There's no greater way to feel like a true Parisian than spending the day wandering through any of its dozens of street markets. It's also the best way to find a wide variety of uniquely French gifts–from antique books and botanical prints to flea market finds and household goods–not to mention legendary cheeses, produce, and bounty of the French countryside. Also included are tips, translations of important phrases, and pointers on what to look for so that the visitor will be able to make the most of this exhilarating and fun French experience.
by Jamie Cahill (2007)
In the pages of The Patisseries of Paris, you'll find the most enticing sweets in Paris. You'll discover what time of day Parisians in the know get items as they come out of the oven; the museums with the most stylish cafes. This is the essential guide for anyone who wants to experience French culture, bite by delicious bite.
by Olivier Magny (2011)
A tongue-in-cheek guide to blending in with the Parisians. Magny offers a series of witty articles describing what truly makes life in the City of Lights so unique. Learn how to blend in with numerous tips including carry the newspaper Le Monde under your arm and always ordering a San Pellegrino.
The Most Beautiful Walk in the World: A Pedestrian in Paris
by John Baxter (2011)
Paris, Paris : Journey into the City of Light
by David Downie (2011)
by John Baxter (2011)
In this breathtaking memoir-cum-walking guide acclaimed author and long time Paris resident John Baxter recounts his yearlong foray of giving "literary walking tours" throughout the city. Visit the favourite cafés of Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and Joyce; explore Picasso's Montmartre haunts; the gardens in "Little Luxembourg" cherished by Gertrude Stein; alley ways where revolutionaries plotted; and modern day wonders close to the author's heart.
by David Downie (2011)
In 1986 author David Downie bought a one way ticket from San Francisco to Paris, his head full of romantic notions. After 25 years in the City of Lights Downie offers this irreverent, witty collection of thirty-one short prose sketches of the people, places and daily life that make up the Paris he knows and loves.
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