OUR VOYAGES

We wander the world in search of beauty, meaning, and the things worth noticing

6/24/26 6/24/26

The Maeght Foundation and Its Exceptional and Unexpected Art Collection

With a modernist design by Catalan architect Josep Lluís Sert, they set out to build a space where modern art, nature, and architecture could co-exist in perfect harmony.

6/17/26 6/17/26

Coqui Coqui Perfumery, From the Yucatán to the Light of Menton

Halfway up, to our surprise, we found a small fragrance boutique set into the landing, one we knew well from our travels in Mexico, a place where tropical scents mingled with Menton’s citrus, stone and the hush of sea air

6/10/26 6/10/26

L'Arbre à Café a Most Thoughtful Cup of Coffee

On a rain-washed morning in Paris, we ducked into L’Arbre à Café on Rue du Nil; the sort of soft, grey day that makes a hot cup feel like a small act of devotion. The space is calm and welcoming,

5/27/26 5/27/26

Fanfan & Loulou a Natural Wine Refuge in Nice’s Quartier du Port

What sets this place apart is the expertly curated, uncompromising wine list, focusing on natural wines from small, passionate producers, each with its own story. Once you step

5/20/26 5/20/26

Chez Pipo, Nice’s Socca Institution

Quite possibly the finest socca in Nice, Chez Pipo has served this Niçoise classic for generations. Socca, for the uninitiated, is a thin savoury pancake made from chickpea flour, water, olive oil,

5/14/26 5/14/26

Les Bains Hotel in Paris

The rooms, designed by Tristan Auer, combine vintage glamour with a soft bohemian edge. They are surprisingly spacious for Paris and built around a moody,

4/22/26 4/22/26

Altro Frenchie | A Modern Italian Gem in the Heart of Paris

We wandered in after a long, happy morning of croissants and coffee across the street at L'Arbre à Café, reading our books in the light rain and distracted by the clink of glasses from the

4/20/26 4/20/26

Fernand Léger Museum, Colour and Modernism on the Côte d’Azur

As you arrive, you are immediately confronted by a massive, colourful mosaic that acts as the building's own masterpiece. Approaching the door, you are welcomed by a KiKi de

4/14/26 4/14/26

Septime, the Neo-Bistro Icon That Redefined Paris Fine Dining

We had spent years circling Septime through its satellites; glasses of natural wine at Septime La Cave, seafood evenings at Clamato, always missing the reservation window, so when we finally

3/30/10 3/30/10

Le Petit Lascaris Romantic Italian Hideaway in Old Nice

Cosy and intimate Italian bistro in the Old Town of Nice, in the heart of the tourist bustle. The restaurant's modest size and its position on a side street in Old Nice makes it