Your Ultimate Paris Weekend Program

© Florian Boggia © Terraza Eminente

This weekend, let’s explore Paris and enjoy the best spots Do It has selected for its beloved readers. Add to your calendar: a Cuban rooftop in Montmartre, a magical stop at Cheerz's free and enchanting pop-up, a family-friendly tour of a palace Christmas market, arty shopping with ColorTherapis for eye-catching decor items, and irresistible Romée shirts and pajamas. Are you with us?

After Marseille, Bordeaux, Lille, and Lyon, Eminente Cuban rum has arrived in Paris, taking over the rooftop of the Terrass” Hotel until next May to bring the Caribbean vibe… to Montmartre! Alongside its panoramic view of Paris, Terraza Eminente invites you to immerse yourself in the island's central style with an authentic Cuban decor: dim lighting, speckled mirrors, colorful rugs, rattan or velvet chairs, lush plants, and vintage furniture sourced from Selency.

On the menu: 7 signature cocktails crafted with Eminente rum, including the tangy Cayo Coco Daiquiri (lime juice, sugar syrup, €15), the fruity Precioso Porn Star (passion fruit puree and vanilla syrup, €17), and the exotic Sol y Plàtano (vanilla liqueur, flambéed banana syrup, yellow lime juice, €17).

The extra touch: The flavors of Cuba's central region inspire the dishes, such as spicy chicken empanadas with mojo criollo sauce (€18), fresh and tangy avocado and mango soufflés (€15), a surprising sea bream ceviche with ginger and lemon served with grilled corn (€23), and oysters with mango and coconut emulsion (€21 for 6).

Terraza Eminente at the Terrass” Hotel, 7th floor, 12-14 rue Joseph de Maistre, Paris 18th. +33 1 46 06 72 85. Free rooftop access until May 2025, open Tuesday to Saturday from 3:30 PM to 12:30 AM and Sundays and Mondays until 11:30 PM.
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Drink responsibly.
© Terraza Eminente

You probably already know Cheerz, the ultimate memory maker offering high-quality prints of your favorite photos in albums, magnets, and framed prints. This "smile printer" has saved us more than once when searching for sentimental, high-value gifts… Mark your calendars for Cheerz’s Christmas House, a free enchanting pop-up perfect for the family, running from December 6 to 8 in the heart of the Marais. The magic of the holidays is sure to shine during this adorable and fun photography-themed event.

What to expect: An immersive experience filled with fun and interactive activities, a must-visit photo booth, selfie mirrors (get ready for your best faces), a ball pit shaped like a giant Big Fat Box (Cheerz's signature emotion box for storing your favorite photos), and even a real nightclub featuring Santa Claus as the DJ (yes, you read that right!).

The extra touch: Without spoiling too much, Cheerz’s Christmas House promises plenty of surprises and gifts, making this outing a feel-good experience for the entire family.

Cheerz’s Christmas House, 126 rue de Turenne, Paris 3rd. From December 6 to 8, 2024, 10 AM to 7 PM. Free admission.
© Cheerz

We’re bursting with excitement! The Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel is kicking off the festivities with the third edition of its palace-style Christmas Market, held in its historic salons on December 7 and 8. In short, it’s the perfect place to find the most beautiful gifts to place under the tree, with fashion treasures in the Marie-Antoinette Salon (Maison Michel, Goossens, Causse…), jewelry and candles galore, and gourmet delights by pastry chef Mathieu Carlin (our favorite!) who is unveiling his Christmas collection of yule logs and cakes. Beauty and wellness products will also be featured in the Salon des Aigles (Olfactif Paris, Bazar Atelier Sablon, Jod, L’Infuseur…).

Like last year, part of the event’s proceeds will go to the Aïda association, which supports young hospital patients during the holidays—a beautiful way to combine Christmas shopping with a good deed.

The extra touch: Plenty of surprises and animations by Caromy & Co will delight children, with face painting, balloon sculptures, and crafting Christmas ornaments and stars.

Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel, historic salons, 2nd floor, 10 Place de la Concorde, Paris 8th. Open from 10 AM to 7 PM on Saturday, December 7, and 11 AM to 6 PM on Sunday, December 8.
© Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel

From December 4 to 8, the Romée pop-up is an absolute must-visit. Designed by Faustine Ancenay Dordet, her collection of stunning blouses, shirts, and pajamas awaits at the elegant Hôtel Hoy in the heart of the 9th arrondissement. Elegantly divine silk blouses, some with ruffled collars for an extra chic touch, will be on display alongside pieces from previous collections at reduced prices starting from €70. The signature Romée Paris pajamas, made in limited series using fabrics from end rolls of major French couture houses, are stylish enough for a night out (€250).

The extra touch: Treat yourself to a yoga session at YUJ YOGA, the first French studio to offer stress relief in a heated room with infrared lighting.

Hôtel Hoy, 68 rue des Martyrs, Paris 9th. The pop-up is open from 11 AM to 7 PM, December 3 to 8.
© Romée

ColorTherapis, famed for its tufted wool rugs with ultra-colorful patterns and stunning designer furniture, gives us the perfect excuse to refresh our interiors. Combining quality craftsmanship with bold style, this boutique in Batignolles offers joyful and imaginative decor. From avant-garde armchairs to one-of-a-kind tables, timeless lighting, and exquisite rugs, their creations add a unique touch to any home.

To mark the launch of their first home collection, ColorTherapis presents an exclusive collaboration with the Belgian duo Tilt Brussels, featuring ultra-limited-edition pieces. Shoppers can find vibrant glass lighting (starting at €269), vases, candleholders (€119), brooches (€59), tables, and other unique creations made in Brussels from recycled ceramics, Plexiglas, and glass.

The extra touch: Don’t miss visiting their showroom at 7 rue Guy Môquet, Paris 17th, for exceptional rugs and cushions.

Pop-up ColorTherapis, 26 rue des Batignolles, Paris 17th. Open from December 5 to 15, 11 AM to 7 PM.
© ColorTherapis

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.

What if, this weekend, you could visit the most stunning apartment in Paris? The meeting point is set at Boulevard Raspail, where the association Cosmos and Matter, dedicated to sustainable design, has transformed a gorgeous Haussmannian space with moldings and parquet into a showcase of works by 100% sustainable artists and designers. Inside, nothing originates from petrochemicals, and reuse is prioritized. Each room features incredible scenography connecting materials to ancestral wisdom. Oh, and to visit, you must wear socks or put on shoe covers!

Our favorites include the Salon du Soleil, created by our beloved artist Arnold of Bazar d’Alger, who adorned the walls with his signature gold designs (he is the one who’ll anime  the creative workshop for our Cercle by Do It afterwork on monday, december 2), wooden sculptures by Jörg Koziol, edible leaves crafted by fermentation-obsessed Shira Bio, and a botanical bar exploring chocolate in every form.

The Extra Tip: On-site, the Cosmos and Matter team can share fun anecdotes, like how a revolutionary fabric was created using those strange filaments found in… mussel shells!

Cosmos and Matter, 29 Boulevard Raspail, Paris 7th. Free entry on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 2 pm to 6 pm, until February 17.

© Bazar d'Alger - Clémence Renoux

Foodies, don’t miss the pop-up dining experience by self-taught culinary expert Handa Cheng at the Book Bar of Hôtel Grand Amour. From November 27 to December 5, this venue kicks off the Christmas season with an inventive menu featuring Tang Cu Chicken (€16), Shanghai Scallion Oil Noodles (€16), Tang Yuan, and other surprises. Grab a copy of Handa’s book, The Guide to Chinese Cuisine, to master authentic recipes.

The Extra Tip: Handa is also launching Sichuan pepper-based products under his new brand Chifan—a must for spicing up your dishes!

Hôtel Grand Amour, 18 Rue de la Fidélité, Paris 10th. November 27–December 5. Starters from €1, mains €16, desserts €8.
© Hôtel Amour

The Palais de la Porte Dorée, home to the National Museum of Immigration History, presents Chaque Vie est une Histoire (Every Life is a Story), a remarkable exhibition honoring the forgotten faces and stories of migrant lives. Featuring over 200 artistic contributions, the collection ranges from hyper-realistic paintings of a metro station in Barbès, to carvings made of Marseille soap, to photographs of shantytowns and structures resembling migration boats. This sensitive and intimate journey also includes testimonials from migrants of all ages and backgrounds who traveled by train, on foot, or by boat. Videos and recordings of their experiences are deeply moving. This exhibition goes beyond history—it tells human stories you can’t miss.

Bonus Tip : While at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, visit their Tropical Aquarium to greet the fish and the fascinating albino alligator.

Chaque Vie est une Histoire, Palais de la Porte Dorée, 293 avenue Daumesnil, Paris 12th. Runs until February 9, 2025. Entry from €12.
© Palais de la Porte Dorée

Our favorite artist, Marin Montagut, never ceases to surprise us. After getting Parisians addicted to his decorations, beautiful objects, and gifts adorned with his sublime illustrations, the most desirable designer of the moment unveils a crazy collaboration with the Hôtel Grand Mazarin. The journey begins on rue de la Verrerie, admiring the enchanting shop windows decorated by Marin, surrounding a life-sized tarot that’s Instagrammable by default.

We warm up inside at the Grand Mazarin bar (one of our favorite hotel bars in Paris), where we settle in with our date to order the new signature cocktail specially created for this unprecedented collaboration. Specifically: a “sophisticated version of the margarita” enhanced with mezcal, which adds smoky notes and a certain strength to this all-orange love potion, served in an adorable little stemmed glass (€18).

The Extra Thing : We accompany this author’s drink with snacks worthy of the coolest spots in Tel Aviv. Challah to dip in a cream/tomato duo (€10), a trio of white tarama, pink tarama, coral sea urchin tarama with their toasted challah bread (€23), or Romanian mushroom and parmesan polenta (€19).

Le Grand Mazarin, 17 rue de la Verrerie, Paris 4th. Bar du Boubalé open every day from 12 PM to 2 AM. 

© Romain Ricard

From November 16 to December 15, Daroco and Punch Boxing join forces to transform your weekends into a winning combo: a boxing session to let off steam, followed by a well-deserved Italian feast. For €49, we promise a dose of sport and dolce vita for a top-notch Saturday (or Sunday)! We start by putting on our gloves at Punch Boxing. Nestled between the Louvre and Lafayette, this studio is a true temple of chic cardio: stunning decor, blue neon lights, pulsing music… It’s off for 50 minutes of boxing and strength training. The coaches push us to the limit, and we come out in warrior mode, ready for some gourmet comfort.

Next Stop: A well-deserved post-sport after Daroco Bourse. We start with wonder arancini with ‘Nduja & crispy scamorza as desired, or a lighter option with thyme-marinated vegetables accompanied by eggplant caviar that smells like Italy. Then it’s serious business with the star pizza “T’as un Alibi mon coco”: taleggio, gorgonzola, smoked ricotta, soft apricot, and pistachios… or we stay more classic with rigatoni cacio e pepe. The most indulgent will finish beautifully with a tiramisu whose reputation is well-established or a chocolate mousse that’s to die for.

The Extra Thing: Daroco offers you a glass of Prosecco or a soft drink, enough to savor the moment even more. Grazie Mille!

PUNCH BOXING STUDIO LOUVRE, 3 rue de Richelieu, Paris 1st. PUNCH BOXING STUDIO LAFAYETTE, 24 rue Chauchat, Paris 9th. DAROCO BOURSE, 6 rue Vivienne, Paris 2nd. €49 for 1 Punch session + 1 DAROCO lunch package. Reservations online.
©socialsnacks

“It’s sticky, it crunches between your teeth, and damn, IT'S GOOD!!!” reads an Instagram post from Babka Zana. Without a second thought, head to the nearest bakery (for us, the one by Place des Vosges) to grab the object of everyone’s desire: the Babka Roll Tatin, a sinful treat available throughout November at the Parisian locations of the king of Levantine brioche. Picture this: a tatin-style braided brioche filled with apple compote with a hint of cinnamon, caramelized apples, and caramel (€5.90). You’ll want to buy at least four for your afternoon snack.

Extra tip: While you’re there, grab lunch too—try the chimichurri chicken salad or their divine sandwiches like the Ruben with pastrami in soft hallah bread.

Babka Roll Tatin, available until November 30 at Babka Zana, 65 rue Condorcet (Paris 9th), 8 rue du Pas de la Mule (Paris 3rd), Galeries Lafayette Gourmet (Paris 9th)

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. 

The pot-au-feu, the ultimate symbol of peasant cuisine, could it be the next trendy dish? That’s our bet. Proof: Mauro Colagreco, chef and owner of the 3-star Mirazur restaurant in Menton, unveils a wildly desirable version of it in his other restaurant, GrandCœur (one of our favorite spots in Paris), nestled in the Marais. Lunch and dinner, every day of the week and weekend, it’s time to settle in and order his latest creation: the sexiest pot-au-feu of your life (€45), served in the extraordinary setting of this new-gen brasserie with high beams and exposed stone walls.

Of course, Mauro Colagreco’s two-course version adds Mediterranean touches to this ancestral recipe. Check it out: set the mood with a perfectly concentrated vegetable consommé with vermicelli, accompanied by bone marrow spread delicately on a garlic and rosemary toast. Then the pot-au-feu arrives, majestic, in its large cast iron pot. While the stewed beef is adorned with a green parsley sauce, colorful pickles bring a welcome acidity, alongside particularly flavorful sauces and condiments, the signature of this Argentinian chef. In short: a deliciously comforting option, perfect for big gatherings of friends.

The extra touch : the special attention paid to the tableware for this decidedly Instagrammable pot-au-feu. Special mention for the mismatched, vintage soup tureens and serving dishes that give the impression of being invited to a chic country house.

Restaurant GrandCœur, 41 rue du Temple, Paris 4th. Open from Monday to Sunday from 12pm to 2:30pm and from 7:15pm to 10:30pm.
© Patrick Lazic and Victoire Leriche.

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.

Head to the 18th arrondissement of Paris, where in a stunning mansion, the Fondation Custodia presents over 120 masterpieces as part of its partnership with the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam. Here, they pay homage to the uniqueness and avant-garde spirit of Italian art, from the dawn of the Renaissance to the 16th century. It’s an immersive experience that captivates at every turn, through different themes such as anatomy, religious canons, and historical scenes.

What’s on display ? The Italian Renaissance is characterized by a return to the artistic codes of Antiquity, seen through the prisms of beauty and nature, to move away from the popular dark Medieval aesthetics. Among the exhibitors, you’ll find: Parmigiano, Da Vinci, Spinelli, Michelangelo, Raffaello, Fra Bartolomeo... From sketches of iconic frescoes depicting the death and ascension of the Virgin, to Saint George battling a dragon, and early scientific studies of the human body, it’s impossible to leave this exhibition without a sense of awe.

The extra touch : make a detour to the Musée d’Orsay to check out the exhibition of Gustave Caillebotte’s paintings, focusing on male figures of the mid-19th century.

Fondation Custodia, 121 rue de Lille, Paris 7th. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 12pm to 6pm. Exhibition "Birth and Renaissance of Italian Drawing" from October 12 to January 12, 2025. Entry €12, tickets available on-site. Guided tours bookable by email, more information online.
© Philip Provily.

We’ve found the perfect spot to combine our two greatest passions : food and fashion. It’s all happening on rue des Rosiers at L’As du Fallafel, the iconic restaurant recommended by Lenny Kravitz (no less!) and especially by your devoted Do It team, where you can enjoy the sexiest shawarmas in Paris. But the hot news is definitely the collaboration with their neighbors Sweet Pants, aka the kings of 90s-inspired loungewear.

The result? An already iconic collection mixing street vibes with t-shirts (€60), hoodies (€95 to €120), and caps (€60) in different colors (gray, cream, purple). Nota bene: hurry to grab the capsule collection because stock is ultra-limited!

The extra touch? End the day with a guided street art tour in the Marais. It’s nearby, so why not plan your afternoon ahead?

L’As du Fallafel, 34 rue des Rosiers, Paris 3rd. Open Sunday from 11 AM to 11 PM.
© L’As du Fallafel, ph. Tara Levy

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.

Discover also everything you need to do in Paris this December and three extraordinary shows to book for the holidays.