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Versailles - Journey Through Time - Part II
We're still in Versailles, after a brief pause / visit during the reign of Louis XIII... Our next stop in the P'Niche Time Machine is the...
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Parisian Niche
May 17, 2023
Versailles - Journey Through Time - Part I
Many of you have been following Parisian Niche since its inception (merci!), but several friends are new here (bonjour!). For newer...
Parisian Niche
Dec 4, 2022
French Symbols - La Baguette
P'Niche is truly enjoying researching and sharing some of the other key French symbols, like the fleur de lys, Napoleonic bee, le...
Parisian Niche
Nov 19, 2022
French Symbols - The Phrygian Cap
Quite recently, the mascot for the Olympic Games of 2024 (which will be hosted in Paris) was unveiled. And it is set to be (drumroll...
Parisian Niche
Nov 17, 2022
Hooray - Le Beaujolais Nouveau Est Arrivé!
Are you looking for the perfect French host or hostess gift to take to your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving feast? Boy, does P'Niche have...
Parisian Niche
Sep 8, 2022
French Symbols - Le Tricolore - French Flag
We have had lots of fun researching and learning about some of the other French symbols, like the fleur de lys and the Napoleonic bee. ...
Parisian Niche
Aug 18, 2022
French Symbols - The Napoleonic Bee
While we recently learned more about the history of the fleur de lys, and Paris' motto, another thing you will see all over Paris (and...
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Aug 5, 2022
French Symbols - Paris' Motto - Fluctuat Nec Mergitur
While we recently learned more about the history of the fleur de lys, Paris' motto has remained as constant as the city itself for...
Parisian Niche
Jul 29, 2022
French Symbols - La Fleur de Lys
The fleur de lys (or fleur de lis, as it is often spelled, and both are equally correct) has a decidedly rich and meaningful history. ...
Parisian Niche
Jul 22, 2022
Travel Etiquette - Ordering a Meal in Paris...
P'Nicher, à table! We have already covered placing your coffee order in Paris - now, it's time to eat! Now, where to begin to place...
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