We were in Paris for a few days just before Christmas last year. We expected the city to be a riot of holiday cheers, but were somewhat disappointed. We still managed to do a fair amount of walking, eating and shopping, so not a total loss. It was still Paris, though. Beautiful anytime of the year. And yes, I'm very late in posting these.
WHERE WE STAYED
Grand Hotel du Palais Royal: Terrifically comfortable hotel in an excellent location: The Grand Hotel du Palais Royal
WHERE WE DINED
Frenchie to Go: The casual lunch offshoot of the popular Frenchie: Frenchie to Go Frenchie: The highly-acclaimed French restaurant; reservations required: Frenchie Le Severo: Reputably the best steak frites in Paris (its very good!): Listing on Foursquare Kunitoraya: Remarkably authentic Japanese udon; prepare to share a crowded table: Kunitoraya Willi's Wine Bar: Great casual drinking spot known for its collection and sale of art & posters: Willi's Wine Bar Les Fables de la Fontaine: Very modern, fancy-shmancy French seafood. Good, but expensive: Le Fables de la Fontaine Au Pied de Cochon: One of the most popular brasseries in Paris; famous for their pig's trotter with bernaise: Au Pied de Cochon
