6 November 2026

Floral Friday

 An autumn terrace.

Above: cafés, bars and restaurants across all 20 arrondissements have been allowed to keep their temporary pop-up street terraces til end of November

5 November 2026

Thankful Thursday

 
 
Café crème bien blanc, fresh orange juice, tartine crumbs, outside on a brisk morning.

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There’s a particular kind of magic in claiming a sunny terrace seat on a cold day. The air bites sharp and clean at cheeks, while the sun still manages to warm shoulders through a coat. The contrast feels almost luxurious. As fingers tighten around the hot cup, you are grateful for the heat against the chill. Steam rises from the coffee, the orange juice glows in the cold light, and every sip is richer for the weather’s quiet defiance. All is well. - BPJ 

 

2 November 2026

Mocha Monday


 Today’s coffee takes a back seat to a croissant with a gym membership.

1 November 2026

All Souls Sunday

 
 
It's La Toussaint, a national holiday, when departed loved ones are remembered.
 
 Above: grave near the family of Charles-Henri Sanson, chief executioner who helmed the guillotine during the French Revolution 

31 October 2026