Bonjour Paris

This was my third time visiting Paris, but it never gets old. Paris is always a good idea, right? I went to Paris to celebrate my sister's birthday ahead of time since she's never been to Paris, and it was whimsical - just like the first and second time I visited. Walking around Montmartre reminded me of my first trip to Paris when I fell in love with the city. I knew Paris was beautiful, but it really feels like a dream when you're there. I don't think I've ever had a bad experience in Paris besides the grumpy man at customs. Everyone was friendly and helpful every time I visited Paris. 

The first couple of days in Paris I retraced my steps in Montmartre and showed my sister my favorite spots and discovered new places together. I would have to say second arrondissement will have to be my new spot in Paris, a foodie's paradise if you love Japanese and Korean food. Some food and coffee spots I would definitely recommend while in Paris are Rice & Fish, Sanukiya, Holybelly, Peonies, Cafe Tabac, and Sadaharu Aoki (matcha croissants...need I say more?). Some concept stores that I would also recommend are Madeline & Gustave, Sezane, and Merci. 

I wanted to go to at least one museum while in Paris and we were debating whether or not to go to the Louvre. I had already went to the Louvre the first time I visited and for the sake of time we decided to go to Musee d'Orsay instead, where they surprisingly had a lot of post impressionism art collection from Van Gogh and Monet. Van Gogh has always been my favorite artist growing up, and I always admired his work as cliche as it may sound. While growing up I would paint Starry Night over and over again, trying my best to replicate his masterpiece. I would have to say highlight of my trip would've been seeing Van Gogh's work and walking up the dome of the Basilique du Sacre Coeur. Such a breathtaking and stunning view of Montmartre and you can even spot the Eiffel Tower in the distance. 

I'm crossing my fingers and hoping that the next time I visit France I spend time in the countryside. I would love to spend my time just admiring mother nature and to get away from the city life. Any cities in France you recommend visiting?

Love, Sharon