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Bouillon Chartier

by Aurelie Douard

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Chartier is more than a Paris brasserie; it’s a piece of the city’s history. When Chartier opened in 1896, the idea was to offer local workers a decent, affordable...

Les Affranchis

by Kelly PageKelly Page

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When I’m walking around Paris, I’m always amazed at the number of bistros on every corner and everywhere in between. I wonder how they can all stay in business, and...

Le Pas Sage

by Kelly PageKelly Page

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I love the many passages of Paris. There are the ones that silently slide off major streets, revealing hidden gems under colorful, covered galleries. Then there’s the growing number...

Parisian Burger Joints: Le Camion Qui Fume and Blend

by Barbra AustinBarbra Austin

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With the arrival of Le Camion Qui Fume and Blend, the odds of finding a good hamburger in the French capital have dramatically improved. Sure, there are plenty of

Kunitoraya

by Barbra AustinBarbra Austin

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This is surely one of the most popular addresses in the Japanese neighborhood around rue Ste.-Anne, and it’s one of my favorites, too. Kunitoraya is part of a mini-empire...

Le Verre Volé

by Barbra AustinBarbra Austin

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There seems to be no end to the cave à manger trend—wine shops where you can also eat. Some are proper Paris bistros; others offer little more than cheese...

Le Relais de l’Entrecôte

by Barbra AustinBarbra Austin

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“Quelle cuisson?” (“How do you want your steak cooked?”) is the only question they ask at Le Relais de l’Entrecôte, which I would call a mill if I didn’t like...