Wednesday whimsy

 

 

 

A fairytale portal of twinkling holiday splendor.

 

Treeful Tuesday

 

Quirky courtyard "hotels" offer a bird's eye view.

Mona Monday

Paris Purrrfect: The famous smile finally explained.

 

Life is pain...

 

Literally: pain au chocolat, baguette (demi; tradition; bien cuite...), ficelle, flute, pain aux figues, pain de seigle, pain à l’avoine, pain au maïs, pain de campagne, pain moulé, pain long, pain suédois, pain norvégian, pain nordique, pain croque fruits, pain aux noix, pain de mie, pain aux graines, fougasse (aux lardons, olives, fromage), bretzel (from Alsace), bâtard.... To name a few.

Here's to a "Pain-ful" New Year!

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In France, the iconic baguettes, croissants, and artisanal loaves that fill boulangerie shelves are crafted from wheat flour that remains proudly non-GMO, thanks to strict EU regulations and national opt-outs that effectively prohibit the cultivation of genetically modified wheat or other GMO crops on French soil. No commercial GMO wheat is grown anywhere in Europe, preserving traditional varieties and farming methods passed down through generations. And gluten? In France, it's not just tolerated - it's celebrated. That robust, elastic gluten is the magical backbone behind perfect crusty exteriors and airy mie, delivering the texture and flavor that make French bread world-famous.  - BPJ

Stand-up Saturday

 

 

Bold blocks of color feel like Mondrian... One text at a time.

 

Santa Sunday

 Santa traded in his sleigh for a vélo and was caught red-handed sneaking in some after-dark boutique pit stops before the big night.

 

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Que cette saison des fêtes vous apporte joie, paix, et magie.

May this holiday season bring you joy, peace, and magic.

À bientôt! - BPJ 

 

- FocusOnParis returns after Christmas -

 

 

  

Sit-down Saturday

 

 

A vine-draped terrace where wine flows and time slows.

 

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