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Saint Denis Basilica - a Gothic Treasure...
image: wikipedia.org I have not had time yet to walk through and talk about ALL of Paris' many churches, but it's on my list. That said, a very brief métro ride north of central Paris leads to one of the most important churches in Europe. While she often sits in the shadow of popular girls Notre-Dame and Sainte-Chapelle, she is considered one of the birthplaces of Gothic architecture (not to mention resting place for many of France's royals). Today, let's take a P'Niche pe

Parisian Niche
22 hours ago


An Elegant Afternoon Tea in Paris...
On a recent birthday, I was lucky enough to celebrate as a trio of gal pals at the Ritz in Paris. Afternoon tea in Paris can sound like a charming pause between museums, shopping, and long walks along the Seine. At the Ritz Paris, it becomes something more deliberate: a slow, polished ritual in one of the city’s most storied hotels. And it definitely lived up to the hype! Let's take a P'Niche peek to learn more... image: wikipedia.com A sip of history... Afternoon tea is a

Parisian Niche
Sep 2


Paris' Oldest Chocolate Shop: À La Mère de Famille
https://www.elle.fr/ Listen, P'Niche knows the first thing you are thinking when you see this jewel of an orange box is a certainly decadent, equestrian forward, luxury brand, but today we're going to explore the easiest to obtain luxury of all... treats! Today, let's take a P'Niche peek into Paris' Oldest Chocolate Shop... https://www.lameredefamille.com/ À La Mère de Famille was established in 1761 (oui, that's 15 years earlier than the USA's Declaration of Independence wa

Parisian Niche
Jun 23
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