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I am looking forward to Saturday and seeing you living in splendor in the Richebourg. Please have the champagne iced....
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And what would your preference be, white or pink?? The Taittinger pink was 28 euros per glass and the white only 23 at the Crillon on Sunday! I had the pink, seeing it was complimentary!!
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We all need friends like you, gracejoan!! Champagne awaiting...will there be some caviar as well??? Still enjoying your trip vicariously...thanks for taking time each day to post!
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Yes, having a friend like Joan is great! I am jealous of you Weekender! She was a great host when I went to Paris last October. What a nice bottle of red we had at the apartment followed by more red later that night at Valdo's. Or was it Kir Royales? Can you recall, Joan?. I wish I was there right now. It is CRAZY how often I think about Paris...enjoy the pics again!
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Roberta:
Joan and I will toast you on Saturday! We are having a drink at her fancy new digs and then going to Fables for lunch. Thanks for reposting those pictures. I remember you kept Joan up til all hours the night before she left to fly home. We went to Valdo's in December as well. a bientot, Weekender |
We will be arriving in Paris on Monday May 5th and wondering what the weather will be....cool or warm? We will be staying in the 7th also but on the other side of Champ de Mars. is it a long walk over to one of Constant's restaurants on Rue Dominique?
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Let me tell you, Weekender, Joan doesn't need arm twisting. We showed up at Valdo's pretty late & figured Joan wouldn't be there due to to the hour & her departure the next day. Before we were done with our first drink, Joan called the restaurant to see if we were there. She came over in no time flat. She's got more energy than all of us...
Perhaps we'll all meet up one day at Valdo's! -Roberta |
Cornelius,
The weather map shows nice weather for next week. Pull up one of them and take a look. If you are in the 7th and across the Champ de Mars, you are very close to being in the 15th. The divider is Ave. Suffren. But to answer your question, it is an easy walk. You can also pull up Mapp.com and enter both addresses and get your walking map and distance. We may pass one another on the streets of the 7th, or may be dining at a Constant at the same time. Wnjoy your trip.. a bientot, Joan |
I went to a simple place that I had thought they might have been gone.Chez Pierrot. They were closed with windows all covered when I was here in Dec. I found out that they had an electrical fire and were closed for about 6 months.
Good spot. menu: entree/plat or plat/dessert 28.40 I had the creme brulee..I have seen some of the others..huge!! Here are a couple pictures: They are on r. Amelie..one over from r. Cler.email [email protected] http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/j...000_0001-9.jpg http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/j...000_0002-9.jpg My good friends, who live in small hamlet north of Paris, are coming in for a nice visit/dinner today. Fun! a bientot..... Joan |
Roberta,
It was late at Cafe Max! I think all were wilting! I still had to finish packing for my 6:00 pickup! You gals did a lot in a short period of time. Yes, we will think of you when sharing a glass of wine(or two, or more)on Sat. a bientot.... Joan |
Paris1953,
I wouldn't want to spoil lunch by eating too much before..especially when weekender is buying!! The sky is clear and the sun is already shining brightly. Off to breakfast... and must do some shopping for champagne, flowers and whatever! I need champagne for tonight, tomorrow night and Saturday noon! Where did all these people come from!! Sounds like fun in Paris! a bientot.............. Joan |
Joan:
Please go to McDonald's on Saturday morning and have a Big Breakfast.... |
Ha, no way. I wll skip breakfast on Saturday, for sure.
Just so you know, I did my wine shopping and I did buy some Taittinger champagne! I also noticed a landmark for you to note when you have almost arrived at my door is a sign, "Thai massages 15 euros - 15 minutes". High rent district of the 7th, you know! Just had lunch at Cafe Constant. A really good crabmeat and potatoe salad, bread and wine. Does one nedd more? I will post a picture. Just had a call from Jean-Paul and I am spending all day/evening with them next Sat..9th..taking me to Sancerre area..they have some wine shopping to do and we will dine in the evening at some magical place. This is really turning out to be one special trip! Have a good flight and will see you Sat... a bientot.... Joan |
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Joan - that crab & potato salad looks divine! I'll definitely be stopping by Cafe Constant at least once since my rental apartment is not far from there. What is that dish called - salade de crabe et pomme de terre? I want to look for it on the menu! :)
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Gracejoan, that crab salad makes the tuna salad I just had seem like...well, crapfish! I am taking note of all of your restaurant and menu choices for our September trip. Keep posting pictures! I know it takes a lot of time but you are keeping us all happy...
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Went to Le Florimond for dinner. Laurent said they have been packed all week. He was very grateful that I had called after hearing from Jean-Paul and Martine that would not be coming in.
I forgot to take a picture of my foie gras..but you have seen some other good ones. My lain was excellent and Lilia, guess what for dessert? This was big enough for 4!! http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/j..._0001_00-4.jpg http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/j...00_0002-10.jpg I wasn't sure if it would get chilly, so carried a light coat. It was still beautiful when I walked home. I told Laurent that I would see him before I leave in 2 weeks. sherhatfield...it was probably something like that. I think hyou will be able to recognize it. Only 11 euros. Plenty for me, if going out for dinner. a bientot... Joan |
i have been craving for good crab salad eversince Paul took it off the menu here in Dubai!
was so sad when I came back from my home trip after 2 months that the dish disappeared. many restaurants here use mock crab meat, i prefer the fresh stuff, shredded....slurpz! |
Joan,
I have been enjoying reading about your adventures! I have had to redirect my travel plans from San Miguel, Mexico to Paris (should have planned for Paris from the beginning but was trying to do something different. I am like a homing pigeon when it comes to Paris, somehow I always end up back in France! ha!) and am now trying to plan a trip in two weeks time! I will be there on the 17th. Unfortunately, I will just miss you but have been so grateful for your recommendations. I am trying to make reservations with Paris Perfect based on your rec. Hoping something will come through! If it doesn't work out with them, are there any other apartment agencies that you could recommend? I usually stay in hotels but would love to go the apartment route this time! a bientot, Kimberly |
Hello Joan, thank you for the photograph of the millefeuille, I'm going to send my sister a link to it - she ate the millefeuille when we were at Le Florimond earlier this month and just loved it. I could smell the vanilla all the way across the table...ahhh.
Did you eat it all? She did! And she is a tiny woman...about 6 inches shorter than her giant sister (me). Of course they were crowded as it is such a marvelous place! Thanks for the memory. I smiled widely when I opened that photo. Debra |
Hello Joan, I am enjoying your reports every day. It puts me in the mood for our arrival on Tuesday.
I read that you went wine and champagne shopping and wondering where do you go for that as champagne is our drink of choice when in Paris. thanks |
Bonjour Joan,
Your reports are so lovely and inspiring. I was researching PP and came across your recommendations and we are booking with them for late May. I will return my hundred dollars worth of guidebooks and print out your reports instead-this is all one could need! :) BTW: have you ever been in PP Syrah? Is Le train bleu worth eating in or is it all about the decor? Merci Beaucoup for all the information and Paris charm. -Marie |
bleuzebu: I have eaten at Le Train Bleu. I thought the food was quite good and of course, as you are aware, the decor is gorgeous. If there weren't so many great restaurants in Paris for me to explore yet, I would consider eating there again.
Thanks for the fabulous food pictures Joan. I am getting so hungry for those beautiful plates of French food. |
The train bleu has improved from previous years.
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I just looked at their website. Gorgeous!!!
Is there a bar? Could we go in for just a glass of wine and maybe split an appetizer? Or would that be frowned upon? |
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Yes. I think there is a bar where you can have a drink. However, splitting appetizers in such a fancy place might be frowned upon--even at the bar. I am not an expert though in these things so someone else should feel free to give their thoughts.
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Thank you for tips on Le Train Bleu. I have it on my "must see" list as I go a bit mad for interior design in that period. Paris will be heaven for me no doubt.
Joans extensive food imagery already has us drooling on the keyboard, perhaps we should bring a size larger in pants to leave room for the weight we will gain! LOL! Speaking of...can anyone confirm that jeans are ok dans Paris? |
Thank you, mimi & ILWParis. I think drinks will be the plan, and then we 'll see how we feel. And how much money we have left!
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Back again Joan, thanks again for the photo of the millefeuille at Le Florimonde -my sister Pam sent the following email after I sent her the link to your photo:
Deb, I had to laugh!!! You just brought back some fabulous memories for me, I LOVED that dessert and I LOVED that restaurant and I LOVED getting kissed on both cheeks by a Frenchman! I miss Paris and I miss spending time with you and again, a million times thank you!!!! Pam P.S. I knew I should have taken a photo of the food!!!! We had a huge debate over whether it was ok for her to take photos of the food that evening - I said no - she had a camera in her hand almost constantly so I asked for a photo-free night! Thanks again for taking the time to post. I also just saw your post about the restaurant on rue Amelie - that's where we stayed! Can't believe we walked right by that one. You need to write a guide to that neighborhood! Debra |
I had dinner at Le Train Bleu on Monday evening. I had white asparagus to begin and cod with lots of great vegetables for my main course, and one of my favorites for dessert, Oeufs a la Neige. It's a lovely place to go for a special meal.
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A lot of overnight activity. I will see where to begin!
The crab salad was a "starter" per CC menu wording. You can always order only starters or whatever. Mobileoneforfun: You have probably heard from PP by now. If they are filled for your time, I like www.parisvacationapartments.com Nice couple. Only thing is that tey don't have anything in the area that I prefer to stay in! dlejhunt: No way could I eat all of that! I was almost embarrassed when they put it in front of me! cornelius01: I just went down to r. Cler. A couple good shops there for wine. bleuzebu: The Syrah is a cute apartment. The balcony is a real plus. Not that common. You can do some r. Cler people watching! Don't worry about noise for sleeping. The toilet location is good if the living room sleeping area is being used. Train Bleu has been responded to by many. It has been a few years since I was there. Others have said the food has improved. Re jeans in Paris. I wear them most of the time. I buy the Ralph Lauren (when on sale)or Hilfiger etc. in the dark colors. Put a nice jacket or top with them, add a scarf and voila, you look fine. Obviously, I do not wear them to fine dining places. Looks like another gorgeous day..blue sky and the sun is shining across the beautiful buildings of Paris! http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/j...00_0001-11.jpg http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/j...00_0002-11.jpg elsiejune: you will have the same views from Pinot. a bientot.... Joan |
Hi Joan, Love the shots of apartments. They capture nicely a sense of Paris.
DH and I had lunch at Train Bleu in September. We had to wait in lounge for table and as we sat and drank and chatted, a cat walked by. Certainly gave us a giggle! We gave the food a B+ and were glad we had lunch there rather than dinner as it was close to 100 euros. Beautiful surroundings, great service. And, maitre d' treated us as royals, not the jean-clad, luggage toting tourists we were. Enjoying your running report! |
No lunch today. Just stopped and bought an ice cream cone. Going out to dinner, l'Ami Jean. Will take pictures.
I did take this picture of these doors on Grenelle: http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/j...e/100_0181.jpg The weather is perfect!! a bientot... Joan |
There are hundreds of things I love about Paris. One of those is most certainly the fantastic doors! Thanks Joan. I really enjoyed seeing those doors.
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I glad to hear you will try chez jean again before you said you and Jim were not impressed.
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Thank you, Joan, for the link to the paris vacation apartments website. The apartments look absolutely stunning! But alas, they are completely booked as well. Have you (or anyone on this thread) ever dealt with Paris be a part of it all rentals? Apart from the cheesy name, they seem to be legitimate and still have some availability. I don't get the well cared for feeling from them as I do from PP, but I am down to the wire now and must find something!
Any thoughts would be gratefully appreciated!! Kimberly |
Mobile1: You may want to consider www.vacationinparis.com
You can find out availability for your dates for their properties with one inquiry/phone call. |
The good places do fill early. As soon as people leave from current trip and arrive home they have post Paris depression. They quickly help this by making their reservations and plans for next trip.
I have my fall grip Nov 2nd to Dec 14 all set. I am now looing at Spring of 2010. Pictures of tonight and report to follow in morning... a bientot... Josn |
Joan, I loved those doors with the lizard on them, they were right at the end of our street (rue Amelie). Going to send that link along to my sister, as well.
It's like we're neighbors, sort of - we just live in "our" neighborhood at different times. Debra |
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