by Emma | Nov 18, 2024 | City Guides, Paris
The History of Ladurée in Paris, France Laduree macarons originated in Paris, France but are now these sweet treats are an international sensation. Louis Ernest Ladurée first opened up a bakery in the middle of Paris in 1862, then changed it to a patisserie shop...
by Emma | Nov 13, 2024 | City Guides, Paris
Y’all, it’s finally happening!! After five long sad years of anticipation, Notre Dame is open to the public again as of December 8, 2024. As you probably know, the historic French cathedral church that is one of the most famous landmarks in the world has...
by Emma | Nov 11, 2024 | Charleston, City Guides
As a Charleston local who used to live in Paris, I often get asked where I go for good French food. While nothing can truly compare to Parisian fine dining, a combination of Charleston’s foodie status and the two cities’ historic overlap means there are lots of good...
by Emma | Nov 7, 2024 | Charleston, City Guides
Where should I go for good French pastries in Charleston? As a Charlestonian who used to call Paris home, I get asked this question a lot. And while nothing hits like the first croissant fresh off a plane in Paris, there are some really great local, authentic options...
by Emma | Sep 7, 2024 | City Guides, Paris
In the middle of the Seine River in the shadow of Notre Dame Cathedral lies a small pedestrian bridge that leads you from the western edge of Île de la Cité to its smaller sister island, the idyllic Île Saint-Louis. Less than half a mile in length and full of old...
