Eating Out
A little bit of this, a little bit of that, and a little bit of the other. Dersou (rue Saint-Nicolas in the Bastille neighbourhood) is all things to all customers. It opens at 9am, does a turn as the classic Paris café at lunchtime, takes a quick...
Shopping
Given France's strong historical enthusiasm for cycling as both a sport and a pastime, it's a surprise to hear that Steel Cyclewear & Coffeeshop is the first of its kind in Paris. Part equipment boutique, part social hub, it's the sort of place that...
Eating Out
As their name promises, the guys and girls at Quixotic Projects like to do things differently. The hospitality group is on a mission to broaden the culinary horizons of Paris; we are a little hot and bothered over their Mexican restaurant...
Eating Out
Paris is crammed to the rafters with plenty of cafés and restaurants serving up great French cuisine, so it's no wonder that foreign imports don't usually make too many waves on the city's dining scene. Here's a place that's got folks...
Shopping
The amazing renovation job at bohemian bathhouse turned infamous nightclub turned ultra-swanky hotel Les Bains means even the briefest of visits to the Paris venue is sure to be a memorable one, but that doesn't mean it's not worth taking a souvenir...
Hotels
Back in the Roaring Twenties, the Hôtel Bachaumont was at the heart of the social scene in the Montorgueil neighbourhood. The institution is named after another fixture of Paris society from the 18th Century; Louis Petit de Bachaumont was one of...
Eating Out
In these times of uncertainty, it's good to have strong beliefs to hold on to. Some choose one of the great world religions, but in the Saint-Germain neighbourhood of Paris, it's dough, cheese and tomato sauce that's being worshipped at the...
Hotels
While many Paris hotels renovators are reaching for the the tassels and velveteen in order to recreate the city's Belle Époque golden age, the Hotel Henriette has channelled what are arguably even more stylish periods in Paris history by revisiting...
Hotels
The socialites of Paris during the Belle Époque had a fine old time. With plenty of cash in the bank and nothing so vulgar as an actual job to eat into their leisure time, much of it was spent at the theatre, the ballet, in restaurants and the...
Hotels
François Auguste Guerbois was the host with the most in 19th Century Paris. His Café Guerbois was frequented by the city's great artists and intellectuals, and when he opened a private bathhouse — Les Grands Bains Guerbois, in 1885 — it...
Landmarks
“Oh! You have to say that's magnificent!” Barry Davies wouldn't need a Maradona worldie to get excited about when visiting Bordeaux's new 42,000 stadium. Even empty — perhaps especially empty — the ground has a dazzling finish to make even...
Eating Out
Even the sophisticated diners of Paris occasionally give the haute cuisine a miss in favour of a good burger, and judging by the company's rapid expansion it seems the burgers from the PNY (Paris New York) chain are better than most. This outlet in...
City Notes
“A masterclass in conceptuality,” a hotel that “takes you on a fuzzy trip of vague recollection,” and “a paradise of inimitable escapism.” That’s what we said about Port de Sóller’s impressive Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel three...
City Notes
Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
City Notes
The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
Stuff Crush
See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
Dispatches
Affiliate marketing has emerged as one of the most lucrative and accessible ways for individuals and businesses to generate passive income online. With its low barrier to entry and high earning potential, it’s no wonder that affiliate marketing...
Dispatches
In today's fast-paced world, prioritising self-care is crucial; stress, environmental factors, and hectic schedules take a toll on physical appearance and overall well-being. Traditional spas provide relaxation through massages and facials, yet med...
Dispatches
Long-time perusers of these pages will know about our love affair with Barcelona’s convention shattering Sónar festival; having just completed the musical programme for its forthcoming 32nd edition, We Heart can already feel the sticky spirit of...
Dispatches
Hotels around the world are constantly searching for new ways to improve the guest experience, and innovation has become a key part of their strategy. Modern travellers expect more than just a clean room and a comfortable bed. They are looking for...