Macarons. Macarons. Macarons.

During the Summer I spent a great deal of time in New Hampshire helping my mother and father.  I cant use this as the only explanation for my silence, but this is a heck of a good one.  A sick dad makes everything else seem less important.  ANYWAY, while in NH I have an amazing neighbor who took care of Coco.  My most adorable cat that has been my little princess since 2008.  Poor A.  Upon moving to the US he was greeted by this cat, who doesnt really like anyone, but somehow fell madly in love with him.  That must be why he and I are married... my cat likes him.  :)   Coco clearly couldnt make the trip with me, or come up on the weekends with A.  5-6 hours in the car, without...

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Self-service wine bar in Paris

A défaut d'avoir vu Poulpy depuis un petit bout de temps, j'ai récemment eu l'occasion de rencontrer des amis à elle en visite à Paris. Je leur ai proposé de boire un verre au Wine by One. Le concept du bar est plutôt innovant, il suffit de recharger une carte à puce à la caisse et d'aller choisir son vin parmi plus d'une centaine de bouteilles, maintenues au frais derrière des vitres réfrigérées et classées du plus léger au plus robuste. Après avoir choisi son vin - qui va de la petite cuvée au grand cru classé- on choisit sa quantité ; 3, 6 ou 12 cl. On peut ainsi faire une dégustation de plusieurs vins ou tester la petite dose avant d'opter pour le verre entier. De 70 centimes à 30 € le verre, du Côtes-du-Rhône au Chateau...

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Roti - Mediterranean Delicousness (and fast!!!)

Yesterday I had the huge pleasure of FINALLY trying Roti while at work. I rarely eat out, preferring to hunker down, eat at my desk and get out of work at what I always hope will be a resonable hour.  That doesnt always happen.  Work never goes as one hopes, and while I love my job, I dont have the luxury of running out at 5pm each night. Anyway - I'm not here to tell you all about my work life balance.  I'm here to tell you about Roti. The menu is simple.  Choose between a salad, rice bowl, or pita sandwich.  Choose a protein (falafel, chicken, steak).  Choose your sides.  And also fall in love with the included grilled veggies and hummus.  Picture from Roti's website - thank you Roti! ...

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Bad bloggers - we are so sorry

As you all know, Jade and I have not blogged lately.  We owe you all a huge apology.  I cant assume that you have been checking in on the blog each and every day, as much as I wish that were the case. So many things have been going on in both of our lives that we just haven't had a moment.  And, as bad as an excuse as this may be, we still have to keep our day jobs.  We also know that keeping this blog going, and increasing our readership will take work, and it is work we are willing to do.  I promise. Please check back with us in the next couple of days because we have so much to tell you, that I almost wish each day was 48 hours not just 24 hours.  We will be back... promise... Je suis vraiment désolée que vous n'avez pas eu des nouvelles de...

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Fun in NYC, from a Parisian's perspective

Biba has amazing perspective on everything business!  Check her out on American Woman in France (for some fun) or The Connection Queen (for business).  She is actually known as the Networking Queen.  Originally from France, she arrived in the US in 2003 and began her successful career in networking.  You really should check her out if are an entrepreneur, or just looking for some networking tips. However, everyone has to have a little fun.  So after Eyenie gave us her amazing post regarding fun things to do in Paris, from the perspective of an American; we asked Biba for the other side. ...

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Doughnut Plant - wow.

Let me start by saying I have yet to  physically GO to the Doughnut Plant.  And also, I've had to use photos from the website, because I havent been there.  That being said, this is on my NYC Bucket List for next weekend.  With the hubs of course.  However, I couldnt wait to tell you about the doughnuts for fear someone may be visiting NYC this week or next and MISSING OUT on the Doughnut Plan...

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Casse graine : a new (useful) website

Il y a quelques mois j'ai découvert un site utile et original grâce à So Busy Girls. Ce joli site c'est Casse-Graine crée par Sarah, wonderwoman de l'organisation et Christelle, diététicienne. Casse-Graine simplifie la vie des jeunes mamans mais pas seulement!&nbs...

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Des petits hauts, lovely brand

Cette semaine Adèle Sand nous propose une vente privée de la marque Des petits Hauts. J'adore cette marque, c'est sans doute l'une de mes préférées, j'y ferai un tour dès ce soir et je sais déjà que je repartirai avec quelque(sssss) chose(sssss) ! Pour y aller, imprimez l'invitation ci-dessus. ...

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