Tagged With: French
Bonne Anniversaire, Mon Amour!
Today is the birthday of my ex-husband. Maybe it was coincidence that I ran into one of his French friends this morning that I rarely see. Since I bear no ill will towards him in the least, let me amuse you with a few memories of him. I miss him waiting for me after work … Continue reading
Vive La France!
For Bastille Day Weekend, I decided to do something French-themed every day/night. On Friday, I went to the Grand Opening of Muka over by Davies Symphony Hall. The owner, Jean-Luc, is a former bartender at my favorite neighborhood French wine bar, Amelie. He opened his own place, Moussy’s Cafe, in L’Alliance Francaise, which recently relocated … Continue reading
Plus Paris
On Monday night I ended up having dinner at a rustic little restaurant called Les Bougresses. It’s basically across the street from the hotel that I stayed at in the 4th arrondissement the last 2 trips, yet I never recall it being there. The place was small, but warm, with one waiter who greeted everyone … Continue reading
Oh La La! It’s Musical Monday (at least, in Paris, it is)
Let’s keep going with the French theme, shall we? Now I know that Madeline Peyroux has her version, but I love this one by DeeDee Bridgewater. “J’ai Deux Amours” – DeeDee Bridgewater
La Vie En Rose Continues
On Saturday I ended up going back over to Montmartre to take the Culture Fish Tour. Two brothers and their sister, who have an American dad of Lebanese descent and a French mother, decided to start the company together. As far as I know, they give two tours – one of the major sights of … Continue reading
“Paris Is Always A Good Idea”
Do you recall that line from Sabrina? The ending of that movie always makes me tear up a little, though I never saw the original one – only the most recent remake. My flight to the City of Lights was mostly uneventful. It was slightly cold on the plane, however. As I wrapped my blanket … Continue reading
Demain Je Vais A Paris
As I finish packing the eve before my journey to the City of Love and Romance, I’ll leave you with this… “La Vie En Rose” – Goldfinga