paris day 4

We ran out of time at Musee d'Osay last time, so we made sure to get there early to fully enjoy the experience this time. Good thing we had a Musee d'Orangeri/ Musee d'Osay pass! We beat the crowd and went straight in! The upstairs section was open this time and there were a lot more to see than there were last year. I got so overwhelmed! As much as I love this museum, I love their restaurant as well! It is soooo beautiful inside. There is no place like this in NY!

I picked up a few art prints for my mom (and for myself) before we left the museum and we headed to St-German area. Out first stop was Sennelier, the historic art supply store, then 7L. We walking on rue Seince and stopped by Cire Trvdon to pick up some candles. I love those big candles with cameos! They are gorgeous! Our last destination today was Mona Lisait and Giber Jeune before going back to our apartment. I love these discount book stores! They kinda remind me of the Strand in NY. It's impossible to leave these shops without buying. A last copy of Kate Moss by Mario Testino was today's find. 

We got to relax a bit before our dinner at Terminus Nord. I'm so glad we made a reservation. I cannot believe how busy it was. That huge restaurant was packed and people kept coming in! Foie Gras, Bouillabaisse, Champagne, Wine, Creme Brulee was all great! It was entertaining to watch all those garçons running around with a huge serving trey. Our night became more memorable when my husband took the Cartier rings out of his pocket. The new ring is shining on my finger now. I seriously couldn't ask more for our 5 year anniversary♥

paris day 3

We ended up sleeping in again this morning not knowing my husband's alarm was set to England time! We quickly got ourselves ready and took metro down to Concord station. Enjoyed a nice stroll through Tuileries park (It was a perfect winter-in-paris walk with naked trees, grey sky and crisp wind ) and arrived at Musee de l'Orangerie.  I like how intimate it feels at this museum even though how extra ordinary their collection is. After a very nice lunch at Le Fumoir, we walked around St-Honore, Opera, and Marais. My feet were hurting by the time we were leaving BHV, so we decided to go home for a relaxing night in but we got lucked out!... because wine shops, cheese shops, delicatessens near our apartment were all closed!  Ok so Here's our plan 2... We went back to Le Restaurant on rue Veron but just like yesterday they didn't seem to be open yet! They are definitely not in hurry here in Paris unlike in NY. Instead of walking down the hill, we decided to walk up to Rue Trois Freres to try Le Proges. I'm so glad we did! Unlucky night turned out to be a great delicious night! The waiter was nice, food was yummy, atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. We wanted to enjoy the night in Montmartre a little longer, so we decided to go visit Sacre-Coeur on our way home. Wow... was it beautiful! Illuminated white basilica and wet cobblestones reflecting street light was breathtaking. Here in Paris, we  had  another beautiful night...

paris day 2

We slept in this morning and started our day with a great brunch at Le Cafe Qui Parle. They have all you can eat buffet filled with the great selections of pastries (Buttery croissant flaky outside and moist inside!), scramble eggs, big salad with hams and cheese, yogurt, fruit, fresh squeezed orange juice and etc. We went there right when they opened at 11am and it was packed by 11:30! After this big amazing brunch, we were all set for the day!

Even though nothing is really open on Sunday in Paris, we decided to just go walk around the city.

We strolled along La Seine and visited a couple of different book stores in Saint- German including the very famous La Hune.

As soon as I came back to our apartment, I soaked my feet in the hot water. Wow was it felt nice after being outside all day! And a baguette and a fruit tart we picked up from Le Grenier a Pain down the street made perfect snack. 

paris day 1

Ahhh it was such a rush when I left NY for Paris yesterday but here I am voila! in Paris! My flight went so smoothly that I didn't wake up until we landed in France  (2 glasses of wine I had before boarding definitely helped). I knew it was gonna be much colder in NY but oh boy oh boy, it was freezing as soon as I reached the jetway!

Managed to get a train ticket without any problems, my next destination was Gare du Nord where my husband was arriving from London by Eurostar. We did this last year as well, but I find it so romantic that your meeting point with your loved one is in Paris train station! After having the best and cheesiest onion gratin soup I've ever had at Terminus Nord and warmed ourselves up (it was freezing cold!) , we headed to our apartment hotel in Montmarte where we will be staying for a week. 

But of course, I couldn't stop myself form taking a special trip to Cartier on the very first day of our trip. 

And tadaaaaa! After being served 2 glasses of Champagne, we left with our new rings. What a way to start our trip! I'm gonna fully enjoy myself next 6 days with wine, cheese, bread, fois gras, and memories that money can't buy as they say on American Express commercial. 

Soupe à L'oignon Gratinée

our apartment hotel

Central Park

Revenge

I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this book "Revenge by Ellen Von Unwerth" on Amazon! When I first learned about this book, it was already out of print. I just saw that there's only 1 left on Amazon now. I guess it wasn't just me who had been hoping this book to be republished!

saturday☆night

So many people out. Crazy busy Saturday night in NYC. Naturally cops are out as well...