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NYC DIARIES - EVERYTHING I DID IN JULY AND IT’S

NYC DIARIES - EVERYTHING I DID IN JULY AND IT’S WORTH SHARING!

@rosciolinyc - I celebrated my birthday with a dinner at this place. This is a very traditional Roman restaurant with a location in NYC (the Italian location was recommended by Anthony Bourdain). Besides the Roman Feast, they also offer À la Carte.

@loulou.nyc - We had a delicious dinner at this place in Chelsea. Not only does the restaurant feature beautiful decor, with indoor and outdoor seating and super-friendly staff, but the food is delicious.

@qcspa - I can’t get enough of this place. Such a gem, such a nice escape from the city! Love the outdoor pools and the views (and the birthday special is a smart way to visit and save some money).

@fromlucienyc - cute little cake spot in the East Village with delicious and beautiful cakes. The owner was raised in the French countryside, and her cakes are inspired by that.

@itsmrcapri - in a city expensive like NYC, I’d say their happy hour is a great deal!

@rivarenonyc - new gelato spot in the city and I can’t wait to go back and try more of their flavors

@sugarhillicecream - on the same topic, this ice cream shop with a few locations in the city always amazes me with their unique and delicious flavors

@thecookieodyssey - This downtown cookie spot just opened a location in the Upper East Side, and as someone who really loves cookies, I had to stop by to try! The ginger chocolate is def unique!

@fleetfeetnyc - as a runner, I was amazed by this store! Their 3D foot scanning service is incredible and free. The staff is so friendly and they have so much knowledge.

@dimsumgogo can’t wait to go back to this place as well. Such an authentic gem in Chinatown (and prices are really good!).

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#nycthingstodo #nyceats #nyc #newyorkcitylifestyle

July was about getting back to my routine: my new

July was about getting back to my routine: my new work project, running, running in the rain, French classes, celebrating my birthday, book club, more running, and some Unicorn that just had enough. 😂

🇫🇷11 RESTAURANTS TO TRY IN PARIS - SAVE THIS

🇫🇷11 RESTAURANTS TO TRY IN PARIS - SAVE THIS POST!

Finally sharing this list! I had the opportunity to try so many places in Paris - there was plenty of time since I stayed there for a month. Here are my favorites, the ones I would definetely be back!

🍕 @peppe.family - I’ve been to both their locations. Authentic Napoletanean pizza - honestly, you can go wrong here. The dough is just... magical? EDIT: 6 locations in Paris!

🍲 @hanoi.1988.saovang - located at Île Saint-Louis. Casual spot serving delicious Vietnamise food.

🍣 @handohandroll - I absolutely LOVE hand rolls and besides the beautiful enviroment, the hand rolls are so fresh and delicious. My sister and her husband also loved the food (and their appetizers should not be ignored!).

🥮 @la.galetterie - for savory crepes. Found this place by chance and it didn’t disappoint!

🍤 @abuela_restaurante - love Spanish tapas and this place is a gem. Their tortilla de patatas is perfect!

🥘 @evi.evane - delicious Greek food!

🥩 @freddys.paris - for modern tapas. Casual and cool bar. Order a bunch of tapas to share and be happy!

🧆 @tavlineparis - love Mediterranean food and this Israeli restaurant serves delicious dishes!

🍽️ @jaja.resto - modern bistro with a beautiful environment. The dessert was so refreshing, as well as the ceviche.

🍲 Tamarind - for Thai food - their curry was so so so flavorful!

🍷 @les_resistants - not only loved their mission - using seasonal and local ingredients - but, of course, their food. The desserts were so unique!

Make sure to check my previous post about my favorite sweet eats!

#frenchfood #pariseats #parisrestaurant

3.9 🥳🎂🎈I guess instead of complaining it’s my last year in my 30’s, I will choose to celebrate the wisdom, the achievements, the joy and how I’m feeling amazing 🤩

“A vida presta!” 🥹

SUCH A FUN EXPERIENCE! 🕵️‍♀️ @spyscap

SUCH A FUN EXPERIENCE! 🕵️‍♀️

@spyscape is the #1 rated experiential museum in New York City. They bring to life the true stories of real-world spies and heroes - from Cold War traitors and WWII heroines to teenage hackers and cyber investigators.

Beyond the museum, you can test your own skills through @spygamesofficial - designed with CIA and Special Ops operatives to challenge you both physically and mentally.
I visited @spyscape a few years ago and had a great time, so I was excited to go back and try SPYGAMES this time! It’s such a fun activity to do with friends, family, or coworkers - and it’s a great excuse to forget your phone for a while, lol.

Perfect for anyone looking for unique things to do in NYC, or for visitors who want to go off the beaten path.

📍 928 8th Ave.

#spygames #spyscape #newyorkcity #nyctips #nycbucketlist

🇫🇷10 SPOTS IN PARIS FOR SWEET TREATS - Save

🇫🇷10 SPOTS IN PARIS FOR SWEET TREATS - Save this post for your next trip to Paris!

If there’s one thing I value when I travel is food! Having my sister as a local in the French capital is a guarantee we will try the best of the best, lol. And since I stayed there for over a month, I had plenty of time to try a looooot of sweet treats. Here are my top 10!

🥐 @the_french_bastards - I don’t think you can go wrong with anything here - from the classics croissanta and pain au chocolat to the creative and indulgent crookie!

🍪 @cremelondon - yep, I know, I know, I can’t help myself - I absolutely love cookies and probably visited this spot 3 times during my stay. The Miso White Chocolate flavor was so unique and delicious!

🍮 @pierrehermeofficial - Flan Infiniment Chocolat is only available on the weekends at their Òpera location and you shouldn’t miss it.

🍨 @cafe_isaka - another place I visted on repeat. Their ice cream is so unique!

🍦 Speaking of ice cream, Paris is full of gelato spots. I def recommend visiting @angiolo.paris and @gelaterialaromana_fr

🧁 @les3chocolats_paris you could never imagine that black sesame and chocolate would pair so good together!

☕️ @laizeparis for great coffee. Cute spot! But please please please try the little peanut “square” cake.

🍪 @holycookie_paris such a Nyorker concept - giant spoonable cookies, served warm with a variety of toppings and flavors.

🍫 @patrick_roger_off I didn’t splurge on designer bags, so I definetely allowed myself to splurge on these incredible chocolates. The stores feel like jewerly stores.

✅Stay tuned for the part 2 with my restaurant recs!

#pariseats #paris #france #paristips

🥹🇫🇷I CAN’T BELIEVE I DID IT! After more

🥹🇫🇷I CAN’T BELIEVE I DID IT! After more than a year planning and dreaming about it, c’est fini—I finished my intensive French course at the @alliance_francaise_paris , and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

People have been asking me how it was, and honestly, it was an incredible experience. I learned so much.

And listen: my benchmark is myself. I try not to compare my learning journey to other people—I only compare myself to who I was before, through my previous experiences in Paris and how much more I started to understand, how I’ve become able to handle small tasks, and how much more confident I feel with the language.

Immersing yourself in a language is probably the most rewarding and effective way to learn, and I’ll be forever grateful for this opportunity—especially considering how Alliance Française is such a reference when it comes to learning French.

And last but not least, I can’t forget my amazing sister—she has been calling Paris home for over 10 years, and she and her husband not only hosted me but also helped me a lot with my studies!

Highly recommend checking @alliance_francaise_paris website to learn more about the courses and classes they offer!

✅ Stay tuned, I will still publish a full blog post with all the details and useful tips for anyone who is thinking about doing the same!

#alliancefrançaise #paris #studyingfrench #frenchlanguage #parislife

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#blueground #paris #france #parislife

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