For the past few years I have taken a ton of business trips. And because the nature of these trips has been mostly networking conferences, they are located at must-visit cities at pretty swanky hotels and resorts. And being a travel lover, this has been a fab perk of the job. So when you fly… Continue reading One And Done, December 15th
Category: Paris Fave
Pre-Paris 4.0, October 27th
They said the third time is a charm but I'm here to tell you that all trips to Paris beyond your third visit are also exceptional. I swear the soup of the day in Paris must literally be champagne! I heard the quote, "The Beef Bourguignon tastes like the cows have been drinking good red… Continue reading Pre-Paris 4.0, October 27th
Mad Hatter, September 29th
When I was growing up I loved ice skating. We used to go every single weekend, sometimes both days to Low Tor Ice Rink in Garnerville, New York. My Mom's only rule about letting us skate was that we had to wear a hat. And I so loathed hats then because they were annoying and… Continue reading Mad Hatter, September 29th
Like Buttah, June 18th
Have you noticed an uptick in bread and butter on menus as an item to order and not just a gimmie or a freebie taking the shape of a flimsy woven basket containing twothree slices of stale bread with a sloppy sidecar ramekin of no name, no taste, no salt butter thrown on your table… Continue reading Like Buttah, June 18th
Spring In Paris Part Two, June 11th
So you read all the pre-chatter about the spring jaunt to Paris on the blog this past Monday... but here are the fun details you've been waiting for that describe my memorable week. Instead of taking the latest night flight possible like we do in the fall hoping to get some shuteye, we opted for… Continue reading Spring In Paris Part Two, June 11th
Spring In Paris, June 9th
For me there is something exceptionally dreamy about Paris. I think the idea was planted after my parents' first trip there. When they came home, my Mother was just so taken by the experience that each time she even whispered the word "Pahhhrisss" it was a breathy sigh, her eyes were closed and her hand… Continue reading Spring In Paris, June 9th
Fashion Quest, March 19th
I read a great article about keeping your closet tight. For every item that enters, one must go. Sort of a vigilant way to keep order for sure. Another great tip but easier to follow is if you really love something, take a photo of it. Sometimes you want the memory and not necessarily the… Continue reading Fashion Quest, March 19th
Scarfing Down Paris, March 12th
I have always been a scarf person. I grew up with a Mom who taught me that scarves are like jewelry-- they can be just as expensive, instantly elevate any outfit, and no matter how much you weigh, they always fit. Plus they make a fashion statement and are not just used for cold weather… Continue reading Scarfing Down Paris, March 12th
Taking The Fifth, March 5th
Never one to gatekeep a good idea, travel tip, beauty ritual, swoon worthy item or delectable snack, I wanted to share with you two of my favorite places in Paris. I know you know this, but the city is huge! It's laid out like a snail shell in sections that spiral out from the middle… Continue reading Taking The Fifth, March 5th
Happy Feet, February 24th
My Dad always says that no matter how you spend your money, you should always invest in comfortable shoes. Sage advice. My Mom always says that your shoes can totally make an outfit. Also genius input. So imagine finding a pair of shoes that meets both parental units' requirements in stunning style. May I introduce… Continue reading Happy Feet, February 24th
SnackTime With Jen— Paris Treats With Phyllis, February 19th
Never one to gatekeep a good idea, travel tip, beauty ritual, swoon worthy item or delectable dessert, I had a wonderfully nourishing experience witnessing people close to me have a momentary taste of heaven (at my suggestion of course) that I hope they remember forever because I know I certainly will. My dear friend Phyllis… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Paris Treats With Phyllis, February 19th
SnackTime With Jen— Paris Treats With Nick, February 12th
Never one to gatekeep a good idea, travel tip, beauty ritual, swoon worthy item or delectable dessert, I had a wonderfully nourishing experience witnessing people close to me have a momentary taste of heaven (at my suggestion of course) that I hope they remember forever because I know I certainly will. I was so fortunate… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Paris Treats With Nick, February 12th
Paris 101: Shopping Local Faves, February 5th
Paris is an incredible city especially for shopping. On every street, rue and boulevard is usually something fabulous to eat, marvel and of course to buy. Being a shopper in Paris is a dream come true, regardless of your budget. In Paris you have the Five Major department stores, a litany of famous Designer Boutiques,… Continue reading Paris 101: Shopping Local Faves, February 5th
Paris 101: Shopping The Majors, January 29th
Paris is an incredible city especially for shopping. Last year I had a friend stay with me for a few days and when we were discussing her upcoming visit, I wasn't convinced that she was coming only to see me. The lure of buying Chanel in its native land captured her heart... and later her… Continue reading Paris 101: Shopping The Majors, January 29th
French Grocery Haul, January 22nd
The quest to bring home goodies from Paris was an exhaustive one this year. With so many fancy grocery stores, famous epiceries, and a wish list a mile long, the hunt for tasty treats was a terrific part of almost every mouthwatering day. Of course I had to do local food shopping for the flat,… Continue reading French Grocery Haul, January 22nd
SnackTime With Jen— A Week In Paris With The Mothership, January 15th
Never one to gatekeep a good idea, travel tip, beauty ritual, swoon worthy item or delectable dessert, I had a wonderfully nourishing experience witnessing my Mom have an extraordinary trip that I'm sure she will remember forever because I know I certainly will. Of course it was amazing for me too! The Mothership was scheduled… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— A Week In Paris With The Mothership, January 15th
Ready Set Go, January 8th
About twenty years ago my Mom bought a fabulous coat at a small independently owned clothing store in Northern New Jersey called Hamrah's owned by the Hamrah sisters. Hamrah's was known for trendy designer labels, fancy party dresses, upscale staples, and even a few imports directly from France. The family had great taste, and so… Continue reading Ready Set Go, January 8th
Derailed, December 31st
Le Train Bleu is a famous and opulent restaurant located inside the Gare de Lyon train station in Paris. "Opened in 1901, it was originally designed to impress travelers heading to the south of France. The restaurant is known for its Belle Époque decor, with grand chandeliers, beautiful murals, and ornate ceilings that transport diners… Continue reading Derailed, December 31st
Snacking, December 23rd
In France, an afternoon snack is called le goûter, pronounced "goo-tay." It's a traditional treat for children and is usually eaten around 4 PM. Le goûter is a cherished part of French culture and was institutionalized in schools there in 1941. Since the French eat dinner around 8pm or later, this late day morsel doesn't ruin… Continue reading Snacking, December 23rd
SnackTime With Jen— Paris Neighborhood Nosh, November 6th
For Season Three of Jen and Michael Spend A Month In Paris, we immediately jumped right into action. This was a new apartment, but we knew the area pretty well already since the last two years we lived just ten blocks south in the Marais. Thrilled to be just a hop skip away from one… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Paris Neighborhood Nosh, November 6th
Feeling Bleu, November 4th
Hi, my name is Jen and I'm a fashion addict. There. I said what I said. I'm letting you into the mind of an obsessed shopper so save your judgements, s'il vous plaît. Why do I fall in love so quickly with shoes, coats, jewels, handbags, button downs, glitter, and sparkles? Like heart racingly enthusiastic,… Continue reading Feeling Bleu, November 4th
Blades Of Glory, October 8th
This might sound absolutely crazy but I love knives. This has been a relatively new fascination over the last couple of years but I’m low key obsessed with those suckers. It started a few years ago when I stumbled across a super cheap tomato knife I found in a small housewares shop in Paris called… Continue reading Blades Of Glory, October 8th
Packing Up, September 30th
The challenge every year for a month long trip abroad is NOT to overpack. Yes, friends it's Paris packing season once again. And I say season because it takes such a long time for me to make decisions. Knowing we have a washer in the flat is a great help. (Sadly no dryer this year… Continue reading Packing Up, September 30th
Planning For Paris, August 26th
Although we are about to embark on our third month-long trip to Paris this fall, Michael and I just can't get enough of our favorite city. I think we have the whole workcation down to a science now, knowing exactly how much time we have to play each day until the hour strikes 3pm and… Continue reading Planning For Paris, August 26th
Spud Inclusive, March 13th
I am a huge fan of potatoes. In all forms. At any meal. At all hours of the day or evening. And when I meet a fellow potato lover, I always seem to find a true connection. You might even say it's deep rooted. Ha! But seriously... what is it about those carby cubes, Hasselback… Continue reading Spud Inclusive, March 13th
SnackTime With Jen— Cedric The Entertainer, December 13th
Welcome to my newest feature, SnackTime With Jen. This midweek morsel is a small taste of something fun. Topics range from food (of course) to fashion, amusing little discoveries both locally and abroad, and a variety of interesting intel too tempting not to share. So let's get snacking... The last time I was in Paris… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Cedric The Entertainer, December 13th
SnackTime With Jen— Rising To The Occasion, December 5th
Welcome to my newest feature, SnackTime With Jen. This midweek morsel is a small taste of something fun. Topics range from food (of course) to fashion, amusing little discoveries both locally and abroad, and a variety of interesting intel too tempting not to share. So let's get snacking... I was dying to try the well-known… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Rising To The Occasion, December 5th
SnackTime With Jen— Don’t Mind If I ‘Due, November 29th
Welcome to my newest feature, SnackTime With Jen. This midweek morsel is a small taste of something fun. Topics range from food (of course) to fashion, amusing little discoveries both locally and abroad, and a variety of interesting intel too tempting not to share. So let's get snacking... When I was in high school, my… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Don’t Mind If I ‘Due, November 29th
Seine’d Off, November 25th
For me, the best thing to come out of the pandemic has been the work from home allowance. Were it not for this flexibility, Michael and I would not have been able to visit Paris for a whole entire month while still working as if we had never left Eastern Standard Time. During our bakeryfest,… Continue reading Seine’d Off, November 25th
SnackTime With Jen— Choux Shopping, November 22nd
Welcome to my newest feature, SnackTime With Jen. This midweek morsel is a small taste of something fun. Topics range from food (of course) to fashion, amusing little discoveries both locally and abroad, and a variety of interesting intel too tempting not to share. So let's get snacking... There is a tiny sign out front… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Choux Shopping, November 22nd
SnackTime With Jen— Where’s The Beef? November 15th
Welcome to my newest feature, SnackTime With Jen. This midweek morsel is a small taste of something fun. Topics range from food (of course) to fashion, amusing little discoveries both locally and abroad, and a variety of interesting intel too tempting not to share. So let's get snacking... Most Americans are familiar with the dish… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Where’s The Beef? November 15th
SnackTime With Jen— A Little Taste of Hévin, November 8th
Welcome to my newest feature, SnackTime With Jen. This midweek morsel is a small taste of something fun. Topics range from food (of course) to fashion, amusing little discoveries both locally and abroad, and a variety of interesting intel too tempting not to share. So let's get snacking... Jean-Paul Hévin, the newly decorated winner of… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— A Little Taste of Hévin, November 8th
SnackTime With Jen— Let Them Eat Carrot Cake, November 1st
Welcome to my newest feature, SnackTime With Jen. This midweek morsel is a small taste of something fun. Topics range from food (of course) to fashion, amusing little discoveries both locally and abroad, and a variety of interesting intel too tempting not to share. So let's get snacking... "Let them eat cake" is the traditional… Continue reading SnackTime With Jen— Let Them Eat Carrot Cake, November 1st
An American Girl In Paris (Part Trois)—The Third Chapter Where I Spill The Thé! December 16th
So here's the post you've all been waiting for-- the takeaways, the good stuff, the insider info, the dish, the tea, the 411 on all things Paris. As you know by now, Michael and I spent a glorious time in The City of Light in a great apartment where we lived and worked for an… Continue reading An American Girl In Paris (Part Trois)—The Third Chapter Where I Spill The Thé! December 16th
An American Girl In Paris (Part Deux)—What We Did For A Whole Month, December 14th
If you're just tuning in, my BF Michael and I just spent a thrilling one-month workcation in the fabulous city of Paris. This is the second installment of three that details our trip. This post is all about how we spent our time. But first a little geography… You might be aware that Paris is… Continue reading An American Girl In Paris (Part Deux)—What We Did For A Whole Month, December 14th
An American Girl In Paris (Part Une)—Trip Prep And “Moving” In! December 12th
Going on a big trip with a loved one can cause a lot of stress. To alleviate some of that, I prepped months in advance for my Parisian adventure with Michael. It's important to note here that although he and I have been an item for two and a half years (yay us!) we don't… Continue reading An American Girl In Paris (Part Une)—Trip Prep And “Moving” In! December 12th
Homecoming, December 5th
As absolutely magical, wonderful, and amazing as world travel is nothing beats returning home after a long trip. My month in Paris with Michael was a truly spectacular adventure filled with insanely delicious food, gorgeous views and sights, way too much shopping, cultural nirvana, supreme happiness, so many pictures, a zillion laughs, and thrilling and… Continue reading Homecoming, December 5th
Defloured, November 30th
It's no secret that the big Paris trip I'd been planning had been looming (in a good way!) for months. One particular experience that I was really looking forward to was a baking class focused on the mastery of two French pastry staples. I am of course talking about the classic croissant as well as… Continue reading Defloured, November 30th
Oui, Chef! November 28th
Julia Child has been an idol of mine for quite some time. (Remember I got both volumes of her Mastering The Art Of French Cooking bibles as a birthday gift this year? Score!) Well if you didn't know, Julia was classically trained at the famed Paris academy, Le Cordon Bleu. So Michael and I thought… Continue reading Oui, Chef! November 28th
Au Revoir, September 9th
In the two plus years that Michael and I have been a couple, we've traveled a bunch. He's accompanied me on work trips to California, Arizona, and Florida, and together we have vacationed Upstate, Down the Shore, and Out East. We've always made the most of our travel and maximized the experience at each destination.… Continue reading Au Revoir, September 9th
Anticipation, September 6th
Anyone my age or older can't possibly forget the grueling Heinz ketchup commercial "Anticipation." If you're too young to remember, it was a close up shot of a bottle of Heinz ketchup being poured painstakingly slowly. And in the background, Carly Simon crooned her famous hit, Anticipation. "Anticipation, anticipation. Is makin' me late. Is keepin'… Continue reading Anticipation, September 6th
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