The food products are so numerous that it would take an infinite amount of time to decode the packaging in order to understand its composition. Then, according to statistics, it takes no more than 30 seconds to choose a product! No wonder then that we let ourselves be deceived: reading the list of ingredients on the packaging makes us more responsible and allows us to be better informed about the product and its effects on our health...

The Covid-19 unfortunately continues its progression in France and the French are also rushing to the supermarkets to stock up on food: pasta, pasta and more pasta... However, simple rules exist to continue to eat healthily during the quarantine. Here are 10 recommendations that can be read in the French press these days… (attention all these recommendations are only during this crisis, it is important to exercise also at home and to maintain a healthy lifestyle as much as possible).

Paris and romance, they go together like champagne and oysters, coffee and croissants, that\'s why beloved couples make a pilgrimage to the French capital every year on Valentine\'s Day or go on honey moon in the Ville Lumière. But why is Paris the \"city of love\" and does it really deserve the title?


\"e6ac7f0bcae9638a7ed00692a494d7cc\"What makes the French capital, more than any other city in the world, considered THE romantic city par excellence and THE destination par excellence for Valentine\'s Day getaways and newlyweds.

The beauty of Paris

With the great central Paris designed by Baron Georges Haussman, as well as the charming cobbled streets of Montmartre and the Marais, it is no wonder that Paris is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

A walk through the city hand in hand is certainly more romantic than a ride on a bus or metro, and the small size of Paris and its wide streets make it an ideal place to stroll around and admire the scenery. There is always something beautiful around the next corner.

 

 

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Over the years, many films such as \"French Kiss\", \"Amélie\" and \"Minuit à Paris\" have incorporated a certain idea of the French capital that is difficult to shake. Not to mention Woody Allen and his romantic betting show.

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The romantic aspect is a cultural and artistic heritage.

Because it is considered a romantic city, and many artists have portrayed it as a city where love is king.The romantic aspect is a cultural and artistic heritage, with the romantic current in literature (Rousseau, Hugo, Mme de Staël, Musset, Chateaubriand...). It is also tributes in music in the repertoires of Charles Trenet, Edith Piaf, Jacques Brel, Joe Dassin that have contributed to the popularity of this expression. Paris is an open-air museum-city, which offers many activities commonly considered as \"romantic\": walks along the Seine, strolls in parks and gardens, visits to museums, cruises on flyboats, the many restaurants celebrating French gastronomy...

 

 

The reputation of Parisians, romantics and flirts?

The French are considered to be romantic Latins. Being the \"lovecapital, foreign tourists will therefore often associate Paris with the fact that it symbolizes the whole of France and therefore the city of lovers. Moreover, throughout the world, the French have indeed the reputation of being effective seducers. The French language, itself, is often considered one of the most beautiful and therefore seductive by foreigners. True or false, this first factor could explain the influence of Paris as \"the most romantic city in the world\".

The capital of idyllic and romantic photos on Instagram

It is therefore the cliché of a postcard famous for its monuments (Eiffel Tower, Sacré-Coeur, Pont des Arts, Louvre, etc) and its particular light that make it an ideal setting for all romantic tourists who wish to take idyllic photos on Instagram ;)

Romantic places on every corner

\"loveBut Paris is above all romantic places everywhere! Unusual or famous, the city abounds with places, good deals, activities to do as lovers to spend delicious moments. There is something for everyone. Because of its history, its fame and its landscapes, Paris shines among the European capitals. The richness of its places, the beauty of its landscapes, the fact that one can believe oneself in a romantic comedy at any moment give it that special aspect. Paris therefore seems to deserve its title of \"the most romantic city in the world\".

Are you in the hunt for a chic and effortless Parisian looking? The hairstyle is fundamental and for the last two years the fringe cut have been everywhere. But as always the Parisian woman even with fringe has a style all her own. Let's try to decipher together... First rule: while bangs can be worn on most hairstyles, they don't necessarily fit everyone and can't necessarily correspond to all hair types, so you'll have to be critical in front of the mirror and make a few adjustments to its shape or length for a true Parisian look. If you've always hesitated to adopt it in 2019, this year it's almost unavoidable in Paris provided you choose the right fringe.

A Parisian, or Parisienne in French, is a charming woman, often chic but complex and paradoxical. Let’s be clear: you can be charming without an ultra-bright smile and chic in blue jeans. The Parisian has an elusive personality that’s hard to pin down. At first, she comes off as distant and a little cold. But fairly quickly you realize she’s refined but nice. She’s saucy, with a stinging sense of humor. She likes to surprise you. She’ll open up when you least expect it, then suddenly pull back into her shell, and finally go back to being her charming self again.


\"11470cc8128c821f264590831431083f\"Everybody talks about Parisian charm. Perhaps part of our charm stems from being mysterious. We’re like hidden, genetically programmed behavior codes that only other Parisians know how to read and use. You hear a lot about French attitude or typically Parisian behavior. Well, I guess it’s true. We have typical ways of acting with our friends, our men, our kids, and strangers. We know what we want and how to get it, but we won’t reveal our strategy too much. 

There’s the native Parisian, born and bred in Paris, and then there’s the “Parisian by adoption.” As it turns out, it can be hard to tell them apart. Fortunately, you don’t have to be born Parisian to become Parisian. According to Karl Lagerfeld, “You don’t even have to be French to be Parisian”— provided, however, that you have a good friend like me, a benevolent godmother who takes you under her wing and reveals all the tricks of the trade. And, of course, provided you have the proper survival guide from which to extract essential pearls of wisdom as needed. Where can you find it? It’s in your hand! 

Be careful. Becoming Parisian is possible, but it’s an art. It takes a lot of work to achieve the supreme result: perfect style that looks natural and spontaneous. One day you’ll finally \"30438603567190ccf731178a69984bab\"mange, but watch out—if you want to stay glamorous, there’s no letting up. One slip and you’re a “has been.” Not that I want to be discouraging. Hang in there and follow my advice. Write my tips on post-its and stick them on the fridge, on your bathroom mirror, and on the dashboard of your car. In no time, “Parisian-ness” will soon become an automatic reflex. 

Another part of our appeal is the way we mix our grandmothers’ traditions with the latest trends. We dream of traditional dishes with rich sauces but nourish ourselves on steamed haricots verts (French beans) with barely a dash of olive oil. We enjoy simple and light nouvelle cuisine but also love not-so-light Italian recipes that we happily blend into our own culinary heritage. This is sometimes known as “the French paradox.” It is the art of masterfully juggling styles, of nimbly shifting back and forth between apparently contradictory trends. It is an acquired skill. 

We’re brought up to be careful about the way we speak; language is part of our image and bearing. Yet we don’t hesitate to adapt some of the “in” expressions of our teenage children, which are not always refined but are an unavoidable part of urban life. Pop slang one moment, literary discussion the next—it’s not always easy to keep up with our conversation, but that’s just the way it goes, for the Parisian does not have a moment to spare! 

We are said to be elegant. Even if our style is meticulously planned, it must look very natural. Once again, we have our little secrets. There are strict rules for being and staying chic, whether we’re getting married, strolling the banks of the Seine, or sipping a cocktail at Café de Flore, a legendary sidewalk café in the quaint Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. The same goes for our \"18ed3d4c278f86998c2134deb1ad202e\"kids. They must be well bred, well behaved, and impeccably dressed.

My girlfriends in the States are always telling me how Parisian I am and asking me for advice on shopping and style. I take the compliments with all due modesty. Of course, we know all the right addresses in the French capital for just about everything—from the fanciest chocolate éclair to the best private sales. We’re very proud to boast about our “finds,” but only rarely will we actually divulge our “secret” addresses. A Parisienne wouldn’t be a Parisienne without her little black book of the “right places.” After all, whether you’re looking for a soup bar, a hat boutique, or a health spa, “in” is “in, “out” is “out,” and Heaven have mercy on anyone who doesn’t know the difference! 

The Parisian is said to be svelte. But do we ever love our pastries, sausage, and cheese, none of which is exactly great for a woman’s figure! How do we keep the weight off? Let’s say that we are constantly on guard, preferring the philosophy of “preventing and correcting” to that of “repairing and healing.”

Last but not least, the Parisian woman would not be what she is without Paris, a city that is sublime but often gray, an exciting place but also a tough one. Paris is a magnificent setting, a stage for the greatest celebrities of our time. Paris is also a demanding place to live. If you are worthy of the Ville Lumière (City of Light), you won’t be seen dead in baggy sportswear or sloppy shoes. Paris is a city where people are expected to outdo themselves. There are strict rules here about what is and isn’t done. If one is or aspires to be Parisian, one behaves as \"b8073220fef085ed85f172d263840428\"expected 24/7, even when traveling. Paris is a harsh mistress, but the Parisian bends to her strict rules and criticism with pride. She is proud of the beauty of the city and its cultural riches. This pride can be sensed in her character.

To keep her face looking naturally youthful even as time marches on, to keep her figure despite a sweet tooth, and to live up to her famous reputation, the Parisian woman must constantly have the right attitude at the right moment. 

 

If you want to know more about… read my book “Tips from a true Parisian woman” (Rizzoli).

Imprescindibili nel mondo della moda, le blogger diffondono le tendenze, condividendo le proprie « cotte » con i loro fan. Ecco le blogger francesi che hanno saputo inserirsi in questo mondo che appartiene loro a pieno titolo.

Questa estate giravo per strade e mercatini di Parigi (tipo rue Mouffetard, nel 5ème, per intenderci), con Carla, una mia amica italiana, una che ha girato il mondo, sempre assetata di sapere e avida di conoscenze. Con un caldo quasi equatoriale, passiamo davanti a un banco di frutta e verdure dove Carla, scopre qualcosa che sembra interessarla moltissimo. Si tratta di coloratissimi figues de Barbarie, come noi chiamiamo i vostri fichidindia. 

Love in Paris.....

Are you enthralled by Paris but only have a few days to discover one of the most bewitching of capitals? Here is an idea of a romantic visit… Montmartre, Medici Fountain, hôtels particuliers (mansion houses) in the Marais...

Imprescindibili nel mondo della moda, le blogger diffondono le tendenze, condividendo le proprie « cotte » con i loro fan. Ecco le blogger francesi che hanno saputo inserirsi in questo mondo che appartiene loro a pieno titolo.

Ecco il condensato e lo spirito di una delle più belle e originali riviste che siano mai state create. Si chiama ÉGOÏSTE ed è rigorosamente stampata in bianco e nero… Fin dal 1977, anno della sua prima apparizione in edicola, quarantuno anni fa, sono usciti soltanto 18 numeri! Appena si sparge la voce che un nuovo numero di ÉGOÏSTE è in vendita, se non siete dotati di velocità supersonica per recarvi ad acquistarlo all'edicola più vicina, non lo troverete più: è già esaurito!

Dedicated to all women who recognize Frenchwomen as genuine style models, this book is an appealing, pocket-size guide to French style and glamour, with 103 practical and concrete tips and delightful photos and sketches. 

Have you ever seen how a real Parisian woman eats the most common of sea foods, mussels? Invite her to dinner at one of the many Léon de Bruxelles scattered around Paris. She will be tempted by the most classic dish on the menu, famous "Moules marinière", served in the traditional casserole with cast-iron lid. She will chat pleasantly with you, sip a glass of cool red wine, not a beer, and will have an indescribable expression of satisfaction when the moules arrive at the table. Now, watch her carefully…

The charm of Parisians is as unmistakable as it is indecipherable ... Now a book explains their secret to us “ Sophie the Parisian, style tips from a true parisian Woman" (Rizzoli). "We don't look at the appearance," says the writer Nathalie Peigney. "What matters are self-esteem and savoir vivre". By Virginia Ricci for Io Donna magazine.

Il 18 maggio, Francesca Lorenzoni presenterà al Circolo dei Lettori a Torino, il libro «Sophie la Parigina, 103 cose da fare per essere come lei» (Rizzoli), insieme all’autrice Nathalie Peigney. Francesca Lorenzoni è una blogger e scrittrice che racconta, in rete e con un libro, le signore di mezza età. Le ho fatto qualche domanda che interesserà sicuramente tante di noi…

“La parigina è classica nei gusti, eppure risolutamente contemporanea”, dice la scrittrice Nathalie Peigney. Attiva e dinamica, la parigina si muove con disinvoltura tra casa, figli e ufficio. Buongustaia e conviviale, guarda alla qualità dell’alimentazione più che alla linea…

Il fascino delle parigine è tanto inconfondibile quanto indecifrabile… Ora un libro ci spiega il loro segreto: “Non guardiamo all’apparenza”, spiega la scrittrice Nathalie Peigney, “quel che conta sono autostima e saper vivere”. Di Virginia Ricci.

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Published by RIZZOLI, Sophie the Parisian's is a modern life style guide about PARIS. Illustrated with color drawings by Alessandra Ceriani, complemented by a list of Parisians' favorite locations and enriched with gastronomic recipes. After the international success of Nathalie Peigney's first, self-published edition, this luxurious book, will be available for purchase for Fall 2018.

Comportarsi come lei non è facile, ma possibile. Anche per chi non vive nella Ville Lumière. Ecco come fare, in 15 mosse, dal libro SOPHIE LA PARIGINA di Nathalie Peigney (Rizzoli).

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Diana è “La” parigina per eccellenza. Alta, slanciata un portamento ineffabile e un carattere dallo charme pazzesco e sorprendentemente contrastante, grazie al quale passa da improvvisi scoppi di risa a sguardi pieni di emozionante tenerezza. Direttrice legale – nella vita –  di un’importante radio, Diane riesce a destreggiarsi tra un’argomentazione giuridica e una chiacchiera mondana, e riesce anche ad affrontare un colloquio confidenziale con il brio di una gran signora. In sua compagnia, si potrebbero passare ore e ore…

Being Parisian? It’s feeling the mad energy that makes Paris so vibrant; it’s soaking up the culture in every corner of the city; and it’s the people you meet here. Parisianness means elegance and a certain lifestyle. It means keeping your smile, despite the Parisian reputation for being so bad-tempered. It also means travelling a lot, although you would never think of living anywhere else!

Brigitte de Roquemaurel è un’autentica parigina, ha lo charme, l’intelligenza pratica e ironica e, per finire, la classe così innata delle donne che vivono nella Ville Lumière, un’eleganza natural-chic, che non cade mai nell’esagerazione. A suo parere, l’«Essere parigina» vuol dire avere carattere, personalità, femminilità e una certa dose di sensibilità…

Buon anno a tutti

Béatrice, Brigitte, Catherine, Cécile, Chantal, Charlotte, Isabelle, Marion, Nicole, Maxime e io Sophie, tutta la squadra del blog Sophie the Parisian vi augura un bellissimo e felicissimo Anno Nuovo. Siete stati molti, moltissimi, a seguirci da tre anni, grazie di cuore! Per noi, il 2018 sarà un appuntamento importante, con l'uscita a marzo della nuovissima edizione di Sophie la Parigina pubblicata da Rizzoli e la creazione di nuovi prodotti per la boutique di Sophie. La nostra missione sarà sempre e comunque divertirvi e informarvi, per raccontarvi la vita a Parigi e svelarvi i segreti di una parigina dei giorni nostri. Buon Anno a tutti!

Have you ever seen how a real Parisian woman eats the most common of sea foods, mussels? Invite her to dinner at one of the many Léon de Bruxelles scattered around Paris. She will be tempted by the most classic dish on the menu, famous "Moules marinière", served in the traditional casserole with cast-iron lid. She will chat pleasantly with you, sip a glass of cool red wine, not a beer, and will have an indescribable expression of satisfaction when the moules arrive at the table. Now, watch her carefully…

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Edizione Italiana

Edita da RIZZOLI, Sophie la Parigina è una guida di stile moderna su PARIGI. Illustrata dai disegni di Alessandra Ceriani, completata da un elenco degli indirizzi preferiti dalla parigina e arricchita di ricette gastronomiche.

 

English Edition

Published by RIZZOLI New York, Sophie the Parisian'sis a modern life style guide about PARIS. Illustrated with color drawings, complemented by a list of Parisians' favorite locations and enriched with gastronomic recipes.

 
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