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I now have a bit of an idea of what wines to choose next time I hit the supermarket and I'm off to seek out those amazing French cheeses. Well worth the £52 and a few hours away from the shops and sights of Paris.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19633 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17186
Drinks are reasonable for Paris, this place is well worth stopping in at, on your way up the back streets to Sacré Coeur. Open 4pm - 2am.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17186 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16419
Then head to l'Hôtel Amour where you will have apéritif and dinner in the lovely courtyard. You can also sleep there in one of their stylish rooms.

After that, head over to the restaurant Georges on the top of Centre Pompidou to have coffee while enjoying an awesome view of Paris.

Finally, join the fashionistas for a trendy night at the small but hip Paris-Paris Club, if the bouncer lets you inside bien sûr.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16419 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16307
My wife and I spent over two hours there during our honeymoon (and my wife is only mildly interested in wine). Julien even gave us a bottle as a wedding present! Incredible people.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16307 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16273
If ever you find yourself on Rue des Martyrs take a peek at their amazing array of wine, pastas, salads and vegetables. The beautiful waitresses are also very knowledgeable about the best bars and places to dance in Paris. Try happy hour at Fluid (same street), charming waiters and beautiful music, the perfect place to become a regular.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16273 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16267
Set on two levels, you quite often catch a glimpse of the topless dancers passing from one level to the other via a ladder resembling something seen in a fire station. Meanwhile the beat pumps away, but not too obtrusively.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16267 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16253 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16253 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16211
Congratulate your good fortune with a coupe of Veuve Clicquot from Les Etages, a scruffy, scarlet salon for the tragically hip, before lining the stomach with some classic bistro dishes in Les Philosophes. Take your coffee on a terrasse seat and watch the people parade, parade, parade, all night long.

Then, how about a midnight embrace in nearby Place des Vosges? Pourquoi pas.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16211 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16205 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16205 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15818
A three course meal for around a tenner and the best grub we'd sampled in the city followed by three acts of entertainment (comedy, drama and chanson) where a hat is passed around for tips afterwards.

This local hangout exemplifies what bohemian Paris is all about - culture, charm and cheek (sic).]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15818 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15811
Reime is a beautiful city and gives you an opportunity to sample a few bottles from this fine region. Stay in the heart of the city and leave the car behind.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15811 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15755
Paris food not as good as it used to be? Well if anyone actually was seriously considering the answer to that question, this little restaurant wine-bar tucked away behind the Jardin du Luxembourg is it. The three-course menu for under 30 euros tickles the tastebuds (les papilles) every time, but the real secret about this restaurant is the wine.

Leading a double life as a wine shop, Les Papilles offers wine at ridiculously cheap prices, just add a corkage charge. Guaranteed to make heads turn!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15755 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15677 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15677 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15675
Secreted away in the 5th arrondissement (or Latin Quarter), this open street market offers a wealth of treats for the gourmet-minded.

Look out for top-quality goats' cheese in all shapes and sizes, and enjoy snuffling in bin ends for bargain bottles. And once you have splashed the euros, relax in one of the many restaurants or cafes - located at the far end of the road, opposite a church, Le Pain Quotidien's delicious cappuccino and outside seating gets my vote.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15675 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15663
Why it isn't recognised as an international mecca of bande dessinees is beyond me!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15663 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15655 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15655 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15654
But mind out for the endless amounts of dog poo left by little lap dogs.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15654 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15653 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15653 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15647
The hot chocolate is to die for, rich and sensuous and almost thick enough to stand your spoon up in!

It is open only Thursdays to Sundays, 2pm until 8pm and is situated on 24, rue St louis-en-l'isle. Metro Pont Marie.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15647 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15644
Subtly lit and lorded over by an enormous buddha, this temple-like establishment stays at the forefront of Parisian cool.

While folks come to indulge in the Asian-inspired cuisine, many take advantage of the ambience at the cocktail bar, checking out the beautiful patrons and their style-conscious activities! Tres Bon!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15644