Folie méricourt district

Spectacular: Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione's vibrant new show - our review

Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione unveils its brand new show: "Spectaculaire", to be seen in Paris from October 11, 2024 to March 9, 2025. This unique show celebrates the grand return of the flying trapeze, invented here in 1859, and marks 90 years of the famous Bouglione dynasty at this emblematic circus temple.

Meet the Bouglione family: flying trapeze at Cirque d'Hiver, our interview

On the occasion of their new show "Spectaculaire", we met up with Joseph and Louis-Sampion Bouglione to talk about flying trapeze, a skill born at the heart of the Cirque d'Hiver, one of the capital's most historic venues.

Go behind the scenes at Cirque d'Hiver with a guided tour, once a month.

Go behind the scenes of the capital's most emblematic circus with a guided tour of the Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione, every first Saturday of the month. You'll find out everything you need to know about the history and little secrets of this not-to-be-missed venue!

Les Femmes de Barbe Bleue: the play inspired by the fairy tale at Théâtre de la Belleville

One of the hits of the 2023 Avignon Festival comes to Paris! From March 5 to March 29, discover Les Femmes de Barbe Bleue at the Théâtre de Belleville. On stage, the ghosts of Bluebeard's wives tell their stories...

Elies Zoghlami: the comedian presents his first show at the Apollo Théâtre

A regular at comedy clubs, Elies Zoghlami is finally presenting his first show, and we can't wait to see it! With his contagious good humor, he's sure to make you spend a great evening laughing. See you at the Apollo Théâtre in Paris' 11th arrondissement.

Nordine Ganso: a special one-man show for Valentine's Day 2025

Valentine's Day getting you down? Comedian Nordine Ganso invites you to spend it with him at Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione. A guaranteed anti-depression evening on February 14, 2025.

Astier, the real Parisian bistro as we like it

Located in the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement, a stone's throw from Place de la République and Canal Saint-Martin, Restaurant Astier has embodied the spirit of true Parisian bistros since 1956. Awarded the "Trophée du Meilleur Établissement Tradition" by Gault&Millau, this typical establishment offers authentic, generous cuisine, served in a setting that remains true to its history. Astier invites us to savor local dishes with seasonal accents.

Picotte, a bistronomic tour of France's regional specialities

From Provence to Northern France, via Normandy and the West Indies, Picotte promises a veritable bistronomic tour of France's specialties.

La Datcha, chef Maksym Zorin's Ukrainian-influenced bistro restaurant

Having left the Ducasse galaxy, chef Maksym Zorin opens La Datcha, his first bistronomic restaurant with Ukrainian influences.

Trâm 130, chef Priscilla Trâm's exciting first table

At last! Chef Priscilla Trâm has opened Trâm 130 on rue Saint-Maur. A long-awaited restaurant. So, what's the verdict?

Punch Boxing: a group boxing class to let off steam to music

Need to clear your head and get away from it all? Punch Boxing should be just what you're looking for! A group class alternating 50% boxing and 50% bootcamp, allowing you to let off steam to music. Your cardio will soar!

Pièce à conviction: the delirious investigation returns to the Comédie des 3 bornes

Pièce à conviction, a one-woman show by Alexiane Torres, is performed every Wednesday at 9pm at the Comédie des 3 bornes. The actress takes us on an investigation with endless twists and turns.

Benoit Castel's Yule logs and 2024 Advent calendar

For Christmas 2024, pastry chef Benoît Castel has created two highly unusual logs: a "petit cookie" log and a "marron-cassis" log.

Discovery cruises on the Canal Saint-Martin to celebrate its bicentenary

The Canal Saint-Martin, the smallest of Paris's canals, will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2025! Rediscover its banks, its history and its anecdotes aboard discovery cruises throughout the year.

BAM Karaoke Parmentier: large tropical bar and mega-large room

Karaoke Box venues continue to invade Paris and win new fans. At BAM Karaoké Parmentier, you'll find an even bigger, even louder establishment... All the ingredients for a good time.

Restaurant Cellar: the neighborhood nugget for French cuisine with a Japanese accent

Addictive address! Just a stone's throw from the Cirque d'Hiver, the Cellar restaurant is a neighborhood nugget that holds big surprises in store for gourmets with the flair to stop in. Here, you'll find French gastronomy twisted with Japanese flavors in a convivial setting where good humor reigns.

Musée de Poche: a small art gallery and bookshop with creative workshops for children

At the Musée de Poche, children can enjoy workshops and activities in this small space between gallery and bookshop, where creativity is the order of the day, in the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement.

Café Pli: an inspiring coffee shop where you can send yourself a letter in the future

Café Pli is an intimate concept straight from Korea, offering you the chance to put your thoughts on paper for your future self, who will receive a letter in one, ten or twenty years' time, and will undoubtedly have a nice surprise! Rendezvous in the 11th arrondissement for a moment with yourself, over a drink and a sweet treat.

Le Cornichon, a retro 70's restaurant with unbeatable value for money

With its retro 70s look, smiling team and unbeatable value for money, Le Cornichon is already a must-visit address in the 11th arrondissement.

Rori, pizza slices, bistronomic plates and live wines by the Bouche team

The Bouche team opens Rori, an eatery where you can gobble up pizzas à la slice, washed down with live wines, and plates to share.