(Photo source) Bastille Day may have come and gone, but not without celebration from this Bistro Chic! Each year, my husband and I try to remember the French holiday in our own way, whether it's having a French-themed dinner at home, seeing the latest French movie, or perusing a French market. Continue reading
18 June 2012 
5 Days at Royal Ascot
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(photo source) This year marks the 301st year of Royal Ascot, the most valuable and popular horse race meeting in Europe. From June 19 to June 23, over 30 races will take place and £4.5 million in prize money will be at stake. If you are not one of the 300,000 visitors expected to attend this Continue reading
92 Days of Summer
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(photo source) A French girl knows how important it is to have something to look forward to - especially in the summer. So, each year as Memorial Day approaches, I buy a calendar and start filling in all of the plans I have for the next 92 days (Memorial Day to Labor Day). And, in true French Continue reading
17 May 2012 
Even Small Changes Can Improve Your Life
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Like many of us, I have so many things I want to do - travel more, exercise more, eat better, read more....the list goes on and on. However, all of the things we want to do combined with all of the things we need to do can make us so overwhelmed that we become paralyzed and, as a result, fail to Continue reading
23 April 2012 
French Connection in Chicago
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Not only did I have a very Nespresso birthday, but I also had a very French birthday! And you all know how I adore all things French. Aside from tasting a very steamy Nespresso latte - which could be considered French, Italian, or European in general, I loved perusing the vintage-looking Continue reading
19 April 2012 
A Very Nespresso Birthday
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Last weekend, my husband treated me to an overnight in city for my birthday. After checking into the Hotel Palomar (a fantastic boutique hotel in Chicago), we headed to Bloomingdale's Home Store to view its Nespresso products. As I walked through the doors, I was completely surprised and nearly Continue reading
29 March 2012 
I Love Paris in the Springtime….
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(photo source) ....and you will too when you read these 21 Things to Do Outside in Paris in the Spring! Enjoy! Continue reading
19 March 2012 
The ABC’s of French Art
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It may come to no surprise that I love...no adore ....decor with French sayings on them. Whether it's bistro style art framed for a restaurant wall or little soaps that say bonjour, I'm a pushover for just about anything with scripted French writing. So, as you can imagine, I was completely Continue reading
13 February 2012 
A Bistro Chic Valentine’s Day
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(photo source) Bonjour everyone! Just returned from sunny and not so warm Florida and am completely worn out. However, I am not too tired to offer some last minute Valentine's Day tips for all of you Bistro Chic readers. If you're looking to celebrate the day of love with a European flair, be Continue reading
29 December 2011 
New Year’s With a French Twist
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(photo source) Bonjour everyone! The end of 2011 is just days away which means planning for New Year’s celebrations is in full swing. If you’re hosting a New Year’s Eve Party or a New Year’s Day brunch, why not give your soirée a French twist? And before you roll your eyes at this Francophile Continue reading
21 November 2011 
Dreaming in French
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Need a little ooh la la in your life? Stop by Pinterest - your very own muse for Champagne wishes and French dreams. I must say, that pup in the striped tee is tres chic.... Continue reading
26 September 2011 
Pinterest: Daily Inspiration from France
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If you're ever in need of some quick inspiration or just something to make you smile, check out Pinterest, a virtual pinboard where people "pin up" amazing photos of any from gourmet food, fashion, pets, and kids. You can search for just about anything too - and when you do, expect to see a Continue reading
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