In the Mood For a Bohemian Inspired Weekend in Paris?
If you’re in the mood for a bohemian inspired weekend in Paris, then join us as we experience bohemian rhapsody in Montmartre, meet the designer behind the daybed of your dreams, enjoy a festive meal with two French chefs, learn how to craft Parisian cocktails, see how to style an autumn attitude, taste one of France’s most coveted food fantasies and more.
Experience Bohemian Rhapsody at Hotel Monsieur Aristide in Montmartre
Nothing says bohemian like the brand new Hotel Monsieur Aristide in Montmartre. Designed by Marion Collard, this charming boutique hotel welcomes artists, musicians, voyagers and locals alike with its friendly thrift store decor.
Hidden on one of the smallest streets in Paris, the laid back atmosphere of the hotel truly says ‘home away from home’. Designed around a central interior courtyard, with a bucolic garden that adds to the bohemian vibe, Hotel Monsieur Aristide offers an authentic view of the past while remaining firmly in the present.
wwww.monsieuraristide.com
Meet the Designer Behind the
Daybed of Your Dreams
Interior designer Bérengère Leroy traded in her bustling life in Paris for a slow living paradise in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Her love of nature and Iberic horses drew her to the heart of Les Alpilles at the doors of La Camargue. From there she founded her design showroom in 2014, along with her very own workshops, where she designs and creates custom-made fabrics and furnishings for a select clientèle.
Luxurious fabrics are at the heart of Bérengère Leroy’s creations, delicately pairing high quality stonewashed linens with plush velvets, burlap and cotton chenille. An icon of bohemian chic, her magnificent range of designs, coulars and textures illustrate the spirit of La Haute Couture.
www.berengereleroy.fr
EnjoyA Festive Meal with Two
French Chefs at Polichinelle
Polichinelle is the promise of a creatively crafted seasonal meal imagined by Steve Burggraf and Christophe Michalak. Exclusively vegetarian, this imaginative buffet is always festive and perfect for showing off their ecologically conscious ways. Local produce is grown in the rooftop garden and then carefully transformed into savory seasonal fare.
The decor is chic yet simple in subtle shades of brown and gold. Reserve now to test the fabulous Smoked Goat Cheese Cheesecake with Pumpkin and Hazelnuts, the Vegetable Tempura or the Sweet Potato Humous with Bulgar Salad. On the sweet side, the Paris Brest Cream Puffs are a must while the Gluten Free Crumble Cake is for the taking.
wwww.polichinelle-restaurant.com
Learn How to Craft Parisian
Cocktails with Drinks & Co
Located in the heart of Paris, this brand new concept store gives Parisians many reasons to cheer. With over 1200 labels to choose from, ranging from champagne and wine to spirits, mixers and cocktails, Drinks & Co has it all. The space includes a sleek and sexy cocktail bar, a tasting room for food & drink pairings, a boutique full of accessories and even a workshop for the Masterclass sessions.
Created in 2020 by Pernod Ricard, Drinks & Co offers an exciting way to brush up on your bartending skills. Conceived in collaboration with designer Olivier Saguez, this inviting space is right on trend with giant floral motifs on the ceiling, warm wooden accents on the floor and bar, and copper piping on the shelves. Stop by for a sip and a few professional tips.
wwww.drinksco.fr
See How to Style an Autumn
Attitude with Sud Express
The look of the week we’re crushing on is an autumn attitude with Sud Express. What could be sexier then wearing a silky floral print dress with a cosy woollen sweater of the same hue. This vibrant combination is casual enough for day when paired with the sweater and a pair of chunky boots. But also sexy enough for night if you take off the sweater and add a pair of high heeled shoes.
Showing here from French retailer, Sud Express, is the Rampage dress – a sexy tunic style dress with a v-shaped collar and belted waist. The My Love sweater is a blended mix of mohair, wool and polyester and adds a touch of texture and warmth to a cool autumn day.
wwww.sudexpress.fr
Bite the Ear of the Beautiful Aurore
Pâté at Maison Vérot
In our foodie fantasy of the week, bite the ear off the beautiful Aurore pâté at Maison Vérot. For a limited time only, La Maison Vérot offers up a taste of L’Oreiller de la Belle Aurore. Made with love for Aurore Récamier, the grand dame of Brillat-Savarin, this magnificent country paté is prepared with only the finest meats, mushrooms and foie gras and is wrapped in a beautiful brown crust.
The famous L’ Oreiller de la Belle Aurore is a seasonal favorite in France and is magnificently interpreted by La Maison Vérot. Charcutier artisanal since 1930, Maison Vérot created the buzz in Paris and New York in the late 70’s with their promotion of their premium products. This foodie fantasy sells out quickly so don’t hesitate or it will be too late.
wwww.maisonverot.fr
Take an Artistic View
with Taschen Books
Nestled among the numerous shops on a tiny street in Saint Germain, Taschen tells a notorious tale. Founded in 1980 in Cologne by Benedikt Taschen, this controversial editor keeps boldly pushing the envelope with beautiful books on a wide range of subjects.
From art and design to cinema and pop-culture, from travel and cooking to fashion and photography, there is something for everyone at Taschen. Our personal pick, a copy of Salvador Dali’s sensational cookbook, « Les Diners de Gala », a surrealist experience blending art, culture and most of all, food. Simply divine.
wwww.taschen.com
Reserve Your Wellness Weekend
with Namastrip Now
Now is the time to think about you. Reserve your wellness weekend in Normandy with Namastrip, the creator of holistic and transformational experiences. Join yoga professor Amy Bossi for a four day detox in Normandie dedicated to improving your overall well being.
The wellness weekend is designed to help heal your body and your mind. Setting your spirit free through a combination of physical, mental and sensorial exercises. Lodging in a beautiful French castle with yoga classes, spiritual and creative workshops and all vegetarian meals included.
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