Marking history

Oar-shaped historical markers throughout the city harken to the Parisii, a Celtic tribe who settled on the banks of the Seine 3rd century BC.

Friends in high places

A favorite Montmartre meetup spot with views of the city and Eiffel Tower.

Terrass Hotel
12-14 rue Joseph de Maistre 75018

Street couture

Springtime in Paris means going through closets and putting together outfits.
 

You might be surprised at what you'll find....

Comfort sandwich

No matter how much great eating there is in Paris - and having written up many of the city's best restaurants over the years - I find myself always returning to my old standby, the simple baguette jambon beurre.

Above: ready to share an early light lunch on a perfect day on the terrace of Carette, Place du Trocadéro

Op eye

Below: more from the exhibition

 

(click to enlarge)

Victor Vasarely

 Budapest-born visionary who strove to "psychically feel and comprehend this world."

Ends May 6, 2019

 

Centre Georges-Pompidou

Place Georges-Pompidou 75004

Eyeful

A view that changes with the seasons.

Double door

A door in the Marais as seen from a double door across the street. Who lived there?