St. Germainer

Goyard

Posted on July 15, 2007 by Susie Hollands

Goyard, THE place for travel bags, older than LV, rarer and more desirable. You can’t get much higher than this when it comes to class: try a suitcase that unfolds into a food and water bowl for your puppy. And for yourself, bring along a matching red-leather passport wallet. If all that is outside of… Read more

Le Café de la Mairie

Posted on July 15, 2007 by Susie Hollands

Played a key role in Christian Vincent’s film La Discrète. More reasonably priced than Café Flore and in a more discreet neighbourhood, this is a very typique Parisian restaurant that appears to have been frozen in time. With a wonderful view of the stunning Saint Sulpice square, what more could you want! Le Cafe de la… Read more

Musée du Louvre

Posted on July 6, 2007 by Susie Hollands

The Louvre. Need we really say more? Get there early to avoid the queue or even better, head to the nocturnes Wednesday and Friday nights. Read more

Le Bar à Huitres

Posted on July 5, 2007 by Susie Hollands

The saying goes: “Never eat oysters in a month without an ‘R’ in it.” or as P.J. O’Rourke put it “Never serve oysters in a month that has no paycheck in it.” When you have the means, this is one of the best places to splurge – top quality, fresh seafood and accompaniments. With additional… Read more

Patrick Roger- Chocolatier

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Susie Hollands

Patrick Roger flavours his ganaches with lime, basil, jasmin, quince and Szechuan pepper corns – amongst other things. A mix of classic and innovative, there is something for all tastes here. He also creates chocolate art and sculpture, often on display at his stores. These elegant creations are presented in his trademark teal boxes –… Read more