The Perfumist of Paris, the final book in the Jaipur trilogy by author Alka Joshi, takes us to Paris where perfumer Radha has been given the commission to create her first perfume all while dealing with the demands of her…
The Paris Deception with Author Bryn Turnbull
Author Bryn Turnbull masterfully transports us to WWII Paris, where Sophie joins real-life character Rose Valland at the Jeu de Paume which has been taken over by the ERR (who have stolen art from Jewish families). Sophie must put the…
Everything I Read This Month | April 2023
This month was a busy one, so while I intended to finish four books this month, I only made it through three and got started on the fourth. This month we traveled to 1970s Paris and India in The Perfumist…
French Blooms with Author Sandra Sigman
In early 2020, I first shared an interview with Sandra Sigman, a floral designer and the owner of Andover-based floral and french housewares shop, Les Fleurs. In the interview, she shared about her love of Paris, floral design, and some…
Manonboudoir Exhibition Arrives at the Hotel Caron de Beaumarchais
Back in 2020, I had the pleasure of interviewing Julie of Manonboudior, and I’m so excited to announce that she will be featured in her first Parisian exhibition at the Hotel Caron de Beaumarchais in the heart of the Marais, just…
Sacred Paris with Author Susan Cahill
If you love all things Paris, there is a beautiful new book from Susan Cahill, the author of The Hidden Gardens of Paris and The Streets of Paris. In her latest book, Susan pairs up with photographer Marion Ranoux again…
The Ballerinas with Author Rachel Kapelke-Dale
Rachel Kapelke-Dale’s debut novel was released earlier this month, and if you love books set in Paris that revolve around lifelong friendships and a secret that will have you racing through the chapters to find out, The Ballerinas could be just…
Paris Never Leaves You with Author Ellen Feldman
If you’re looking for a new book to add to you reading list, Paris Never Leaves You could be just what you’re looking for. The goes between WWII France where we meet Charlotte Foret who works at a bookshop in…
Elise Dumas the Paris based Lifestyle Photographer aka The Pineapple Chef
Today I’m introducing Elise Dumas, a Paris based food and lifestyle photographer also known as The Pineapple Chef. I recently had the opportunity to see a Instagram LIVE that Elise did with Sharon Santoni (My French Country Home) where they…
From Tiffany & Co to Louis Vuitton with Fashion Illustrator Kerrie Hess
Brisbane based artist, Kerrie Hess has illustrated for some of the most well known brands and fashion houses from Tiffany & Co to Louis Vuitton. Before returning to her native Australia and settling down in Brisbane with her family, Kerrie…
Inside ‘The Little(r) Museums of Paris’ with Emma Jacobs
While many travel books and tours give visitors to Paris the highlight reel of sites such as the Louvre, Musee d’Orsay, or Eiffel Tower, The Little(r) Museums of Paris gives readers an illustrated look at some of the cities smaller museums…
Inside ‘Paris in Bloom’ with Author & Photographer Georgianna Lane
Ever since I first saw the cover of Georgianna Lane’s book Paris in Bloom when it was first released back in 2017, I was instantly enchanted. It’s been on my bedside table ever since (along with my books on Chanel)…
