Franco File Friday
{I like to think of myself as an urban explorer. There is plenty of time for parks, gardens and picnics!}Every Friday Lindsey runs a delightful column on Lost in Cheeseland called “Franco File Friday” where she looks at various perspectives from lovers of France. I’m so honored to be a part of the feature today. To keep it fresh, I made up my own BONUS question below, but click HERE to see what I had to say about:
1. Describe what you love about France in 3 words.
2. What is the most striking similarity and difference between Paris and your previous home, Baltimore?
3. Favorite design-focused shop in Paris and why?
4. Most spontaneous thing you’ve done while living/traveling in France?
5. In what ways can people incorporate French design elements into their homes?
6. Favorite French film and/or book?
BONUS: What are your top 3 Paris events?
1. Nuit Blanche – The first Saturday in October, the city doesn’t sleep in favor of art and lighting installations all over the city in a celebration of creativity.
2. Le Bal des Pompiers – What better way to ring in Bastille Day than joining a dance party inside the firehouses of Paris?
3. La Chasse aux Tresors – Every July the Mairie de Paris sets up a “treasure hunt” in several Paris neighborhoods in order to explore different parts of the city.
{Dessert at one of my favorite Paris restos, Chez Gladine, tucked up in the Buttes-aux-Cailles neighborhood of the 13th.}
In case you missed it, Brenna recently asked me “Why France?“.
{All photos shot with my iPhone}


Susan
May 6, 2011 at 11:40 am //
Ooh, thanks for the bonus! I need to get to Le Petit Atelier, love it!
risamay
May 6, 2011 at 4:40 pm //
Awesome extras.
Jane
May 6, 2011 at 10:41 pm //
cute yellow shoe anne! I bet you’ve put on some miles in those!
Courtney | La Fille Américaine
May 7, 2011 at 2:25 pm //
I found your blog via Franco File Friday! As a fellow blogger, expat in Paris (almost), and francophile, I am your newest follower. (Amélie is also my favorite movie!)
Prêt à Voyager
May 7, 2011 at 10:55 pm //
Thanks, Jane! Yes, I’ve probably paid for them (orginally $22 at Target) a few times over now, having had the soles and elastic replaced on multiple occasions. I do love to walk!
Welcome, Courtney!
Brenna [fabuleuxdestin]
May 9, 2011 at 7:08 am //
Bal des Pompiers was for sure the craziest I’ve ever seen French ladies get. One of my favorite memories of Paris as well! You look so pretty – and French – in your picture! Great post @lostincheesland!