One thing is certain: there is never anything to do in Paris! And the Do It Team reminds you of it every week with a whole bunch of delightful activities. This weekend, there's something for everyone: parents, children, foodies, cinema lovers and music lovers. Between a 100% Mexico foodie festival, a family party, an XXL vinyl clearance, and a big Michel Gondry trip, get out your planner and let's meet to enjoy the good weather.

La Communale de Saint-Ouen, what is it? This former industrial hall of 7,500 m² transformed into a food court, bar, and haven of all kinds of activities, stands out as a true place of conviviality that never disappoints in terms of programming. Attention parents, step-parents, and future parents: this weekend, hop on line 14 for a break that feels good. Drop off the kids at the kids club and unwind to the max at La Daronnerie, organized in collaboration with the media Darons.tv.

On the program: while your offspring have fun at the makeup booths, flash tattoo, creative workshops, or story readings, enjoy the thousand and one activities offered, to do between parents or with your little ones. Saturday, it's giant karaoke then Comedy Club with Mathieu Madénian, Tareek, and Blandine Lehout (starting at €11). Followed by a dance party on a 90s to 2000s DJ Set. Too tired to party? Round tables and conferences, cooking workshops (€20), or stroller folding contests: you’ll surely find a way to have fun or learn something. The plus? La Communale hosts restaurant islands of all kinds: Mediterranean, Asian, bistro-style or vegetarian cuisines, served at lunch and dinner!

La Daronnerie at La Communale, 10 bis rue de l’Hippodrome, Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine. Saturday June 14 from 10am to 12am and Sunday June 15 from 10am to 5pm. Free entry, some workshops paid with reservation.

Who hasn’t already been glued to the Around The World clip by Daft Punk or cried during Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind? Here’s the one to blame: the iconic Michel Gondry, director of the most dreamlike works, videos as well as films, and future guest of honor at the Cinémathèque from June 15 to 27 for a vibrant retrospective.

On the lineup of this week dedicated to the Oscar-winning director: 15 of his shorts and features, from the most famous to the most niche. Want a little teaser? Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (of course), La Science des rêves with the caliente Gael García Bernal, Charlotte Gainsbourg, or even Alain Chabat and also Le Livre des solutions, his latest film with Pierre Niney and Blanche Gardin. No panic for real cinema lovers, his American era will also be showcased with films like the fun Soyez sympas, rembobinez and its Hollywood cast featuring Jack Black, Danny Glover, and even the queen Sigourney Weaver. For music lovers, a retrospective of his most brilliant video clips will close the visit of this playful genius at the Cinémathèque. All that in his presence and that of his daughter for certain screenings. Who could top that?

Michel Gondry Retrospective, from June 15 to 27 at La Cinémathèque, 51 rue de Bercy, Paris 12e. Full price ticket: €7.

The Paris Vinyl Sale is finally coming this Sunday June 15 to the Bastille Design Center! This can’t-miss event for music lovers and bargain hunters, the biggest vinyl clearance in France, will let you refill your collection with dignity and on the cheap. Let’s go!

Sound purists know it: vinyl has been making a big comeback for some time now. So cool, the charm of this format comes from both the super aesthetic turntable and what it holds. Precisely, the Paris Vinyl Sale will host over three floors nearly fifty exhibitors including independent record stores, labels, and even collectors. Promise of a super varied selection of records and musical genres: rock, jazz, hip-hop, soul, electronic music, or even soundtracks… Among 50,000 vinyls, there’s bound to be THE gem (or several). One last good reason to go? Prices range between €2 and €10 only. Pro tip: to pounce on the best of the best LPs, we can only recommend grabbing your skip-the-line ticket.

Paris Vinyl Sale, Sunday June 15, 2025 from 10am to 6pm at Bastille Design Center, 74 boulevard Richard Lenoir, Paris 11e. Entry: €6.50 on site – Skip-the-line ticket highly recommended: €6.50.

How about eating Mexican this weekend? The Festival Qué Gusto is setting up all over Paris to showcase the REAL Mexican gastronomy. This year, the festival celebrates its 10th anniversary! For this special edition, 9 chefs have come from Mexico or other regions of France to take you on a journey. We say YES to even more party, food, and tequila!

Among our favorite events to grab this weekend? The four-hands menu prepared by cheffe Lula Martín del Campo and chef Aurélien Correyeur, who are taking over the kitchens of Christian Le Squer at the Menu Palais of La Vallée Village. On the menu: royal sea bream ceviche, jalapeños condiment (by Aurélien Correyeur), cod with Mole Poblano & Tamal Tonto or chicken with Mole Poblano & Tamal Tonto (by Lula Martín del Campo), and Trésor Olmeca (by Aurélien Correyeur). The perfect excuse to return to this shopping temple for your summer purchases between two bites.

Festival Qué Gusto at La Vallée Village, 3 Cours de la Garonne, Serris (77). Friday June 13 at 8pm, €59 for non-members. Information and reservations online.

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.

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.

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Since May 15 and until July 15, La Grande Cascade, a Michelin-starred gastronomic institution of the Bois de Boulogne, is teaming up with TABLE, the tableware brand co-founded by it-girl Alice Moireau, for a gourmet interlude to enjoy in the great outdoors. The sun will make an appearance as early as Friday, so quickly, order ASAP the most desirable picnic basket in the capital to enjoy the good weather in the shade of the Bois's foliage or in the Jardins de Bagatelle.

The plan? Order 48h in advance the ultra-chic mobile pantry from La Grande Cascade to pick up on-site and enjoy in the sun. Chef Frédéric Robert has placed in it for you some light gougères, a vermicelli salad with prawns and Thai spices, or even fusilli with caviar, lemon, and vodka. Then comes the crab in a soft bun, a generous lobster roll, and for the no-compromise epicureans, a piece of truffled brie. You end on a sweet note: Joris Vée, the house's pastry chef, has crafted a chocolate-ginger chou and a Breton lemon-yuzu shortbread to wrap up this refined meal. To accompany it all, half a bottle of champagne with your choice of freshly squeezed orange juice or water. And to perfect this starred picnic: two funky and colorful napkins from the brand TABLE in organic cotton and above all in a limited edition! A perfect set to have an outdoor lunch worthy of a Manet painting in the coming days. The best part: you can even keep the charming basket to use all summer!

Basket La Grande Cascade x TABLE. Menu for two: 168 €. Basket must be reserved 48h in advance and picked up at the restaurant. La Grande Cascade, allée de Longchamp, Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16e. 01 45 27 33 51.

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.

It’s the fruit of a friendship between Hitoshi Minatani, a chef passionate about French gastronomy and former chef of Freddy’s, and Victor Baraton-Dorat (Semilla, Pizzou). Opening a restaurant together was a crazy idea, a joke… And then time passed, and the idea became reality. Hitoshi was looking for a way to express himself more freely in his cooking, to be more creative. Victor dreamed of attentive service and a warm place, along with a refined wine cellar. Together, they imagined their ideal: top-quality cuisine, impeccable service, and a seasonally-changing menu for a constantly renewed experience.

This dream took shape as a small restaurant just steps from Gare de l’Est, opened last October. A pink-tiled bar, a 70s sideboard, large wooden tables, and carefully chosen flowers: Fugue is a charming, well-decorated nest that aims to be “unpretentious.” The highlight: a five-course menu offered at the reasonable price of €70. For example, we had mind-blowing grilled sardines, served with pesto rosso and pickled mussels, langoustine and zucchini bathed in a fish and scallop coral mousse, skate wing in a marinière emulsion with a pea-zucchini classic. Then, we enjoyed a koji-marinated rump steak, tender as can be, with barbecue green asparagus in a red wine sauce. For dessert, love at first bite with a sorrel and mint ice cream that paired divinely with strawberries, rhubarb, and diplomat cream. This parade of dishes was paired with wines carefully selected by Victor among his 80 references. Red wine lovers, go for Pépette, a light and fruity Gamay. Prefer white? Choose Limone, a fresh Burgundy Aligoté with citrus notes. For smaller budgets, no worries — the restaurant offers à la carte dishes from €16 to €33, and a weekday lunch menu with starter-main or main-dessert at €25.

Fugue, 128 rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin, 75010 Paris. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Thursday to Saturday from 12:15 p.m. to 2 p.m.

This weekend, there’s something for everyone at La Cité Fertile, an eco-friendly third place, aka THE spot in Pantinto recharge. Football fans, you’ve got the best place to watch the Champions League final: a screening will be held Saturday in the Grande Halle, with a capacity of around 700 people. For party lovers, you're spoiled for choice: Friday night is Powerpouf, a queer party with awesome DJs and a drag hostess. Saturday, it’s Open Air for the Rythme Brisé and KUMO collectives from 7:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Sunday is day rave for the techno kids who like to go to bed early before the week starts. The vibe? Trancy, groovy, and punchy techno under the sun.

More in the mood to stroll? Head to the creators’ market on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. to discover unique products and local creations, before grabbing a bao or pizza from the food trucks in the garden. For the foodies, the Moroccan and vegan brunch from La Cantine de Souad is offered every Saturday and Sunday, for just €25.

La Cité Fertile, 14 avenue Edouard Vaillant, Pantin 93400. Métro 5 Hoche. Open Saturday from 12 p.m. to 2 a.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Free admission.

The perfect vintage Levi’s jeans, flowery dishes, scarves galore, or for the luckiest, luxury items at mini prices: with a keen eye, it’s entirely possible to find treasures in a Parisian flea market.

Attention all lovers of vintage objects and clothing: Do It has selected no less than three flea markets and garage sales this weekend, spread all over Paris. Head to rue des Abbesses in the 18th, avenue Felix Faure, or avenue Niel in the 17th to find your next designer bag, a designer lamp, or new plates and pretty glasses to brighten up your dinners. And because finding beautiful treasures deserves a reward, book yourself a brunch to perfect the day. Find our list of the best brunches [here].

Professional flea market, rue des Abbesses, Saturday, May 31, 2025

Flea market, garage sale, and flea market, avenue Felix Faure, Saturday, May 31, 2025

Flea market, avenue Niel, Saturday, May 31, 2025

La Rosée is definitely in the top of our favorite green brands. Known for its healthy, natural and eco-designed products, the brand is celebrating its 10th anniversary. For the occasion, a temporary pop-up has settled until June 8 in the Marais: we (re)discover the brand’s products and even get offered a smoothie. The choice? The Green Boost (cucumber, avocado, lemon, ginger) or the Golden Mix (peach and apricot, basil and a touch of lemon).

A real place of conviviality, this pretty ephemeral shop promises more than a shopping session. Among the offers on site: a free personalized diagnosis, a photobooth, an interactive shower and even a lounge with iPads to send a letter to yourself in a few years. But that’s not all! During the week, varied events are organized including workshops, talks and exclusive surprises. Every Tuesday from 11am to 7pm, cocooning days offer a hand massage and a sweet attention. Cherry on the cake: Friday 23, Thursday 29 and Friday 6 from 4pm to 8pm, come spin the 100% winning wheel to win gifts!

Pop-up La Rosée, 97 rue de Turenne, Paris 3e. From May 15 to June 8, 2025, Tuesday to Sunday from 11am to 8pm. Free entry.

The Quais de Seine in the 4th arrondissement, near Pont Neuf, take on an air of Cabo Verde! From Monday April 18 to Monday June 9, and to celebrate the 50 years of independence of this island state, a free exhibition installed at the water’s edge, curated by La Ville de Paris and Les arts voyagent, pays tribute to the female artist who popularized the music of these African islands, and who made her deep tone and sensitivity resonate across the whole world: the iconic Cesária Évora. Through her impact and her democratization of Cape Verde music, the singer is considered one of the greatest African female artists, if not the greatest and most inspiring. The gravelly and emotion-filled voice – it’s in the 1990s that the music of the barefoot diva finally transcends the borders of Africa to cradle our hearts with Cape Verdean sounds.

Cool: in this open-air photo exhibit structured in 6 chapters, we (re)discover this powerful female artist, through her years in Paris, the city that was the springboard for her international success. With lovely photos of the artist and hard-hitting texts, this installation tells us, to our great pleasure, the story of the queen of morna: the perfect occasion during these coming sunny days to bask in the sun on the banks while learning more about this music icon.

Cesária Évora, portraits of an icon, from April 28 to June 9 on the banks of the quais de Seine. Free and open access.

No need to present Polène, the leather goods brand whose sleek models are seen on the arms of all Parisiennes. More than artisanal know-how worthy of high-end leather goods, the brand has a true creative vision recognizable among thousands. After the launch of their jewelry line in 2023 and the recent opening of their new boutique on the Champs-Élysées, was born the line of upcycled leather flowers, made from scraps of the house’s leather.

A pop-up shop currently takes place in the 2nd, a sleek and design jewel box where floral art and leather mastery meet. In the composition: Rym Boughatene, floral designer, and, behind her workbench, a leather craftswoman who brings these leather flowers to life before our eyes. The must? Flowers to wear as charms on your bag, ultra-trendy, and the embossing machine allowing you to engrave your initials. A gift trip like no other, to remember with Mother’s Day around the corner…

Polène leather florist, 67 rue Montmartre, Paris 2nd. Open Tuesday to Saturday, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Until July 28. Flowers from €60.

A call to lovers of flavors soaked in the Orient who don’t want to leave Paris: Lebanon has set up shop just steps from République! Maz Mez, new spot in the 10th, has opened its doors to delight you with simply delicious travel-style Lebanese cuisine. Born from Hugo Danaguezian’s desire to carry on his origins and his family’s good food, it’s a guaranteed trip that this new address offers. Fascinating, we adore the warm and colorful decor, where, facing the windows, sparkling XXL lamps rival the neon lights shining the name of the place, and where oriental rugs and patterned tiles perfectly capture the spirit of the Lebanese diaspora, reinterpreted between tradition and modernity.

The scents from the open kitchen already intoxicate us before even sitting down: just seated, we devour spiced almonds while sipping lemonades and jellab syrups (€5) perfectly flavored. Among the savory plates, an Awarma egg (€13) to die for, a delicious sweet potato Fatteh with tahini sauce (€11) perfectly tender, or seasonal vegetables that crunch under your teeth… And since we’re not ones to resist sweetness, we indulge more with an orange blossom flan crème brûlée-style (€9) or a super-gourmet chocolate fondant (€11). The must: a lunch formula for only €20!

Maz Mez, 70 rue René Boulanger, Paris 10th. Open Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and from 7:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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.

It’s brand new and the place already has us hooked. Focus on Baratruf, bar and restaurant of truffle grower Pierre-Ivan d’Arfeuille, worthy heir of his father’s passion for well-harvested… and well-cooked truffles. Hailing from Burgundy, he’s determined to show Parisians that truffle is an art… and an art without artificial aroma! Here, the star mushroom’s flavors are subtle because 100% natural. And cherry on the Tuber, the place also offers a Spritz bar with 30 (yes, thirty!) different Spritz flavors. A nice change from the now repetitive Aperol.

You’ll also enjoy sharing boards topped with authentic cheese or charcuterie (€16–28), a stunning truffle carpaccio (€14), or soft truffle parmesan cream focacce (€20), plus grandma-style rillettes or pâtés (from €6). In short, a very French program, which we spice up with a violet, rose, or basil Spritz… or every flavor imaginable (€12). A perfect hangout for weekend tipsy times, or for a date in the vaulted cellar downstairs you can privatize for special occasions.

BARATRUF, 7 rue de Biragure - Paris 4, Open Wednesday to Sunday, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

 

We all love onigiris, this rice triangle filled and wrapped in seaweed straight from Japan. Available in the fanciest Japanese restaurants of Paris (latest devoured at Izakaya Dassai by Yannick Alléno) as well as in supermarket lunch aisles, we love this street food snack very popular in the Land of the Rising Sun, perfect for a quick bite. What if we learned to make them properly, in an onigiri shop?

So cool: for a full, travel-worthy experience, Samuel welcomes us with an organic Japanese hojicha tea. With expert hands, he then shows us the steps of onigiri preparation: preparing and cooking the rice, forming rice balls, then stuffing with meat, veggies, or fish. Finally, we carefully get to the folding of the nori sheet, the seaweed that also wraps makis. Time to taste: we devour our creations on site or take them home for our evening snack!

Need a vacation? No need to rack up miles to escape to Marrakech: after the success of its first address in the 9th arrondissement, Choukran by Abdel Alaoui brings its sun-kissed cuisine to the heart of Sentier.

The vibe? A pop, ultra-colorful decor playing with traditional codes, where you can enjoy classic dishes with a 2025 twist.

Among the menu delights: reimagined couscous (€14-21), all kinds of stews (yum: kefta with egg and melt-in-your-mouth fine semolina, €16.50), cumin carrots (€6.50), lentil falafels to die for (€6.50), and the now-iconic bledwich, a Moroccan brioche with orange blossom & nigella seeds, Choukran sauce, pulled beef, preserved lemons, and olives, served with harissa batatas (€13).

Finish off with the traditional mint tea (€2.50) to wash down the signature tiramisouk with pistachio and orange blossom notes (€6.50), a perfect Moroccan twist on tiramisù.

A full Medina escape for less than €25, who can top that?

Choukran, 69 rue d’Aboukir, Paris 2e. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
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From March 19 to July 20, 2025, the charming Musée du Luxembourg opens the doors to its new exhibition Tous Léger!. Here, we explore the dialogues between Fernand Léger and his worthy heirs: the Nouveaux Réalistes and Pop Art artists. Empty-pocket aesthetics, triumph of objects, pop and acidulous colors, life as the absolute theme of art... From the most iconic works of Fernand Léger to IKB by Klein, ending with the Nanas of the most Girl Power modern artist – Niki de Saint Phalle – we completely crush on the brilliantly illuminated scenography of this exhibition! Our personal fav': Nissa Bella by Martial Raysse, where, like a kiss, a neon heart is placed on the portrait of the artist's wife.

An exhibition with a single objective: “art and beauty must flood life for the happiness of all”, through forms, colors, techniques, materials, gestures, but above all poetry. Impossible, therefore, to miss this more than complete retrospective of Fernand Léger and his influence.

Exhibition Tous Léger! , Musée du Luxembourg, 19 rue de Vaugirard, Paris 6e. Open every day from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm.
© Adagp, Paris, 2025, Succession Yves Klein c/o Adagp, Paris, 2025, Jeanchristophe Lett, Keith Haring Foundation, 2025

Seeing and being seen is an art that Parisians have mastered to perfection. And for good reason: the fashion capital is packed with hotspots where art directors, top models, stylists, and other creatives of the fashion sphere gather. If we’ve already given you a list of their favorite restaurants, this weekend, we suggest toasting in these three of the most sought-after bars.

First, there’s Maxim’s (3 rue Royale, Paris 1st), where you’ll need to show your best side—and a stunning dress—to enjoy their legendary Onassis, Streisand, or Hepburn cocktails (€19) and crispy shrimp with lemon mayo (€25) in a breathtaking Belle Époque setting. Among the regulars? Gigi Hadid, Cara Delevingne, Katy Perry, Olivier Rousteing, Jared Leto, Eva Longoria… and maybe soon, you.

More exclusive, Cravan (165 boulevard Saint-Germain, Paris 6th) radiates chic and cool across its four floors. On the first, set in a jaw-dropping green marble décor, you can sip signature potions by the brilliant Franck Audoux: Troca (wine, orange, sparkling water, €15), Royal Basilic (€22), or Birne (pear wine, poiré cordial, palo cortado, €18), accompanied by exquisite small plates (pissaladière €12, oysters €17, crab ravioli €26). Everything is gorgeous, everything is delicious, and unexpected encounters are almost guaranteed—our top pick.

Finally, new faces and trendy youngsters usually gather at Bambino (25 rue Saint-Sébastien, Paris 11th), a friendly vinyl bar in the Haut Marais. In a cozy atmosphere with a highly chill playlist, cool kids share spaghetti squash tempura with aioli and bottarga, seared scallops, and mussels marinière (three dishes for €50). But the highlight of Bambino is its stellar selection of wines (glass from €10-12) and draft cocktails (€14), with our favorite: the Dumile peach bourbon.

© Bambino - Maxim’s by Romain Ricard - Cravan

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.

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Guilty: we admit rewatching Mamma Mia every summer for its iconic music and costumes. But to dive into the disco universe of half a century ago, you have to run (in platform boots!) to the Cité de la Musique. The exhibition Disco, I’m coming out! plunges us into the bath! Because disco is not just a musical genre: it's a whole world of fashion and social claims, as the 70s were the decade of the fight for women's rights and racial and sexual minorities. Today, the impact of this festive and political music is more relevant than ever, and flared pants are back in fashion.

On a 100% disco playlist, in the middle of spaces that look like neon-lit dancefloors with disco balls, we admire cult objects from the seventies, ranging from typical outfits to music recording equipment, as well as decorative elements, photographs, and artworks loaned among others by the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh. Enough to feel like a Dancing Queen, young and sweet, only seventeen!

Disco, I’m coming out, Cité de la Musique, 221 avenue Jean Jaurès, Paris 19e. Until August 17, 2025.

© Arnaud Baumann-Bustier et © Joachim Bertrand - Philharmonie de Paris

It’s brand new! Near the Champs-Élysées, Tio has just blossomed, a superb Mexican address, taken over at lunch by the whole business team of the district coming to grab their burritos to go. But with its pretty decor worthy of a pocket-sized Tulum, Tio is also (mainly?) reserved in the evening to kick things off directly with travel-inspired cocktails, exclusively based on tequila and mezcal. Margarita Picante, Mexican Mule, or Picante Mango Margarita (€14) play the opening act, accompanied by nachos with beef stew (€10), tequenos with melting cheese (€10), or a fragrant ceviche, while waiting for the stars of the evening…

Check out these little taco bombs! They come in sets of three (€18): Al Suadero with lamb confit, Vegetariano with mushrooms and avocado cream, Al Pastor with marinated pork belly, Arrachera with grilled beef, Tinga de Pollo with chicken and chipotle sauce, or even the Special Tio filled with prawn tempura and ultra-food porn mayonnaise. The hardest part is choosing… We finish with a curiosity: an Arroz con leche, a coconut rice pudding with seasonal fruits and cinnamon (€5.50). So many delights to savor in a tiny gem where life is good.

For groups of friends: the comfortable rounded back room is dedicated to you for toasting in complete privacy.

Tio, 1 rue Saint-Philippe-du-Roule, Paris 8e. Open for lunch on weekdays and in the evening from Tuesday to Saturday until 11 PM.

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!

You remember the iconic “curtain dress” scene from Scarlett O’Hara, right? Calling all upcycling fans—who have made slow fashion a must, creating beauty from the old! Philomène, a stylist specializing in transforming palace materials, offers a never-before-seen DIY workshop. Her workshop, nestled in the heart of the 6th arrondissement, welcomes you to create your own bag from fabrics sourced directly from cushions and tiebacks from Le Meurice!

Philomène guides you in choosing your fabric and introduces you to the artisanal techniques of sewing and assembling these exceptional materials. With the sublime fabrics in elegant colors and luxurious textured golden motifs, you’ll create a true work of art. You leave with an absolutely unique and 100% personalized bag!

Glued to our screens or euphoric in the stands along the Seine, we were all speechless when the equestrian rode onto the water during the Olympic Games opening ceremony in Paris. In gleaming silver armor, with her stunning cape made from the Olympic flag, the mystical figure—reminiscent of Joan of Arc charging the English—rode up the Seine under the spotlight.

The rider’s identity remained secret, but not her armor. The sublime creation will be on display starting February 8 at Palais Galliera, within its exhibition La Mode en Mouvement #3. This exhibit (featuring other creations from Hermès, Balenciaga, and Chanel) questions how sports inspire fashion and how the fashion sphere has infiltrated the sports world. Ready-to-wear designer Jeanne Friot and leather craftsman Robert Mercier conceived this iconic piece, undoubtedly the exhibition’s highlight at Palais Galliera.

La Mode en Mouvement #3, Palais Galliera, 10 avenue Pierre 1er de Serbie, Paris 16th. From February 8 to October 12, 2025.

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

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 (€35), 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, €39), and Matière Mixte, a sweet and savory combo for the ultimate experience (€47). 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.
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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.

 

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.
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Perched in Paris’ most romantic neighborhood, L’Almanach Montmartre stole our hearts. In the kitchen, Chef Léo Giorgis (formerly of Silencio des Prés) plays with seasonal ingredients to whip up dishes that are distinctly French but sprinkled with global inspiration. The result? Generous, surprising, colorful, and totally Instagram-worthy!

On the menu: lunch formulas that are wallet-friendly (starter + main for €20, or starter + main + dessert for €24). Expect delights like crispy goat cheese with quince-ginger honey, grilled leeks with a soft egg and white truffle oil, or slow-braised beef cheek with creamy mashed potatoes. Prefer fish? The fregola sarda with salmon and bottarga is a treat. For dessert, indulge in the mango-pineapple mousse with Granny Smith apple. Dinner takes it up a notch with dishes like three-flavor raclette (€14), Saint-Jacques risotto (€28), or wild boar burger (€28). End on a sweet note with jasmine crème brûlée (€13).

Bonus: Here, art and cuisine come together, with walls featuring rotating exhibits by artists who inspire the chef’s menu. Currently on display: poetic creations by Janique Bourget, blending paper, gold, and brass.

L’Almanach Montmartre, 35 rue Ramey, Paris 18th, 01 53 41 13 45. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
© Almanach Montmartre

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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. 

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.

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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