A friend recently asked me: what’s the perfect Parisian picnic? This is the answer—what to buy, where to shop, and how to eat like a local without looking like a tourist. 🥖 What Is a French Picnic in Paris? (And Why It’s So Special) There’s nothing more honest in this city than a Paris picnic. … Read more
I walked in to La Grand Épicerie de Paris ready to hate it. Not mild irritation or a polite shake of the head. Full chef-mode disdain. I wanted to rip it apart—aisle by overpriced aisle—exposing it as the bougie food theme park I was certain it had become. And honestly? It is.But it’s also kind … Read more
Paris is a feast, but not all meals are worth your appetite. Tourists get fed a curated Disneyland version of the city—overpriced croissants, questionable bistros, and queues longer than your patience. If you want to experience Paris like a local, you need the right intel. That’s where this Paris Google Map comes in. Handpicked by … Read more
All the Parisians I’ve spoken too are leaving town during the Paris Olympics, leaving behind the city of love for the army’s of sports fans, champagne quaffing VIPs and hard working olympic volunteers & athletes. The tourist traps, scams and disneyfication of Paris is in full flow, prices have been boosted and quality of life … Read more
Embark on a culinary adventure through Marseille, a city where ancient mariners’ tales entwine with the zest of modern Provence. Our self-guided food tour of Marseille is more than a mere promenade; it’s an adventure taking you from the grandeur of French empirical beauty at the Vieux Port to the spirited alleyways where multicultural Marseille … Read more
Think you know Parisian food? Think again. If you’ve ever settled for a sad supermarket baguette or been duped by a tourist-trap bistro, it’s time for a proper culinary awakening. Join me on a Paris walking food tour where I’ll peel back the layers of the city’s vibrant food scene—one market stall, bakery, and hidden … Read more
Ready to ditch the tourist traps and dive into Paris’ authentic foodie scene? Learn how to craft your own self-guided food tour with my top picks and the exclusive tools we’ve created just for you. We know not everyone needs a food tour guide like us! If you are still thinking about booking a food … Read more