree with a few of these points. (Note: You really have to spend at least a few months in the city to start to notice any of these; so travelers: no need to fret - your vacation will be superb!)    Margaret LiSat, 10 Apr 2010 17:27:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:43http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/40/The-Skinny-on-How-the-French-Dont-Get-Fat.aspx#Comments4http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=40http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=40&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/40/The-Skinny-on-How-the-French-Dont-Get-Fat.aspxThere has been much written on why the French don't get fat.  Most say it's the way food is eaten and the portion sizes.  While this is true, after spending a year living in Paris, I thought of 10 non-food related reasons that aren't usually mentioned.  Margaret LiMon, 05 Apr 2010 15:31:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:40http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/50/Visiting-the-Eiffel-Tower.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=50http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=50&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/50/Visiting-the-Eiffel-Tower.aspxYou are going to Paris and one of your must-see sights has to be the Eiffel Tower! It is one of the most recognized structures in the world but also a way to distinguish a tourist from a Parisian. How so? Travel on the Metro (line 6) towards Place Charles de Gaulle, and when you do not see a single person glance out the window at the tall structure, you know you are amongst locals. Here are some things to consider before your first visit to the famed monument!Margaret LiSun, 21 Mar 2010 18:28:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:50http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/44/Cheese-Fondue-Recipes-Revealed-by-Paris-Chef.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=44http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=44&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/44/Cheese-Fondue-Recipes-Revealed-by-Paris-Chef.aspxThere's an almost hidden Parisian street called Rue Mouffetard in the non-touristy 5th arrondissement. It's here that one can find an outdoor market, quaint shops and charming restaurants - all of which have a wonderful local breeziness to them. You will discover regional French, Italian and Turkish restaurants here, some with a variety of 3-course set menus. One former decade-long Rue Mouffetard restauranteur, Rainer Plinge, agreed to share his scrumptious cheese fondue recipes. His restaurant was often packed full with hungry patrons turned away!Margaret LiWed, 10 Mar 2010 21:28:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:44http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/34/An-American-Girl-in-Paris.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=34http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=34&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/34/An-American-Girl-in-Paris.aspxThe long awaited Sex and the City movie was a hit with a special edition DVD available. And its sequel has already been released! The popular HBO series ran for 6 seasons, with the 2-part finale partly filmed in Paris. For those who didn't watch the season finale - here is a quick recap, along with details of where Carrie Bradshaw's (Sarah Jessica Parker) adventures took her in the City of Light.Margaret LiSun, 14 Feb 2010 19:52:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:34http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/36/Le-Tour-de-France.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=36http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=36&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/36/Le-Tour-de-France.aspxFrance is home to the world's largest cycling race, le Tour de France, which has had its fair share of triumphs, struggles and controversy. The race is held each July, making its way through the French countryside to finish along the Champs-Elysées in Paris. If you're going to be in Paris in the summer of 2010 to watch the final stage, here are some pointers you should know.Margaret LiFri, 05 Feb 2010 03:36:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:36http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/3/10-Tips-on-How-to-Plan-a-Cheap-Paris-Vacation.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=3http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/3/10-Tips-on-How-to-Plan-a-Cheap-Paris-Vacation.aspxA trip to Paris may seem suited for jet setters, the adventurous, and surely the wealthy. In actual fact, visiting Paris can be a reality and relatively easy on the pocketbook. Here are 10 tips to keep in mind when planning your Parisian vacation.Margaret LiThu, 07 Jan 2010 15:56:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/64/Monday-August-17-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=64http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=64&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/64/Monday-August-17-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France France Set for Sunday Shopping (euronews.net)Woman Throws Cup at Mona Lisa (bbc.co.uk) Learning to Be French Through Comedy (nytimes.com) It’s Julia Child’s Birthday–in Paris! Go Where She Used to Hang Out (wsj.com) Paris' Electric Car Sharing Plan (businessweek.com) → Find out what's been happening in Paris, France current events and news: read on! Margaret LiMon, 17 Aug 2009 04:14:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:64http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/63/Thursday-July-9-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=63http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=63&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/63/Thursday-July-9-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Frugal Paris (nytimes.com)Tour de France, Cycling a Clash of Culture for Americans, Europeans (sportsillustrated.com) The Demise of Lacroix (forbes.com) France Ponders a Burqa Ban (economist.com) Le Panthéon © photo: Amélie Dupont Margaret LiThu, 09 Jul 2009 06:04:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:63http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/62/Monday-June-8-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=62http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=62&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/62/Monday-June-8-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Thief Pulls Off $8M Jewelry Heist In Paris (cbs.com)Federer Wins His 1st French Open (sports.yahoo.com) The baguettes can stay A tiny bakery provokes an international incident (economist.com) Charms of Paris Tempt a Busy President (nytimes.com) Place Vendôme © photo: Amélie Dupont Margaret LiSun, 07 Jun 2009 22:59:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:62http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/61/Tuesday-May-26-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=61http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=61&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/61/Tuesday-May-26-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Smoking Ban Hurts Paris Cafes (globeandmail.com) At Paris' Pompidou Center, the Year of the Women (latimes.com) The Latest from Roland Garros 2009 (rolandgarros.com) Eiffel Tower Exhibit Celebrates 120 Years Since Opening (france24.com) → Find out what's been happening in Paris, France current events and news: read on! © photo: Amélie DupontMargaret LiTue, 26 May 2009 04:23:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:61http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/60/Friday-May-15-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=60&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/60/Friday-May-15-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Dior Debuts First Film Ad Featuring Marion Cotillard (ladydior.com) Free Paris Museums at Night This May 16 (pariscapes.com) Protests in France Spread to Hospital Workers (nytimes.com) France's Cautionary Tale on Health Care (sfgate.com) The Latest from Cannes Film Festival (festival-cannes.com) © photo: Christian DiorMargaret LiFri, 15 May 2009 06:31:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/59/Wednesday-May-13-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=59http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=59&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/59/Wednesday-May-13-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Visions of "A Grand Paris" on Exhibit (citechaillot.fr) How France is Surviving the Economic Crisis (economist.com) France Passes Controversial Anti-Piracy Bill (cbc.ca) Paris Cafés: To Be or Not to Be? (francetoday.com) U.S. Drops Tariffs on Roquefort (online.wsj.com)  © photo: David Lefranc  Margaret LiWed, 13 May 2009 03:30:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:59http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/39/Paris-Museums-at-Night.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=39http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=39&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/39/Paris-Museums-at-Night.aspxThis past May 16, 2009 was the 5th annual The Night of Museums, not only in Paris, but across Europe when 2,000 museums opened their doors on this Saturday evening as a free, social event for everyone. Organized by the French Ministry of Culture and Communication, 130 museums in Paris will participate including the Louvre, the Rodin Museum (pictured) and the National Gallery of the Grand Palace to name a few. This is a special event when you'll be able to roam some of the world's finest museums until 11:30 PM or midnight!Margaret LiTue, 05 May 2009 06:30:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:39http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/58/Tuesday-May-5-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=58http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=58&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/58/Tuesday-May-5-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Oo-la-la, Chocolate at the Carousel du Louvre in Paris (latimes.com) France Wrests Title of Sleeping Giant (wsj.com) Paris Celebrates 120 years of the Eiffel Tower (newsweek.com) Left Bank vs. Right: A Tale of Two Cities (latimes.com) Taking the Plunge: Pools in Paris (nytimes.com) © photo: Amélie Dupont Margaret LiTue, 05 May 2009 05:22:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:58http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/57/Friday-May-1-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=57http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=57&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/57/Friday-May-1-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Sarkozy Envisions Urban Regeneration for Paris and Suburbs (nytimes.com) French Unions Lead May Day Protests, Europe Marches (bloomberg.com) A Day Trip to London From Paris (nytimes.com) Strikes Close Many Universities in France (economist.com) Apartment for Sale in Paris (nytimes.com)photo © Jacques Lebar Margaret LiSat, 02 May 2009 01:47:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:57http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/35/Beaches-in-Paris-Every-Summer--Paris-Plage.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=35http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=35&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/35/Beaches-in-Paris-Every-Summer--Paris-Plage.aspxParis let its hair down every July to August with its own version of Californian beaches called Paris Plage. Large, potted palm trees, truckloads of sand, beach chairs and umbrellas are transported to the city's Right Bank, and in an all-night major set-up, are carefully arranged along the Seine. Throw in street entertainment, games for kids, and food, it's a fun event for all.Margaret LiWed, 29 Apr 2009 04:45:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:35http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/56/Wednesday-April-29-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=56http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=56&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/56/Wednesday-April-29-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France France to Lower Restaurant Food Tax to Entice Diners (nytimes.com) Art's Great Whodunit: The Mona Lisa Theft of 1911 (time.com) A Brief Look Inside Apple's Upcoming Paris Retail Store (appleinsider.com) French Unions Unite for May Day Protests (telegraph.co.uk) Did EDF, France’s Nuclear-Energy Giant, Spy on Greenpeace? (economist.com) © Photo: David Lefranc Margaret LiWed, 29 Apr 2009 02:57:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:56http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/55/Thursday-April-23-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=55http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=55&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/55/Thursday-April-23-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France "Coco" explores Chanel's early years with style (reuters.com) France Tries to Lure Hollywood (nytimes.com) World Digital Library Putting Human History a Click Away (inauguration at UNESCO in Paris) (chicagotribune.com) Paintings With Pinot (newsweek.com) Fall 2009 Paris Fashion Week: Junya Watanabe (losangelestimes.com) Margaret LiThu, 23 Apr 2009 05:28:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:55http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/54/Wednesday-April-22-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=54http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=54&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/54/Wednesday-April-22-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Vive Le Louvre! At 20, I.M. Pei's Controversial Pyramid Defies Critics (fastcompany.com) Insider's Paris: The top sidewalk cafés (newsweek.com/budgettravel) Not Everyone Gets Paris (bitten.blogs.nytimes.com) Looking Up to the Eiffel Tower (photo gallery) (time.com) Paris Fashion Week: Blagging Rights (nzherald.co.nz) photo © Amélie Dupont; architect I.M. PeiMargaret LiWed, 22 Apr 2009 05:25:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:54http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/53/Tuesday-April-21-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=53http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=53&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/53/Tuesday-April-21-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Sarkozy Spends £157m on Keeping up with the Presidential Jet Set (timesonline.co.uk) Air France Tests Wireless Boarding (businessweek.com) Eat Like a Local in Paris (cnn.com) France's Unpopular President: Super-Sarkozy Falls to Earth (economist.com) Why the French Love to Strike (time.com) photo © Amélie DupontMargaret LiTue, 21 Apr 2009 05:33:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:53http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/52/Monday-April-20-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=52http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=52&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/52/Monday-April-20-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Trois Strikes and You're Out  Will France pass a controversial law against file-sharing? (economist.com) Japanese Expats Take Their Brooms to Paris Streets (reuters.com) Special Offers at Disneyland Resort Paris (disneylandparis.co.uk) Fountains Play to Music at Château de Versailles (chateauversaillesspectacles.fr) Is an Obama Really Impossible in France? (nytimes.com) photo © Nicky Bouwmeester at Hôtel de la SorbonneMargaret LiMon, 20 Apr 2009 01:30:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:52http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/51/Sunday-April-19-2009.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=51http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=51&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/51/Sunday-April-19-2009.aspxNews from Paris, France Chanel Scents a Hit with Audrey Tautou (timesonline.co.uk) Sarkozy's Comments on Leaders Draw Shock, Denial (time.com) The Most Gastronomic Street in Paris (ft.com) Jacques Tati Loses his Pipe in Advertising Row (france24.com) Author of French Wartime Resistance Hymn Dies (reuters.com) Listen to Le Chant Des Partisans Paris 36" A Nostalgic Tour Through Friendship in pre-WWII France (seattletimes.com) French Workers Hold Bosses Captive to Force Negotiations (washingtonpost.com) Remy Sales Miss Estimates as Champagne Demand Falls (bloomberg.com) photo © Marc BertrandMargaret LiSun, 19 Apr 2009 01:00:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:51http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/19/Default.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=19http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=19&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/19/Default.aspxEach year since the year 957, the Foire du Trône brings country fair attractions and amusements to Paris in the 12th arrondissement.  One of the largest country fairs in France, it was originally a place where merchants and vendors would meet farmers to trade commodities such as rice and grain. Today, it can be compared to amusement parks in North America, with rides, arcades, games, and rollercoasters. What sets it apart is the type of food available - move over cotton candy!Margaret LiSat, 18 Apr 2009 03:00:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:19http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/8/What-to-Wear-in-Paris.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=8http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=8&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/8/What-to-Wear-in-Paris.aspxOne of the best ways to enjoy a Paris vacation is to assimilate into your new environment as easily and quickly as possible. Be perceived as a local, and you will inevitably feel like one! If you are planning your first visit, you may be wondering if Parisians are as glamorous as everyone thinks.  In a word (or two), not really! So, what to do next? In preparation of your trip, follow this easy checklist of fashion guidelines on how not to stand out as an obvious tourist in the City of Light.  Margaret LiSun, 22 Mar 2009 23:43:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:8http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/49/Paris-Not-France-Definitely-France.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=49http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=49&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/49/Paris-Not-France-Definitely-France.aspxIn a celebrity-obsessed society where the mention of Paris conjures thoughts of a certain over-exposed pop heiress, this website was created exclusively for all things Paris, Definitely France. Why focus on the City of Light? It is cosmopolitan yet old-fashioned, rich with cultural history yet progressively modern, and most of all, beautiful and charming in the eyes of any tourist. For most people however, a trip to Paris can seem far out of reach - even while keeping cheap Paris travel tips in mind. This is where familiarity can also help set the mood, and set the stage for your next or very first trip. It is these popular movies over the last decade that help bring Paris to life.Margaret LiMon, 24 Nov 2008 04:39:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:49http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/47/Parisians-Told-to-Smile-at-Tourists.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=47http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=47&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/47/Parisians-Told-to-Smile-at-Tourists.aspxFor the 2nd year in a row, Paris City Hall and the Paris Tourism Office have launched an initiative to make the city more friendly to tourists.   Last year, the mayor of Paris handed out leaflets at the Eiffel Tower.  The leaflets described a charter on how to treat tourists visiting the city.  Now, the theme has shifted to a more proactive agenda with the slogan of "Paris Smiles for You!"Margaret LiFri, 11 Jul 2008 07:15:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:47http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/45/A-Scenic-Attraction--Paris-Rooftops.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=45http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=45&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/45/A-Scenic-Attraction--Paris-Rooftops.aspxAs you admire monuments and the architecture the city has to offer, it's easy to forget there's a stunning attraction high above the ground, viewable from everywhere - Paris rooftops!It probably doesn't sound that exciting - but as you can see from these photos taken from an apartment window within the 16th arrondissement (thanks, Lise!), the views are beautiful and very visually interesting.  Imagine seeing this view every day! Check out these prime locations (aside from the Eiffel Tower) where you can climb some stairs or take an escalator to view the mystical Parisian rooftops.Margaret LiThu, 10 Jul 2008 05:26:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:45http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/41/Velib-in-Paris--Free-Bicycles.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=41http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=41&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/41/Velib-in-Paris--Free-Bicycles.aspxThe City of Paris, in partnership with advertising company JCDecaux, has launched one of the most advanced public bicycle program in recent times. There are over 1,400 stations throughout the city where bicycles are available. It's claimed that one is never further than 200-300 meters from one of these stations. What's more, there are now even dedicated cycling lanes on some streets.Margaret LiMon, 26 May 2008 05:12:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:41http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/42/French-Croissants--A-Parisian-Staple.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=42http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=42&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/42/French-Croissants--A-Parisian-Staple.aspxYou've likely enjoyed a croissant at one time or another.  Perhaps it was at a local deli or you bought some at a grocery store.  Now is the time to forget every memory you may have of a croissant as you will taste how they are meant to be while you are in Paris.Margaret LiMon, 26 May 2008 02:05:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:42http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/38/The-Most-Useful-Map-of-Paris-Around.aspx#Comments2http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=38http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=38&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/38/The-Most-Useful-Map-of-Paris-Around.aspxDuring your Paris vacation you will likely not be renting a car and driving, as you will inevitably have to drive through one of the infamous roundabouts that aren't for the faint of heart.  (think 5-6 lanes of traffic but without any car lanes).  Instead, opt for taking the Metro or walking - which are in fact the primary ways that Parisians get around. One of the most important things to get upon your arrival is a map of the city, but not just any map like the single-page one offered at your hotel. You will need the Paris Pratique (par arrondissement) - in other words Practical Paris by Neighborhoods.Margaret LiMon, 05 May 2008 06:20:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:38http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/37/Default.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=37http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=37&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/37/Default.aspxFalse! The annual June 21 festival, la Fête de la Musique, celebrates the world's music and brings it to the streets with free concerts for the public.  Some concerts are organized, others are spontaneous, but one thing that is sure: Parisians flock to the streets and know how to celebrate with the best of them.Margaret LiTue, 29 Apr 2008 07:10:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:37http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/33/The-Paris-Marathon-Start-Line.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=33http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=33&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/33/The-Paris-Marathon-Start-Line.aspxEvery spring the Paris Marathon brings close to 30,000 determined individuals to the City of Light to run 26.2 miles through the charming streets and right by - yes, even the Eiffel Tower. Margaret LiSat, 26 Apr 2008 06:55:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:33http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/31/Visiting-the-Orsay-Museum--Musee-DOrsay.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=31http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=31&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/31/Visiting-the-Orsay-Museum--Musee-DOrsay.aspxThe Orsay Museum is another must-see in Paris, much like the Louvre. Located on the Left Bank with a commanding view of the Seine River, the Orsay Museum is home to the masterful impressionist work of Cézanne, Monet, Van Gogh, and Renoir among countless others. Here are some useful tips and hints on how to get there, the ideal section to start your visit, a nice place to have lunch, and a great place to take some souvenir snapshots.Margaret LiWed, 23 Apr 2008 00:57:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:31http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/25/The-Modern-Side-of-Paris.aspx#Comments1http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=25http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=25&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/25/The-Modern-Side-of-Paris.aspxDuring your visit of historic sites and walks along cobblestone streets, it is important to recognize that Paris is also a developed, modern city.  West of the city, reachable by Metro or RER train, is La Défense - the city's major business center.  Why would you want to venture to a business district full of skyscrapers, home to some of the major corporations of France?Margaret LiTue, 22 Apr 2008 16:52:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:25http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/28/Myth-4.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=28http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=28&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/28/Myth-4.aspxComing Soon!Margaret LiTue, 22 Apr 2008 14:52:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:28http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/27/Default.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=27http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=27&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/27/Default.aspx Not Always! With the emergence of discount airlines across Europe, it is often less expensive to purchase an airline ticket than to travel by train. However, what train travel affords you is:  Margaret LiTue, 22 Apr 2008 05:07:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:27http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/24/Default.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=24http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=24&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/24/Default.aspx False! Having your morning, noon or afternoon coffee to-go in a paper cup is uncommon.  Going for coffee in Paris means sitting in a café of your choosing (there are many in any neighborhood) and enjoying a few moments over your freshly brewed drink.  Margaret LiMon, 21 Apr 2008 05:53:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:24http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/23/Default.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=23http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=23&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/23/Default.aspxTrue!  This is one of the stereotypes you always hear about.  To give the city credit, they have made dramatic improvements in the last decade.  Yet venture into one of the neighborhoods in Paris, and you will still have to watch where you walk.  Margaret LiSat, 19 Apr 2008 06:13:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:23http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/18/Student-Protests-in-Paris.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=18http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=18&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/18/Student-Protests-in-Paris.aspxThere were more student demonstrations in Paris earlier this week to protest the plan to cut teaching jobs by the government.   French President Nicolas Sarkozy plans to remove over 11,000 teaching jobs from the education system over the next year in an effort to cut costs.Margaret LiFri, 18 Apr 2008 00:23:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:18http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/17/Dala-Lama-May-Become-Honorary-Paris-Citizen.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=17http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=17&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/17/Dala-Lama-May-Become-Honorary-Paris-Citizen.aspxAccording to the website of the Paris City Hall, Mayor Bertrand Delanoë is set to propose on April 21, 2008 to the Conseil de Paris that the Dalaï Lama become an honorary citizen of Paris.   With this gesture, the city of Paris is showing its support behind the people of Tibet.  Margaret LiThu, 17 Apr 2008 02:56:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:17http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/15/Designer-Clothes-Shopping-in-Paris.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=15http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=15&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/15/Designer-Clothes-Shopping-in-Paris.aspxShopping in Paris is a most enjoyable pastime.  Season after season, there are trends to follow and countless beautiful window displays to admire.  And if you can adjust to the difference in (or perhaps indifferent) typical Parisian customer service - you will find the style and fashion of the city very memorable. You probably want to know how you will be able to afford shopping in the City of Light though.  Here are some discount designer clothing stores to check out.  Margaret LiWed, 16 Apr 2008 06:07:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:15http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/14/French-wine-with-your-meal.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=14http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=14&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/14/French-wine-with-your-meal.aspxContrary to popular belief, wine consumption in France has actually decreased over the last few decades.   A survey conducted by the Bordeaux VinExpo in 2007 showed that annual French wine consumption fell by 11.1% to four billion bottles between 2001 and 2005 and continues to decline. Not to worry though, as the popular beverage is still readily available in France, and in most cafés, restaurants and bars, similar in price to soda or bottled water.  Margaret LiWed, 16 Apr 2008 05:00:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:14http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/11/The-Greatest-Thing-Since-French-Bread.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=11http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=11&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/11/The-Greatest-Thing-Since-French-Bread.aspx The most stereotypical of French foods is the baguette, baked fresh daily at neighborhood boulangeries throughout Paris. You might wonder what could be so memorable, so significant of a daily staple as common in America as a carton of milk. Here are some interesting, quirky facts that may help shed some light.  Margaret LiTue, 15 Apr 2008 01:45:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:11http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/12/The-Greatest-Thing-Since-French-Bread.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=12http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=12&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/12/The-Greatest-Thing-Since-French-Bread.aspxComing Soon!Margaret LiMon, 14 Apr 2008 09:13:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:12http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9/A-Charming-Saturday-in-Paris.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=9http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=9&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9/A-Charming-Saturday-in-Paris.aspxEver wonder what a typical Saturday in Paris is like? Not one as a tourist when you are trying to see as many museums as you can, but the afternoons enjoyed by the locals who call Paris home? Here is a photo gallery (thanks to Claude Néron) of an afternoon filled with bike rides, a visit to a café, outdoor market shopping, ping pong and wine in the park. → Click on any image below to launch the gallery!                Margaret LiWed, 26 Mar 2008 01:08:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:9http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/6/A-Souvenir-of-Paris.aspx#Comments0http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=60&ModuleID=401&ArticleID=6http://www.pariscapes.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=6&PortalID=0&TabID=60http://www.pariscapes.com/Culture/tabid/60/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/6/A-Souvenir-of-Paris.aspxA Paris vacation can be so memorable for travelers that they long to bring a part of the City of Light back with them.  Memories and photos are of course longlasting, but the desire to have something tangible has led to a surprising product on the market.  Margaret LiMon, 24 Mar 2008 05:09:00 GMTf1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:6