I submitted my graduate school application to study in Paris around the same time as I adopted a dog back home in California. The timing was intentional, of course. I had naive daydreams of sitting outside at a sunny café in a striped shirt and ballet flats, sipping a glass of wine with my dog, Lucas, people-watching with me from the seat next to mine. Let me just mention that, although it worked out for me in the end, I would not recommend this kind of logic. The hassle of the dog’s paperwork (on top of mine), the stress and cost of his place on my flight and the limitations he imposed on the ..read more

If you’ve always hoped to own a pied-a-terre in Paris, the good news is you don’t have to be a millionaire to make your dreams come true. With fractional ownership you can spend up to a month every year living in a gorgeous Parisian apartment which you partially own. We have another opportunity for HIP readers to own a piece of Paris. Specifically, a beautiful Marais apartment for sale new on the market, steps from the rue des Rosiers, and near the magnificent Place des Voges. You can relax in your new home-away-from-home for up to four weeks a year. Enjoy afternoon strolls along the bank ..read more

HiP Paris is looking for new interns! Are you a total Francophile who loves the City of Light like we do? Are you living in Paris? Learning French or already fluent? Whether you’re completing your studies at university, job hunting, or an au pair with some spare time up your sleeve, this is the perfect opportunity for you.  Immerse yourself in French and Parisian culture as an Editorial Assistant for HiP Paris. Go behind the scenes and learn the inner workings of running a successful website. Gain experience in writing, content creation, social media, marketing, video creation and/or phot ..read more

What is it about Paris that incites such strong feelings? With the exception of New York, no other city seems to have such an effect on people. Sharing the fact that I live in Paris tends to invite strong opinions. They range from those who have spent a considerable amount of time in France’s capital to those who have never set foot on French soil. People offer their impression on what Paris is, or specifically what the average French person is like. Some of the theories presented are well founded. Such as the acknowledgement that the French love their bread, a trait I admit has rubbed off on ..read more

Have you ever secretly thought of ditching your day job, moving to Paris and starting a business? It might sound like an impossible dream but not for Chicago native Jane Bertch who decided to quit her lucrative banking career and open a cooking school in Paris-the cuisine capital of the world. “What a great idea,” said absolutely no one! Two decades later, however, her creation, La Cuisine Paris is a huge success, attracting visitors from around the world. How did she do it? In her forthcoming memoir, The French Ingredient: Making a Life in Paris, One Lesson at a Time (order by April 8 for a f ..read more

Like the Eiffel Tower, The Louvre Museum is a must for most visitors to Paris. However, as with many of the heavily touristed main attractions around the world, the dining options right nearby can be rather bleak. Luckily a mere few blocks away you can have a delicious meal, whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a restaurant with a Michelin star. Here are some of the best places to eat near the Louvre. Restaurants in the Louvre If hunger strikes while you’re touring the museum, below are some better options than the few takeaway stands in the museum’s foyer and the food court in the Carro ..read more

My high school friend, Ginger, was going to the French capital with her husband and asked me for suggestions. They had already planned an outing to the Big Stuff, and had another day in Paris to just wander on their own. Here’s your walk down through the heart of Paris. Through the Marais, over the Seine, and into the 6th arrondissement. Photo by Matthieu OgerFirst, some Paris etiquette. Say Bonjour For every single person (clerk, waiter, person-on-the-street you ask for directions, literally everybody) you encounter, make full eye contact and say Bonjour. This increases your chances of h ..read more

Whether you’re looking for a fun way to brush up on your French language skills, or are simply trying to find your Francophile fix, there is no better way to spend an evening than curling up with an episode (or binge) of your favorite French shows. We’ve rounded up our top picks of must-see French comedy and drama, available to stream in the United States on our favorite French streaming service France Channel. And as a special treat we have another free screening for you + one month’s free access to the service and 30% off an annual subscription. Read on to find out more. 11 French TV Series ..read more

Like most tourist sites in Paris (and around the world), the restaurants near the Eiffel Tower are some of the worst quality and value in the whole city. But you don’t have to end up at a tourist trap when visiting the Iron Lady. If you venture a few blocks away, there are loads of good places. From neighborhood bistros to cutting-edge contemporary cuisine to Michelin stars, here is a selection of the best restaurants near the Eiffel Tower, selected for you by a long-time local so you can avoid all the tourist traps. Gautier SallesRestaurants Inside the Eiffel Tower Le Jules Verne Situated in ..read more

Sometimes, I’m still intimidated by Paris. If the city were a person, it would probably be your elegant-but-somewhat-terrifying grandmother. She’ll help you become more refined, but might also scare the heck out of you in the process. This is especially true at mealtime, and when dining out in Paris, you’ll notice there’s an unspoken code that helps to keep order. If you haven’t quite cracked it yet, don’t be dismayed. Here are some restaurant dining rules to help you fit in with the locals. Top photo by Camille Brodard; above photo by Luis CortésSeating At many cafes and brasseries, seating i ..read more