Paris, France — He would become one of the greatest Renaissance artists of Florence, in short one of the greatest of the Renaissance. Artist, designer, a life and a studio shrouded in […]
The Beauty of Botticelli
Delving into Dubuffet
Paris, France — Opera Gallery, one of the most prestigious galleries in Paris is hosting an exhibition showcasing the world of Jean Dubuffet in its immense exhibition space on the Faubourg Saint-Honoré, […]
A Gourmet Gazette Fine Wine Find: the Jurançon of the Domaine Cauhapé
It is one of those rare wines, sweet yet not too sweet. Perfect for cocktail hour but great with foie gras, a dessert course or blue and green-veined cheeses, the blues, the […]
It’s Champagne Time with Pertois-Lebrun
It’s another vintage champagne for the house of Pertois-Lebrun. They have just brought out their Egoiste 2013 vintage a Blanc de Blancs bursting with the great flavor and savor of 100% Chardonnay […]
Moments in Time: Winter Snow Is Coming
The gemstones seem to have floated in the air over to the watch dial and bracelet. This is the marvel of a complex technique known as snow setting. Diamonds are placed side […]
Gourmet Gazette Fine Italian Wine Finds
Paris, France — It was that something that Paris needed, a shop specialized in Italian wines located in the heart of Montparnasse Vino Roma, a shop dedicated to finding the finest in […]
Prophecies in Porcelain
It is sensual, white, shiny, pure and delicate at the same time: porcelain, that magic material one usually associates with elegant tableware. It was in Limoges in the center of France that […]
Moments in Time: Ballon d’Or Time
Paris, France — It’s that time of year again when the Ballon d’or is awarded to the football (soccer) player of the year. This year’s ceremony took place in Paris on November […]
Marvelous Medals from the Mint, the Paris Mint
Paris, France —The French Mint throughout its long and illustrious existence has worked closely with artists and designers to create its most emblematic of objects, the medal. In 2020, the establishment launched […]
The Finesse of Fine Arts Paris
Paris, France — It proved to be an elegant show nestled into a beautifully designed space in the Carrousel du Louvre from November 6th to the 11th, with each exhibitor seemingly all […]
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