Seeds and Greens and Other Good Things

Seeds and Greens and Other Good Things

June 27, 2012 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments

A few months back I had the pleasure of attending Expo West, and scouted out all the coolest, tastiest, healthiest foods. Rather than doing a long list of products and companies here , I am going to start sharing my discoveries in a sort of anecdotal form, with my reviews, and in some cases, giveaways.

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What I’m Doing This Weekend

June 1, 2012 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
What I'm Doing This Weekend

At Almine Rech Gallery, Paris

What's on your list?

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First-Ever Listening Gallery Opens in Los Angeles

June 1, 2012 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
First-Ever Listening Gallery Opens in Los Angeles

Richard Avedon

I had the opportunity to check out Sonos Studio before its grand opening, and I have been telling everyone I meet about it since.

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Local’s Tip to Malibu: How to Deal with Wildlife

May 17, 2012 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
Local's Tip to Malibu: How to Deal with Wildlife

Space Invader, 13th arrondissement, Paris

So, yesterday I arrived for work at Brown + Dutch and was greeted by the sight of Rigi standing next to a bucket holding a large wooden stick.

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Introducing: “…A Joy Forever”

May 15, 2012 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
Introducing:

Today I’m introducing my new column, “…A Joy Forever.”

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Los Anxious

May 13, 2012 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
Los Anxious

I haven't been writing in Los Angeles. (Duh).

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My Interview with VINGT Paris Magazine

January 4, 2012 |  by Nicole  |  1 Comment
My Interview with VINGT Paris Magazine

Back in August, the editor of VINGT Paris contacted me about participating in the magazine's ongoing 20 Questions series. Though the interview did not post until after I had left Paris, my fondness for the city remains deep and earnest.

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Back in Los Angeles!

September 30, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  Comments Off
Back in Los Angeles!

Homecoming brings changes!

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Would you like Himalayan pink salt with that?

July 10, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  Comments Off
Would you like Himalayan pink salt with that?

Rarities in Paris on the rue des Martyrs...

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5 dozen eggs

July 3, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  Comments Off
5 dozen eggs

And other amusements of late...

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Le heat, c’est freak

June 27, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  Comments Off
Le heat, c'est freak

Today, Monday, was a hot day.

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I painted today

June 17, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  Comments Off
I painted today

...just for fun.

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La Vie en Roses

June 17, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  Comments Off
La Vie en Roses

Toward the middle of April the roses of Paris that had been lying dormant and naked all winter burst forth from their slumber...

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Les Bonnes Vivantes

June 15, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  Comments Off
Les Bonnes Vivantes

After eight months living in Paris, I've learned that there is only so much good living one can handle before the Spartan life becomes mightily attractive. Alors, the secrets to staying at the top of your game without falling into gaminess.

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A Frenchman Walks Into A Bar…

February 21, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  1 Comment
A Frenchman Walks Into A Bar...

A joke, à la "fromage"...

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Seen through a Camera Lense

February 17, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  1 Comment
Seen through a Camera Lense

Rhapsody underfoot.

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Paris is a Delightful Place

February 17, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  2 Comments
Paris is a Delightful Place

Only in France would you, could you possibly, be served butter with your cheese.

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Le Valois

February 15, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  1 Comment
Le Valois

Ordinarily I am not in the habit of writing by candlelight amid extreme decadence...

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Hermès, Left Bank

February 3, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  8 Comments
Hermès, Left Bank

Hermès crosses the Seine.

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In Search of Lost Time, Again

February 1, 2011 |  by Nicole  |  4 Comments
In Search of Lost Time, Again

Jean Michel Jeudy "Sauf (autoportrait)/Still safe (self portrait)" (detail)

Here is a recent event that led to a new acquaintance, of a particularly Parisian sort...

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Merry Christmas! Joyeux Noël!

December 24, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  2 Comments
Merry Christmas! Joyeux Noël!

Merry Christmas from Paris!

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Shelter from the Storm

December 5, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  7 Comments
Shelter from the Storm

Now that snow has become a fixed aspect of life in Paris, I've established points of refuge for myself at either end of the city.

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Le Grand Rex and la Féérie des eaux

December 1, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  1 Comment
Le Grand Rex and la Féérie des eaux

The first days of snow have brought with them the magic of the Christmas season.

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L’Arc de Triomphe

November 12, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  6 Comments
L'Arc de Triomphe

The French breakfast is a triumph.

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Denise Acabo’s A l’Etoile d’Or

November 5, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
Denise Acabo's A l'Etoile d'Or

I had read about Denise Acabo's fantastic chocolaterie and candy shop on David Lebovitz's blog and decided that I must visit immediately.

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“À Votre Sante”

November 4, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  6 Comments

Autumn has come to Paris.

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Playing Hooky in the Marais

November 3, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  7 Comments
Playing Hooky in the Marais

Today, Wednesday, the school "vacance" continued, leaving the children at home; I, however, accompanied Madame on a secret gourmandise tour of the Marais.

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All Saints’ Vacation

November 2, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  5 Comments
All Saints' Vacation

Toys, games and the wonders of oatmeal.

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Many updates on the way!

October 27, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  1 Comment
Many updates on the way!

Coming soon, I promise! Lots of photos to upload…

In the meantime, enjoy these artful comparisons of Paris vs New York.

Shakespeare’s Duchess

October 26, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
Shakespeare's Duchess

Wishes do come true.

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The Doors of Saint-Germain

October 24, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
The Doors of Saint-Germain

After my morning at the Grand Palais and my afternoon at La Pagode, I wandered the residential streets of the 6th arrondissement...

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Happy, Accidental Treasures

October 24, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  2 Comments
Happy, Accidental Treasures

After I had my fill at FIAC, I had a vague plan...

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Ma Première Soirée…

October 24, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments

Thursday, Part II.a

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fiac!

October 24, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  2 Comments
fiac!

Images from fiac! the Foire Internationale d'Art Contemporain, France's largest international contemporary art fair.

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FIAC Sculptures in the Tuileries Gardens

October 22, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  No Comments
FIAC Sculptures in the Tuileries Gardens

I spent an afternoon in the Tuileries photographing some of the sculptures on display for FIAC.

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SLICK X

October 21, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  6 Comments
SLICK X

Wednesday's work gave way to Thursday's fancies. Part I.

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Un bol de cerises

October 20, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  5 Comments
Un bol de cerises

Lest you get the idea that my life here in Paris is as sweet and cushy as an éclair...

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Captured in an Art Gallery

October 19, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  4 Comments
Captured in an Art Gallery

Captured in an art gallery.

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Oh là là!

October 18, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  2 Comments
Oh là là!

Pondering the meaning of those three small words.

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Mº Monceau -> Mº Saint-Paul (Marais)

October 17, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  1 Comment
Mº Monceau -> Mº Saint-Paul (Marais)

Today I joined the 9h (“neuf heure”) Sunday running crowd at Parc Monceau before venturing further afield for a friendly appointment in the Marais.

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Welcome to France

October 16, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  4 Comments
Welcome to France

Je ne sais pas!

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Frog Legs

October 15, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  5 Comments
Frog Legs

Exercising à la française.

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A Mid-Day Walk’s Delights

October 15, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  13 Comments
A Mid-Day Walk’s Delights

A few sights along the walk from Parc Monceau to the Luxembourg Garden.

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The Apartment

October 14, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  12 Comments
The Apartment

Photographs of the apartment's exterior and interior.

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Bonjour, Paris!

October 14, 2010 |  by Nicole  |  9 Comments
Bonjour, Paris!

First morning in my new city.

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