St. Germainer

Fondation Cartier

Posted on August 19, 2007 by Susie Hollands

The Fondation Cartier – one of the many Paris museums dedicated to contemmporary art – puts on consistently good shows and invests in young artists, as well as some more established international names. The beautiful building was designed by French architect Jean Nouvel. Fondation Cartier 261 boulevard Raspail, 14th Ph. 01 42 18 56 50 Hours:… Read more

Bellota-Bellota

Posted on August 11, 2007 by Susie Hollands

A menu of dishes based on the shop’s Spanish hams, cheeses and premium canned goods. Not only does it sell little treats (try the madeleines), but it is also an upscale tapas bar. The main company has several locations of similar shops all around Paris – the other locations are on the Champs Elysees in… Read more

Arthus-Bertrand

Posted on August 7, 2007 by Susie Hollands

This legendary shop has been crafting signet rings and official decorations since 1803. One of creations is “Lune de Miel”, a gold disk that can been worn as a bracelet, necklace, pendant or ring. He also has locations in the 16th and 8th arrondissements. Arthus-Bertrand 54 rue Bonaparte, 6th Ph. 01 49 54 72 10… Read more

Ecole Ferrandi

Posted on August 6, 2007 by Susie Hollands

It’s a bit like a canteen but the food is divine at one of the most prestigious culinary schools in Paris. There are two restaurants in the same building, Le Premier and Le 28. They are very reasonably priced for the level of service and quality, but be sure to book at least one month in… Read more

Upla

Posted on August 5, 2007 by Susie Hollands

A cute Baba-Cool (French for “hippie”) brand from the 70s when their shop began life in Les Halles – it has now evolved, (like those Baba-Cool people) to the chi-chi environs of St-Germain-des-Prés. “Upla” literally means “Dairy Farmers Union” and it was in their old building that the Upla boutique was born. Their most… Read more