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Au Printemps, Galleries Lafayette, and Macarons!

It’s our first morning waking up in Paris.  We’ve had coffee and breakfast, and now we’re heading out to visit two of Paris’ most famous department stores, Au Printemps and Galleries Lafayette.  It’s fun to see these great establishments, and as a bonus, two of Paris’ premier macaron makers, Ladurée and Hermé, are located within.  We’re going to have our own little macaron tasting contest.  Which one will be our favorite — Ladurée or Hermé?  It will be fun finding out!

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Paris Starbucks, Ladurée, and Hermé

I’ve been out foraging for provisions on our first morning in Paris. I was ready to head back to the apartment when I realized I had forgotten to get coffee when I was in the supermarket. I had been out for quite awhile, so even though we were in Paris, I decided to go to a Starbucks. – Yep, that’s right, Starbucks.  There was one just down the street on the corner.

Inside the Starbucks, there was a line, just like any Starbucks at home.   But that was where the similarity ended. Quite a few of the drinks on the menu board didn’t have the same names as the ones I’m familiar with. Continue reading “Paris Starbucks, Ladurée, and Hermé”