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In the steps of Marie-Antoinette

It is the oldest chocolate supplier in Paris. Operating since 1761, Queen Marie-Antoinette was a regular for her chocolate pralines and other sweet specialties and God knows she had a sweet tooth! This year again, A la mère de famille is still listed among the 10 best chocolatiers in town. On top of their fabulous…
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Re-opening

After a short intermission for a deserved renovation, the famous restaurant Le Train Bleu, in Paris Gare de Lyon station  has just re-opened today. This buffet opened during the world fair of 1900 to welcome the many visitors arriving from the south east of France  with the P.L.M railway company (Paris-Lyon-Mediterranée) as a symbol of…
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The center of the world

An invitation to jump back in time with this wonderful exhibition taking place in one of the symbols of the « Belle Epoque » in Paris, le Petit Palais. Facing the « grand » one, this jewel of the 1900’s hosts a selection of paintings, sculptures, documents, furniture, jewels, photographies and movies celebrating the leadership of Paris and France…
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