Rue Montorgueil contains a thousand and one treasures, between history and unusual facts. It is one of the oldest, liveliest and most beautiful streets in Paris.   A VERY OLD STREET Straddling the first and second arrondissements of Paris, rue Montorgueil is one of the oldest streets in the capital. It is estimated that its […]

The City of Light, the city of a hundred villages, the city of love, the capital of fashion, the capital of the art of living….Paris. Whatever its nickname, it captures the hearts of people around the world. It is not only a playground for tourists, it is also a dream for many expats to actually […]

Percentages of buyers having loans refused Among the reasons leading to a loan refusal, the buyers concerned mainly cite a problem with mortgage interest rate caps imposed by the government: 62.1%. The other reasons come far behind: a high debt ratio (30.5%), a professional situation (21.7%) and insufficient personal contribution (20.2%). Finally, we also note […]

A furnished rental means the tenant is equipped with the furniture necessary for everyday life. The conditions of the rental are organized by law: duration and type of the lease, deadlines and conditions for termination, list of furniture, etc. These terms and conditions apply to any accommodation rented furnished as the tenant’s main residence. The […]

The Covered Passages of Paris (Les Passages Couverts de Paris in French) are hidden gems in Paris and are a world apart from the crowded tourist attractions.   By the end of the 18th century, town planners created a labyrinth of commercial passages in Paris with beautiful stained-glass ceilings, mosaic works, and iron latticework, all […]

  Roofscapes is a recent startup from the MIT School of Architecture and Planning. The company was founded in 2020 by MIT graduate students Tim Cousin, Olivier Faber, and Eytan Levi with the mission of transforming untapped rooftops into green roofs as a way to mitigate climate change and to provide new outdoor spaces in […]

Everyone knows that Paris is the epitome of chic. But where do real Parisians go when they want something beyond chic? Here are five top-rated bars that will give you the most exquisite experiences.   The Best View of Paris: Cheval-Blanc Bar © Nicolas Receveur The bar on the 7th floor of the Cheval-Blanc is […]

If you’re planning to visit Paris in the coming months, consider some of the stand out restaurants opened since Paris came back to life last year. New hot spots opened their doors along with older ones that passed under the radar; all remarkable finds!   La Cantine Farmers  An affordable and convenient bistronomic canteen, serving […]

2023 has already seen several (re)openings, with more set to happen during the year.  With renovations and public works there is plenty to discover and rediscover throughout the year.   Césure The Censier campus, will host CÉSURE in 2023 The Sorbonne Nouvelle has moved to Nation, leaving the Censier campus behind. The Plateau Urbain team […]

Paris is known for its fabulous restaurants and some of the best food in the world. However, there are so many restaurants, not all of them live up to the expectation. We suggest making reservations and choosing your dining excursions carefully. Here are some of our favorite current restaurants to choose from.  Rūlo Incredible Japanese […]