Your Parisian Weekend Program

Who said back-to-school season brings the blues? On the contrary, Paris never disappoints when it comes to giving us the smile with inspiring outings that boost our spirits to the max. On the menu this weekend: a Clint Eastwood retrospective with iconic movie bangers, a thrilling jazz concert at La Villette, a stunning exhibition on Chagall’s illustrations, or even a live fashion drawing workshop aboard a boat on the Seine. And since we obviously think of eternal foodies, get ready for the new foodie hotspot that might just become your next HQ…

 

Indulge at the new gourmet spot in the 9th

After working alongside Bruno Doucet, Rémi Lazurowicz has been delighting Rue Marguerite de Rochechouart for years with his bistronomic Comptoir 47, reborn in 2024 as Lazu. Just across the street, he has now opened Comptoir Lazu, the future go-to address for gourmets in the 9th arrondissement (and beyond…). A pocket-sized gem serving flavor-packed plates.

But first, what a setting! We instantly crush on the wild Piet Mondrian light fixture, the vintage Roland Garros poster, and the terrazzo floor that’s totally on trend.

The menu keeps seducing us with heart-stealing dishes at friendly prices: roasted and raw zucchini with stracciatella (€12), beef tataki with pepper jus and ponzu eggplant (€17), ricotta gnudi with salsa verde and bell pepper (€14), or the fresh and original crudo of meagre and apricot with aguachile sauce (€18). Oyster fans will adore Rémi’s signature version topped with apple gel and dill (€9). Our top pick? Save room for the signature LAZU chocolate mousse with Espelette pepper (€9). Bonus: the counter is open non-stop from breakfast to dinner.

Comptoir Lazu, 36 rue Marguerite de Rochechouart, Paris 9th. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 8am–midnight.

 

Catch the free Chagall exhibition

We all know Marc Chagall’s colorful, poetic paintings, but until September 6, the charming Galerie de Buci is showcasing part of the artist’s engraved works. Perfect for art lovers who’ve already seen all of this summer’s exhibitions and are eager for the next!

Over thirty prints and four illustrated volumes are on display in this pretty gallery in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Chagall, whose line is as majestic as his brushstroke, turned to literature—both his own (Mein Leben, his drawn autobiography) and major texts such as La Fontaine’s Fables, Dead Souls by Gogol, or even the Bible, to which he added his own vision. A more intimate yet equally powerful dive into the world of a modern master, and best of all—it’s free!

Chagall Illustrateur, until September 6, 2025, Galerie de Buci, 73 rue de Seine, Paris 6th. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 11am–7pm. Free admission.

 

Revisit the Clint Eastwood classics

This weekend’s must-see for movie buffs! For Clint Eastwood’s 95th birthday and the release of French critic Bernard Benoliel’s book Clint Eastwood: Je suis celui que je veux être, La Cinémathèque is screening seven of the American legend’s films. Actor, director, political figure, cinema icon—the movie marathon kicks off Friday, August 29, and runs until Monday. Tickets are going fast!

From underappreciated films at release (like Breezy) to the cult Dirty Harry cycle (Sudden Impact will be shown), and more recent gems like Sully with Tom Hanks, this retrospective highlights the breadth of Eastwood’s career. Plus, Bernard Benoliel will be there for a public talk after the screening of Sully, as well as a book signing on Sunday. The perfect chance to soak in cinema history at La Cinémathèque.

Clint Eastwood Weekend, August 29–September 1, 2025. La Cinémathèque française, 51 rue de Bercy, Paris 12th. Full price €7.

 

Learn fashion drawing… on a boat!

All aboard for the “Fashion Design” workshop—literally! This creative class takes place on a boat moored at the Port des Champs-Élysées. Picture yourself sketching with a view of the Pont de l’Alma and the Eiffel Tower. Pretty chic, right?

Guided by Iveta and Quentin, you’ll first learn the basics of human figure drawing (keeping proportions in check), before moving on to stylized silhouettes, just like couture sketches. Books featuring fashion collections will be available for inspiration, but nothing beats gazing at the Seine and soaking up Paris as your muse. Each participant leaves with their own creations—maybe you’ll be the next great couturier?

 

Swing at La Villette

Paris is set to groove starting Friday night! The Jazz à la Villette festival returns on August 29 for its 24th edition with a tailor-made lineup sure to thrill music lovers for over a week.

Opening night features Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 (son of afrobeat legend Fela Kuti) and The Headhunters, Herbie Hancock’s former band. On Saturday, the Orchestre Ostinato performs alongside Denardo Coleman, son of Ornette Coleman, revisiting the landmark album The Shape of Jazz to Come. Next Friday, rising R’n’B and hip-hop stars Jacob Banks and Rejjie Snow take the stage. Plenty to make the capital vibrate!

Festival Jazz à la Villette, August 29–September 7. 185 boulevard Sérurier, Paris 19th. Tickets €15–40, available online.

 

Learn to shape ravioli

Saturday, it’s ravioli! There are still spots left for a 2.5-hour cooking workshop all’italiana with Claudio, a transalpine chef passionate about the cuisine of Puglia and Sardinia who masters the art of ravioli like no one else. We bring along our guy / our BFF / our chef buddy (cross out the unnecessary) for a really fun class in the 11th, around Voltaire. But first, we start by getting to know each other and learning the basics over a glass of Prosecco – or a sparkling drink for the soberistas – to go with some cheeses from the Boot.

Let’s go for the making of fresh pasta, learning the real gestures and tips whispered in mamma’s kitchen. Then we work on the sauce and filling, before it's tasting time! P.S.: don’t forget to bring a tup’ to take home the leftover pasta.

 

Get into Korean cosmetics

K-Beauty has never been so trendy! Proof: it’s now Printemps Haussmann’s turn to launch the Atrium K-Beauty, a super colorful pop-up bringing together no less than 14 high-desirability brands all summer long. The meeting point is level -1: near the escalators, it’s impossible to miss this charming little space dressed in red, purple, and blue. There, one tries the sharp curation of the Korean department store Shinsegae, presented here exclusively, including the perfectly round hand cream from Keyth (€31 – the brand also offers great deals like buy one get one), the cushion foundation with sun protection from Te’ (€47), the nail-polish-style blush from Glow (€33), or the sensitive-skin care from Urang.

Throughout the pop-up, awesome events rotate to convert les Parisiennes to this trend full of arguments: skin diagnosis with Sungboon or color analysis to find your tone with Mikltouch (who also offers a roulette game to win products), traditional Korean games, crazy contests, and even a live make-up show hosted by a K-pop artist. Enough to stock up and prep your beauty kit for back to school.

Shinsegae Hyper Ground, until August 31 exclusively at Printemps Haussmann, Printemps Femme, Atrium, -1. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
© Romain Ricard

 

Taste the buzzing Japanese ice creams

All of fashion is obsessed with these ice creams! Created by Daniela, a Franco-Japanese woman eager to share her childhood flavors with her two daughters, Café Isaka blends Asian flavors with French know-how. Trained at Folderol by the ice cream king Gérard Taurin, she now runs a small shop on rue Thérèse in a Pinterest-worthy decor, mostly known for its star dessert: the fried ice cream, a house-made scoop coated in Japanese panko and flash-fried, which broke TikTok two years ago.

This weekend, head to the courtyard of Dover Street Market to try (truly) unusual flavors like Soy Sauce, Pandan, Black Sesame, Mango, or even Milo. A chance to enjoy the crazy sales inside offering discounted gems from Nike, Rick Owens, and Dries Van Noten. More of a Samaritaine team? Café Isaka is setting up there all summer long — the chance to discover their treats in a larger all-pink corner than the original café. Here, one tastes White Rabbit Candy ice cream inspired by the famous Chinese candy, Matcha, Purple Ube yam (€3.60 per scoop, €6.50 for two), as well as kawaii-potential sweets. Then head to the 1st floor toward the sale to grab some Manolo Blahnik at -60%...

Dover Street Market x Café Isaka, from July 14 to 22, 35-37 rue des Francs Bourgeois, Paris 4e.
La Samaritaine x Café Isaka, 77 rue de Rivoli, Paris 1er. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. until September 10.
© Aurore Nguyen

 

Tasting Brittany in the heart of the Marais

2nd round for the sibling duo Albane and Baptiste Lamotte, who already brought us Galette Café in the 7th! Their new baby Ty Coz, both a crêperie and oyster bar, is establishing itself as the new 100% Breton spot in the Marais. To enjoy some sweet treats and briny products that could transport any Parisian to the pretty corsair city of Saint-Malo, head over near Parc Royal!

Ty Coz, "family home" in Breton, turns out to be the perfect name for this new place that smells like holidays in Finistère. After the success of Galette Café, the family is growing with, this time, a more polished décor for which architect Sylvie Zerat has designed every detail like a living space where you feel at home. Special mention for the terrace overlooking Parc Royal! Start by ordering oysters, especially the plump Étoile Kys n°3 (€20 for 6), then melt for the galette with Andouille de Guémené, delightfully indulgent, served with its onion compote and creamy cider sauce, unless you go for the version with smoked salmon, potatoes with vinaigrette, and seared red onions (€16.90). Stretch the pleasure with a crêpe filled with salted butter caramel and vanilla ice cream (€9.50), or a Suzette flambéed with Grand Marnier (€11)… Yum! The must: Ty Coz offers a take-away version of their galettes but also of their ice cream sundaes (€9.50): perfect for sunny days.

Ty Coz, 4 rue du Parc Royal, Paris 3rd. Open Tuesday from 12pm to 4pm, Wednesday to Saturday from 12pm to 11pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 5pm.

 

Doing the inflatable exhibit of le Grand Palais

On the strength of its success in 2022, the biggest world event dedicated to inflatable art returns to Paris with 20 new monumental and interactive works by renowned contemporary artists! An exhibit spread over more than 5,000 m² for the launch of the summer season of le Grand Palais Rmn, the Grand Palais d'Été, and to be discovered until 7 September.

Inflatable art lands at le Grand Palais to blow up the boundaries of passive observation! In the interactive exhibition Euphoria, the public’s involvement is at the heart of the project, making this cultural moment playful and fun as can be. Giant balloons invade le Grand Palais from the outside, the aisles are filled with white balloons, and each installation brings its dreamlike touch to the exhibit. A retrospective on an inflated art at the crossroads between conceptual approach and popular culture, which will surely delight those looking for a good time. Our fav’ work? That of A.A Murakami, New Spring, which lets you have fun chasing after smoke bubbles to pop a few… A visit not to miss this summer!

Euphoria, from 6 June to 9 September at le Grand Palais, Paris 8e. Open from Monday to Friday from 10am to 8:30pm, and on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 9am to 8:30pm.

 

Discover the elegant summer terrace of the Shangri-La Paris

We challenge you to find a terrace more elegant and stylish than this one. All summer, Lacoste invites itself to Shangri-La Paris and takes over two spaces, Le Pavillon Lacoste and the restaurant Summer by Lacoste, where the sportswear couture spirit of the house of the crocodile meets the timeless elegance of the Parisian palace. From the entrance of the hotel, the tone is set: a copper pavilion – a refined nod to the universe of Lacoste and to the clay court color – settles in front of the majestic facade of the palace. We savor summer treats to take away or to eat on the go. Madness: the best waffle of your life flanked with the signature crocodile (€6), not to mention the artisanal vanilla ice cream, crumble pieces, chocolate sauce or nougatine bits and smooth caramel (€10).

But the ultimate remains to book a lunch or a dinner at Summer by Lacoste, directly in the superb garden, among the flowers and with an unmatched view of the Eiffel Tower. A timeless break, ideal for a lunch with friends or a romantic dinner under the lanterns. On the menu? We order the Asian specialties of the restaurant like the vegetarian crispy rice (€22), the marvelous dim-sums (€28), the crying tiger (€45) or the stir-fried lobster noodles (€58). We also let ourselves be tempted by more comforting options like the signature cheeseburger or the lobster roll, or by choosing the daily menu (€58) or the ideally complete discovery menu (€88). Left to taste: the dessert imagined especially for Summer by Lacoste: Le Crocodile framboise pistache, a couture entremet that will have its little effect on Instagram (€24). To be accompanied by a grapefruit Spritz, a jasmine Gin Tonic (€26) or a super refreshing peach-basil mocktail (€18).

Summer by Lacoste at Shangri-La Paris, Lunch from 12pm to 5pm, dinner from 7pm to 10pm. Open all summer until October. Le Pavillon Lacoste open from 11am to 7pm. 10 avenue d'Iéna, Paris 16e. 01 53 67 19 91.

© More Content Studio - Charlotte Abbeys

 

Play the best web concepts IRL

A leisure bar right in Paris where you dive into the craziest Internet and TV show concepts? That’s the idea behind Merci Internet, a new place for socializing and uncontrollable laughter, nestled in the 9th arrondissement. We’ve all boasted at least once in front of a YouTube video concept or a TV game show, thinking we’d do better than the contestants. Guess what? Now’s the time to test yourself — and your BFFs.

Meet at this new feel-good address, where private rooms are waiting just for you to go wild with the most popular concepts from YouTube or streaming sites. Our recommendation: the brilliant "Who has the best alibi?", inspired by the best duo escaping prison concept, aka the hit videos from king Squeezie. You put on the hat of a police inspector or a suspect, and get ready for the best interrogations or the worst lies to win. Also to discover: a boozy cooking class (hi Les Recettes Pompettes), or a mini "Qui rit sort". After the fun part, settle into the bar area to sip cocktails inspired by Internet culture, and wait to receive your video of the best moments of the game. A new playful spot in an aesthetic setting signed Uchronia (who also designed the wild addresses of Café Nuances) to create memories… and content. Ready, set, play!

Merci Internet, 6 rue Marguerite de Rochechouart, Paris 9e. Open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Fridays from 2 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 2 a.m., and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. From €30 per player.

 

MAKE A CRAZILY KAWAII ACCESSORY

It’s the accessorizing that’s thrilling social media: charms, these little jewels that match trends and moods, have become true essentials to express one’s mindset. Proof: we’ve seen these neo-talismans everywhere, especially hanging on the cutest handbags. And since at Do It we love being at the edge of TikTok-breaking trends, we found a special creation workshop with ultimately kawaii charms to make your jewel unique.

Mixing creativity and personality in the perfect accessory to spice up all your outfits? We’re in and booking ASAP! In this creation workshop, a stone’s throw from the Institut du Monde Arabe, you choose 6 charms that match your image to create the coolest necklace, bracelet, or bag charm or phone case jewel. To make your creation even more unique, you use tools and materials provided by Fiona to craft your new fav’ handmade lucky charm. A friendly and accessible workshop that awakens creative spirits and lets you enjoy a cool moment solo or in duo.

 

Add Some Color to Your Life

Œuvres d’art africain contemporaines avec motifs wax, sculptures artisanales et affiches lumineuses au sein d’une exposition parisienne vibrante.

Of all the fabrics, wax is our favorite! At Place du Trocadéro, the ultra-colorful exhibition celebrating wax is taking over the Musée de l’Homme. You surely know this fabric with its bright colors and hyper-original wax-printed patterns, which is popular in many African countries. Originally from Indonesia, wax traveled the world (it is mainly produced in Holland!) and has now landed in Paris for this must-see exhibition.

On the agenda: photographs, stunning dresses, and large abstract works created with this unmistakable fabric. Special mention for the photos by Seydou Keïta and Thandiwe Muriu, showcasing women in magnificent wax dresses and turbans, as well as the exhibition labels printed on wax. A true explosion of colors and patterns that continues in the museum’s boutique, where you can even buy dresses and accessories in the same style.

WAX, Musée de l’Homme, 17 place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, Paris 16e. Until September 7, 2025.


© MNHN - A. Iatzoura

 

Learn to make your own gnocchi

No need to book a flight to Italy to master homemade pasta! Head to Claudio’s place in the 11th arrondissement to learn the art of gnocchi-making. The Italian host welcomes you with a glass of prosecco to set the mood. Then, after introducing you to the essential ingredients, you’ll literally get your hands dirty—mixing eggs and flour, kneading the dough with all your strength, and shaping your signature gnocchi.

This authentic Italian journey wraps up with a convivial tasting of carefully selected traditional Italian products, paired with your homemade gnocchi and a delicious house sauce. You’ll leave happily full and armed with insider tips on the best Italian grocery stores and restaurants—straight from a true Italian. Mamma mia!

 

Book the Coolest Dinner of the Moment

This is the sexiest dinner right now, perfect for a large table of 6 to 8 people. Hidden at the back of our favorite restaurant Rivages at Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra, a charming room now hosts highly exclusive dinners combining the talents of Chef Martin Simolka and Head Bartender Roberto Catalano. Once a month on Fridays (the grand premiere will take place this January 31!), the two accomplices prepare an exceptional four-hands dinner right before your eyes, lasting approximately 2h30 (€150 per guest). While Martin presents his dishes, Roberto, stationed at the other end of the table, creates signature cocktails paired to enhance the flavors of the meal.

On the menu of this wildly chic and delightful six-course meal: a spectacular beef tartare, a white pearl oyster with passion fruit lemon granita, and scallops with hazelnut condiment, among other delicious and colorful surprises we’ll keep secret for now. The fun part: Roberto shares his best Parisian addresses for finding the rare spirits he uses in his concoctions. Their infectious camaraderie puts the whole table in an incredibly joyful mood, making the evening feel like an intimate gourmet dinner at home. This is an experience to share with your favorite food-loving crew.

Rivages Supper Club, launching on January 31, then every first Friday of the month at 7:30 PM. Reservations only on thefork.fr. Restaurant Rivages at Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra, 1 rue Scribe, Paris 9e.
© Géraldine Marten

 

Book a high-end brunch

After delighting food lovers at their table Quelque part… Les Abysses, Florian Barbarot and the sweet chef Pierre-Henry Lecomte are back with a dreamy new address: Quelque part… La Matière. Nestled in their beloved 9th arrondissement, this patisserie offers bold creations: lemon tart twisted with thyme, a chocolate-fennel-anchovy combination, and blueberry and fir bud mousse on a Nantes biscuit.

Upstairs, a cozy room with a view of the kitchen hosts brunch lovers, served Wednesday to Sunday from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The brunch is offered in three versions for every craving: Matière Sucrée with pastries, handmade jams, yogurt, and fruit salad (€37), Matière Salée with four mezze options (quinoa-broccoli-yogurt tabbouleh, celery-truffle croque-monsieur, parsnip French toast, crudités with soy, mashed potatoes with roasted beef or chicken risotto with parmesan and cashew, €41), and Matière Mixte, a sweet and savory combo for the ultimate experience (€49). All served with unlimited hot drinks and freshly pressed juices.

Quelque part... La Matière, 48 rue du Faubourg Montmartre, Paris 9e. Brunch served Wednesday to Sunday, 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Reservations highly recommended.
© Lucrezia Vozza

 

Become a photographer in the streets of Paris

What if you swapped TikTok scrolling for a photo masterclass right in the heart of the capital? Smartphone in hand, join a small group led by a professional photographer who will teach you the keys to capturing the perfect shot. From parks to lively streets to Paris’s most beautiful buildings, you'll learn how to compose images worthy of a portfolio. You’ll unleash the artist within and send Steve McCurry packing!

The program: three hours of pure photography learning, mastering the art of composing and framing an image following the essential composition rules. You’ll boost the dynamics of your shots and choose the best angles. The goal? To position yourself like a pro in front of your subject for maximum impact. Bonus: learn to enhance your masterpieces with integrated editing tools. Of course, a printed guide with all the tips will be provided!

Photography class, 22 rue Beaubourg, Paris 3e, 3 hours, up to 8 people.

 

 

Create custom skincare at Laboté

Step into Laboté, a hidden gem for skincare lovers, where treatments are crafted with fresh, potent ingredients tailored to your skin. In the boutique’s visible laboratory, every product is made on-site under your watchful eye.

Why is it special? After a detailed skin diagnosis by experts Déborah and Carole, your custom cream (€80), serum (€89), or eye contour treatment (€85) is designed to meet your exact needs. Everything is taken into account—your skin type, age, climate, and concerns like spots, fine lines, or redness. You even choose the texture and scent. The result? A personalized, allergy-free skincare product ready in 30 minutes.

Laboté, 3 rue Keller, Paris 11e, +33 1 87 44 23 33. Open Wednesday–Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Online booking available for custom products.
© Laboté

 

Create Your Own Artsy Rug

For 2025, minimalism stays in the closet! Let’s jazz up our interiors with designs as quirky as they are chic, mixing vintage finds with handcrafted pieces. What could be better than a 100% personalized rug to bring life and stories into your space?

Head to the 5th arrondissement of Paris to try tufting—a trendy craft that lets you create a rug using a yarn gun. Start by choosing your design, colors, and yarns. Guided by Siyi, you’ll craft your rug by first tracing your design on the canvas, then unleashing your inner artist. Add the finishing touches: cutting, gluing the backing, shaving, and voilà! Your dream rug is ready.

Bonus: For an additional fee, you can also create tufted cushions, mirrors, or bags.

 

Join a 100% Feel-Good Fitness Class

After indulging in holiday feasts full of chocolates, foie gras, and couch nights, it’s time to leave hibernation mode behind. No need to be an Olympic athlete to get back into it—Swedish Fit (the chic name for Swedish Gymnastics) welcomes everyone with open arms. The motto? Well-being, fun, and zero competition. Whether you want to tone up, blow off steam, lose a few pounds, or simply have fun, this is THE place to be for boosting your fitness and pampering your mental health in a friendly vibe.

The concept? Group classes set to ultra-motivating playlists, with everyone working together in a circle around a coach guiding step-by-step. Forget competition—there are 20 diverse activities to enjoy: soft, intensive, cardio HIIT, cardio pump, circuit training, dance, clubbing, plus yoga and pilates. Each session includes warm-up, cardio, muscle toning, and stretching for a full-body, feel-good workout.

Bonus: This concept hails from Sweden, where it’s considered a public health treasure thanks to its positive impact. In France, Swedish Fit is even part of the "prescription fitness" program, offering affordable classes.

Swedish Fit, open daily across all locations. Schedule and bookings available online: unlimited membership (€49/month) or single class (€12). Check the website for venue details.
© Swedish Fit

 

Play Michel-angelo with ceramics

Feeling crafty and inspired? Dive into making air-dry ceramic objects you can paint however you like! Whether it’s tiny pots, decorations, trinket dishes, or candleholders—anything is possible at Noura’s workshop in the 17th arrondissement.

The plan: Learn ceramic modeling techniques and basics, let your creativity flow under expert guidance, and leave with your beautifully decorated creations (no oven needed!). Bonus: your works can even make for awesome homemade gifts.

The extra touch: The Art & Bulle workshop by Noura can be privatized for up to 24 people, perfect for family fun or birthday parties.

 

Channel Your Inner Da Vinci in a Dreamy Paris

It’s the sketching workshop we’ve been waiting for, drawing Paris from every angle! From Place de la Concorde to the Louvre Pyramid and the Tuileries Gardens, treat yourself to a half-day of Beaux-Arts vibes, wandering through Paris’s most iconic spots and stopping only to sketch the beautiful views on paper. No matter your level—from beginner to seasoned Picasso—everyone is welcome to dive into the art of drawing during this inspiring and fun experience, filled with fascinating anecdotes shared by your guide/teacher of the day. You’ll leave ready to be showcased in a museum after learning the techniques of comic strip drawing, floral motifs, and perspective during this 3-hour session. No need to bring anything: all materials are provided.

The Extra Tip: If you’re feeling especially arty, head to the nearby Musée des Arts Décoratifs. You’ll have the choice between their incredible exhibit on the theme of intimacy or the glittering displays honoring Christofle, the historic silversmithing house.

 

Create the bouquet of your dreams

Nothing beats a hands-on activity for a break from daily life and a moment of pure relaxation. And what could be better than creating your own bouquet with passionate florists, enhancing both your spirit and home decor? How it goes: From the moment you arrive, Camille, Solenne, or one of their talented team members greets you. The vibe is set: conviviality, laughter, and plenty of cheer, all over a hot drink. Next, dive into the floral world: seasons, origins, pro tips… it’s all covered! After the brief intro, it’s your turn. Choose your flowers from a carefully curated selection and create the bouquet of your dreams with fresh, seasonal flowers.

Extra tip: Once your creation is finished, the team shares expert advice on keeping it fresh in a vase or drying it like a pro.

Floral Workshop, 53 rue de Belleville, Paris 19. 

 

Learn the Art of Felted Figurines

If you hate seeing your little ones glued to their tablets, whisk them away to Yu-Ching’s workshop. On the menu: discovering the art of felted wool. You’ll be able to create your own adorable figurine with just the strength and dexterity of your hands!

Upon arrival, the artist presents her workshop and tools, then introduces the themes for the little creations: forest animals, dinosaurs, culinary temptations... You’ll learn the basics of needle felting (don’t worry, the needle doesn’t hurt—it’s used to shape the wool!) to craft your personalized figurine. Have fun mixing colors to make a funky bird, muffin, or dino. The best part? You’ll take your creation home, along with the know-how. It’s the perfect plan to occupy those rainy afternoons and build your army of felted wool figurines!

The extra touch : if your artistic endeavors leave you hungry, we’ve got the perfect snack! Head over to Sürpriz to bite into a mouth-watering kebab packed with meat from Mehmet, the best butcher in Berlin, whose meat is coveted by all kebab vendors.

 
 

Customize your dishes DIY style

Our favorite for the weekend: a ceramic painting workshop to keep your little ones busy! Head over to Céramicafé Geneviève in the 11th arrondissement for a 100% creative experience. Choose from a bowl, cup, or plate as the canvas for your masterpiece. Geneviève, the ceramic expert, will demonstrate various painting techniques and guide you through the process to ensure your designs are as realistic and beautiful as possible.

At the end of the workshop, your creations will head to the 1,000-degree kiln! You'll need to be patient though: your artwork will be ready for pickup in a week, perfect for showing off at grandma's house!

Bonus : After the workshop, visit Pépite, the amazing bakery in the Faidherbe area. We highly recommend their Cookie Ball for €3.70 – a little bomb of deliciousness!

© Céramicafé Geneviève by Celiane Guilbaud.


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