Paris Ice Cream at Berthillon's

BERTHILLON GLACIER -- Where to find great ice cream in the heart of Paris


There are few things as refreshing as a great scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day. At Berthillion Glacier, you will find some of the world's best ice cream to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Along with ice cream, Berthillon specializes in scrumptious sorbets that come in a plethora of flavors. Some of the more popular flavors are fraise de bois (wild strawberries), and not to be missed is the chocolate-chocolate for the chocolate affectionado.

They have existed for well over 50 years and have a world famous reputation as being one of the best producers in Europe. They use only natural products and traditional recipes with no added chemicals or flavors. They are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Without a doubt Berthillon is a must for any discerning gourmet.

Berthillion Glacier is located right on the Ils St.Louis on that beautiful island in the middle of the Seine River. To top it off there is nothing like a stroll along the Seine to the tip of Ile Saint Louis for a great view of the city with a great scoop of sorbet on a hot day. Hands down the best ice cream in the city.

BERTHILLON GLACIER
31, rue Saint-Louis en l'Ile 75004
PARIS Métro :
Pont Marie, Cite, or Hotel de Ville

Rentals in Paris is proud to provide this information to our guests as one of the wonderful Paris establishments that we can highly recommend.

Neill Porteous
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Rentals in Paris
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Paris Cinema en Plein Air

With activities ranging from canoeing on the seine to free salsa classes at the villette, the summer in Paris has lots to offer even the most finiky of travellers.

This week kicks off the 18th annual Cinema en Plein Air. It is a free outdoor film festival held in the Parc de la Villette in the 19th arrondisment of Paris. Starting on Tuesday the 15th of July, it runs until the 17th of august, showing films projected on a big screen every night for free. All the films are shown in their original format with french subtitles for the English movies.

This year's theme is Ava, Rita, Gina...les étoiles ne meurent jamais ( the stars that never die.) This years selections include Lost in Translation, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, O'Brother Where Art Thou, Who's Affraid of Virginia Wolf, The Good the Bad and the Ugly, to name a few. There are also films by directors Akira Kurasowa, and Pedro Almodovar.

For a full listing you can go to the official site at www.villette.com, or www.cinema.arbo.com. So bring a blanket, prepare a picnic, and enjoy the show.

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The Crystal Skull in Paris?

Known for great food, romantic atmosphere and a wealth of cultural activity, Paris can also be quite an adventurous place! The Quai Branly Museum is exposing the Crystal Skull for the opening of the latest episode of the Indiana Jones saga: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull!
From May the 20th to September the 14th, this museum, specialized in primitive art, is unveiling this ancient artefact, whose origins and conception’s are still surrounded by the greatest mysteries!
The Crystal Skull, a 5 inch high clear quartz ‘skull-pture’, was discovered in the 19th century on the land of the Aztec civilization and never stopped fascinating people ever since it first integrated the Trocadero Ethnology Museum in 1878, as a gift from the explorer Alphonse Pinart.
It was long considered a masterpiece representing Mictlantecuhtli, the ruler of Mictlan, the world of the dead. Its secrets are now yours to discover…

http://www.quaibranly.fr
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Paris NON SMOKING capital

As of January 1st 2008, Paris finally moved into the new age of healthy well being. Smoking has finally been banned in all public places, despite the disgruntled cafe and restaurant owners who felt it would be the end of their businesses.

Thus far, the statistics have not demonstrated reduced patronage in either restaurants or cafes and things do seem a lot more 'lung friendly' these days.

Smokers are doing their thing in the streets in front of the buildings where they work or eat their meals, and for the moment, smokers and non smokers seem to be living peacefully in this beautiful city.

Just another great reason to plan to come back to Paris and to enjoy fully the wonderful restaurants and cafes in this new pleasant environment.

Glenn Cooper
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Chic Parisienne -- Rachel Kaplan

Rachel Kaplan, author of her outstanding guides about France including Best Buys to French Chic has just created her new website in order to share her knowledge and experience in the nicer aspects of French living with those of us who are new to Paris. She has wonderful insights and is in touch with so many aspects of good French living, that it's worth it just to have a look at her website (www.chicparisienne.com). You can also email her directly with any questions you have about what she and her team can do for you: rachel.kaplan@orange.fr

Glenn Cooper
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Paris visitors can use Bicycles as part of the Vel Lib program

Starting on July 15th, Paris has offered a new system of transportation to all people living in and visiting the City of Light. More than 10,000 bicycles will be available for rent from 750 self-service stations located conveniently throughout the the capital.

The Paris city authorities have created this program called « Vélib’ », this summer. The principle is simple: pick up a bike from one station and leave it at any other station at any moment during the day, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Vélib’ stations are very conveniently located, every 300 meters or so (about the same distance as metro stations are placed throughout Paris) and include a terminal and bike racks.

Annual, weekly, or hourly subscriptions enable everyone (i.e. Paris visitors) to have the opportunity to take advantage of this wonderful new travel option within Paris boundaries. The city has planned to expand the program and by year end, there will be over 1,500 stations and twice as many bicycles available.

Glenn Cooper
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Great Paris restaurants

We like to offer our guests suggestions concerning restaurants that we love and go to regularly. The list is a bit eclectic with a variety of different foods. The service is usually very good in these restaurants and you will eat very well.

1. Chez Georges: 1 rue du Mail, 75002 Paris: Tel: 01.42.60.07.11

2. Thai (Excellent Thai cuisine): 39 rue St. Roch, 75001 Paris: Tel: 01.42.96.28.24 (If you mention Mr. Cooper they will treat you extra kindly)

3. Au Vieux Paris: 24 rue Chanoinesse, 75004 Paris: tel: 01.40.51.78.52 (Again, mention Mr. Cooper and they might even offer you a drink). Owner: Georges

4. Il Poeta (Italian): 31 rue Richelieu, 75001 Paris: Tel: 01.42.60.06.71 (Mention Mr. Cooper here as well)

5. Bistro de Breteuil: 3 place du Breteuil, 75007 Paris: Tel: 01.45.67.07.27 (A great Parisian brasserie near the Eiffel Tower... Price fix menu very reasonable)

6. L'Ecume: 25 boulevard Henri IV, 75004 Paris (next to the Bastille): Tel: 01.42.72.39.85 (A famous steak house)

Any of these great Parisian restaurants will be well worth the trip. I hope you enjoy them all.

Glenn Cooper
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2 bedroom 2 bathroom Place des Vosges Paris apartment rental

Rentals in Paris is proud to announce our brand new two bedroom two bathroom upscale apartment located at the Place des Vosges in Paris' famous Marais district. It has been entirely renovated and designed with beautiful taste, a number of antiques and put together with all modern comfort we always offer our guests (beautiful bathrooms, high speed internet WiFi, high quality beds, fully functional kitchen, telephone service including calls to the US, Canada, Australia, most European countries, Japan and Israel).

The apartment is located in one of the cornerstone buildings of the Place des Vosges and on the side street exiting the Place, the Rue de Birague.

Please click here to view our beautiful Paris apartment rental:
www.rentals-paris.com/birague.shtml

Glenn Cooper
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Paris current events

Spring time has arrived in Paris and like each year, there are many new expositions, events and general happenings that are all under way. Here are a few of Paris' current events as brought to you from Rentals in Paris (www.rentals-paris.com) .

1. The Picasso CARMEN exposition at the Paris Picasso Museum (March 21-June 24). Telephone: 01.42.71.25.21

2. Jean Paul Gaultier Fashion exposition being shown at the Paris Musee de la Mode et du Textile (March 22-September 23). Telephone: 01.44.55.67.50

3. The Toy Boat exposition at the Paris Marine Museum (March 21-October 1). Telephone 01.53.65.69.69

4. New Realism exposition at the Grand Palais (March 28th-July 2nd) Tel: 01.44.13.17.17

5. The Circo Aereo (Paris Circus), playing at the Parc de la Vilette (March 28th-April 22nd). Telephone: 01.40.03.75.75

You can also go to the Paris tourism office's main website to see additional current events. www.parisinfo.com

See you soon in Paris.
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New Luxury Marais Townhouse

Rentals in Paris is pround to announce that we have just added on a beautiful private townhouse located in the heart of Paris' historic Marais district. Located on a quiet side street (the Rue des Ecouffes) near the Jewish quarter (Rue des Rosiers) the St. Paul metro station, the Place des Vosges and the Hotel de Ville, this beautiful two bedroom and two bathroom townhouse is a welcome addition to our offerings for our guests.

Please click here to view our elegant contemporary Rue des Ecouffes Paris townhouse:
http://www.rentals-paris.com/ecouffes.shtml

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New luxury two bedroom apartment Paris 7th

Rentals in Paris is happy to announce our brand new two bedroom apartment located in the nicest part of the 7th district, a few feet from The Musee D'Orsay, Boulevard St. Germain and the Bon Marche.

Our Rue Vaneau Paris apartment rental has two bedrooms (one queen size bed and two twin beds) a spacious living room with separate dining area, a full kitchen, full bathroom with bathtub, and a separate WC. The entire apartment has full length Parisian windows that provide excellent light throughout the apartment. The original oak wood floors have been fully restored to their original beauty.

The apartment has high speed internet (WIFI), telephone service including phone calls to most European countries, the US, Canada, Australia, Japan and China, cable tv, a washing machine and dryer, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Please click here to view our beautiful Rue Vaneau two bedroom Paris apartment:

http://www.rentals-paris.com/vaneau.shtml

Please feel free to email us any questions you have or you can reserve directly online.

Thanks.

Glenn Cooper
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