Creative

Maison des Métallos

Posted on November 13, 2009 by VINGT Editorial

Text: Anna Bromwich Maison des Métallos is perhaps best described as a cultural venue with a social conscience. It’s various spaces stage exhibitions, theatre and concerts with strong political themes and host creative workshops for young and old alike. The Maison also holds public debates, philosophy lectures and collaborative events with local associations. It also… Read more

Forum des Images

Posted on November 11, 2009 by VINGT Editorial

Text: David Britain Although its location inside Forum des Halles is not the most desirable, Forum des Images is the gem of this underground maze. Nowhere else will you find such an enormously varied film agenda including 1920s silent film, contemporary art house cinema and everything in between. There is a strong emphasis on… Read more

Sheger

Posted on August 5, 2009 by Susie Hollands

A “hole in the wall” Ethiopian restaurant in the 11th arrondissement with some outstanding flavors. The main course is served on a single large plate whether you order one or several dishes. Try the Yebeug Tebses (grilled lamb), Ketffo (Ethiopian steak tartar), and Dorow Key Wot (spicy chicken) accompanied with grilled pepper and onion cooked… Read more

Rosa Bonheur

Posted on July 1, 2009 by Susie Hollands

Located inside the Buttes-Chaumont park, this bar/restaurant is Paris outside of Paris, an ideal place to go to watch the sun set over the city. You can either sit on the grass with your friends on the hill right under the bar or join the festivities inside, as they play music of the likes of… Read more

Ground Zero – independent record shop

Posted on May 12, 2009 by VINGT Editorial

Text: Will Hutchins If you’ve failed in your bid to find that Senegalese 1969-1972 funk rarities compilation you’ve been searching for in your local Fnac, then you’ll have better luck at Ground Zero – formely tucked away on rue Saint Marthe but now collocated with vinyl soulmates Nationale 7 at Poissonière. You’ll still find the superb stash… Read more