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The thief made off with a Richard Mille Tourbillon Diamond Twister. (Image source: Screenrgrab from the Richard Mille website) The 30-year-old victim was approached outside the five-star Hotel Napoleon near the Arc de Triomphe late Monday by a man who asked for a cigarette. … [Read more...] about Paris thief swipes US$840,000 watch from Japanese man”s wrist

But as always in life, the people are ultimately more important than the place. What I love most about living abroad is the other expats you meet: funny, fascinating individuals from all over the world who are always game for another shot of gin. Who share the same philosophies about life and youth and adventure, and pushing yourself to live live live as much as possible. They’re people with stories more compelling than mine could ever be: engineers and foreign diplomats and journalists working overseas, born in Seoul but raised in Warsaw and London. They’re bankers who dropped everything to be pastry chefs, midwestern girls with big dreams who just wanted to soak up Paris. They get me. I get them. … [Read more...] about Paris Expat: The Reality of Life in France

The Raspberry Financier with gooseberry jam and shredded coconut was a masterpiece of plant based baking and the Raw Lemon Cheesecake was creamy with an intense lemon sourness. A White Chocolate and Pistachio cookie with sweet white chocolate, a hint of salt and a sprinkle of freeze dried raspberries was moist, chewy and crunchy in perfect unison. And finally, a Strawberry Tartlet that was a light and sweet creation kind of like a strawberry filled cloud in a short pastry casing. Chef Yumiko, we salute you! … [Read more...] about Vegan delights in Paris and London

Officials hope to store some 250,000 artworks at the new center in five years' time. About half of the newly-constructed building's sprawling space will house art from the famed Paris museum, the world's biggest. … [Read more...] about Louvre opens center to protect art from flooding

Tucked away on the picturesque Place des Vosges, this beautiful 56-room boutique hotel is a secret world of calm in a bustling city. Upon arrival through the discreet entrance, you’re greeted by a beautiful, historic 17th-century building draped in ivy. The Marais location offers visitors an array of independent boutiques and Parisian cafes for people watching and gorgeous architecture, while having the opportunity of returning to a quiet haven at the end of the day. A scrumptious breakfast buffet is served every day in the lounge – but why not go for breakfast in bed? Rooms vary in size from 20 m2 to the 80 m2. Suite de la Reine; all featuring turndown service, an iPod docking system and Codage amenities. This hidden court yard gem is one of Marais’ best kept secrets! … [Read more...] about 5 Parisian boutique hotels to keep an eye on