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Christmas 2023 in Paris: the Dior Yule log by Jean Imbert at 30 Montaigne

Celebrate the festive season with elegance and refinement thanks to the Dior Yule log, available at 30 Montaigne from December 15, 2023. A sweet couture creation by chefs Jean Imbert, Romuald Bizart and Camille Lochouarndévoile, for a highly stylish New Year's Eve meal.

Hauts-de-Seine: Santa Claus authorized to travel by sleigh with his reindeer thanks to a decree

On the night of December 24th to 25th, all the children are impatiently waiting for Santa Claus to come and visit them, and to make it easier for him to get around, a mayor in the Hauts-de-Seine department has issued a decree authorizing him to travel around with his sleigh!

Gourmet Christmas Eve 2023 at Restaurant Sphère

Sponsored - The chic, gastronomic restaurant Sphère on rue de la Boétie, Paris 8ème, awaits you on the evening of December 24, 2023 for an exceptional 6-course Christmas Eve dinner featuring marinated salmon, foie gras terrine with Sauternes and Canard challandais by chef Tetsuya Yoshida and pastry chef Alex Rochel.

Christmas logs from The French Bastards 2023 bakery

The French Bastards bakery, with 3 boutiques in Paris, unveils its Signature log for Christmas 2023. The French Bastards has created a gourmet signature recipe, with praline and caramel.

La Grande Epicerie de Paris Christmas logs for 2023

A signature Christmas cake with the store's effigy, and "dazzling" mango-passion or chocolate Yule logs ... that's what Grande Epicerie de Paris has in store for gourmets this holiday season 2023!

Christmas vacations at Parc Astérix 2023-2024: light trail, ice rink, rides and shows

Parc Astérix is once again celebrating the magic of Christmas during the 2023 Christmas vacations. From December 23, 2023 to January 7, 2024, you're invited to discover the festive activities of the Gaulish Christmas at the theme park. Ice rink, sledges, trail of lights, hidden tavern and enchanting shows await you...

Dada Market: the trendy & responsible pop-up returns to Paris, just in time for your Christmas gift ideas

In Paris, a weekend-long pop-up store introduces us to responsible consumption by inviting some fifty young, committed brands to reveal their know-how. Join us on the weekend of December 8-10, 2023 at Galerie MR8 in the Marais district to discover the Dada Market.

Top 10 funniest Christmas 2023 ugly sweaters to buy in Paris and Île-de-France

The Christmas sweater is becoming a serious business in France. To pay tribute, an International Day of the Ugly Christmas Sweater has even been established, falling this year on December 15, 2023. On this particular day, fashion takes a break and bad taste takes over! It's a day for friends and colleagues to get together and compete in an ugly sweater contest. So, to help you elect the cheesiest knitted nugget, discover our top 10 ugly sweaters of Christmas 2023! Watch out!

Christmas 2023: entertainment, ecological ice rink and Santa's house at One Nation Outlet (78)

The One Nation Outlet shopping center in the Yvelines is unveiling its Christmas activities, with a fun Christmas market, an ecological skating rink and a little train to discover the wonderful world of elves!

Christmas 2023: where to buy your Christmas tree in Paris and the Île-de-France region?

In France, it's customary to put up and decorate your Christmas tree on the first Sunday in December. But before that, you need to be able to find one you like! Find out where you can buy your Christmas tree in Paris and the Ile-de-France region.

Christmas: 5 destinations to discover for the festive season, departing from Paris stations

Looking for a change from the capital's Christmas lights? Book your train ticket now and discover another destination, its Christmas market and its beautiful colors!

History and traditions: behind the scenes of Christmas window displays in Paris

Christmas window displays in Paris are a veritable part of our heritage! Every year during the festive season, passers-by flock to the windows to admire the decorations and displays designed to enchant young and old alike.

Where does the tradition of giving children presents at Christmas come from?

Why do we give presents at Christmas? When was Santa Claus born? We tell you all about the origins of this tradition, which has become popular the world over.

Christmas at the Jardin d'Acclimatation 2023, attractions, rides and lantern festival

Christmas takes place at the Jardin d'Acclimatation from November 18, 2023 to January 7, 2024. It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the 42 merry-go-rounds decorated for Christmas! And surprise, this year a Lantern Festival will be added from December 15, 2023 to February 25, 2024. Something for the whole family to marvel at.

Corrida de Noël 2023 in Issy-les-Moulineaux, the Santa Claus race returns

The town of Issy-les-Moulineaux will be staging its Corrida de Noël, the famous Santa Claus race, on Sunday December 17, 2023. Every year, this extraordinary race brings together the largest number of Santa Clauses in France.

Origins of a French pastry: the yule log

Based on chestnut, chocolate, fruits; iced, rolled, small or big: the yule log is the quintessential of the Holidays dessert! But where does it come from?

Energy sobriety: is it the end of the traditional Christmas lights in Paris?

Energy sobriety is likely to be the key turn of phrase this winter, between climate issues and energy prices. In Paris, are Christmas lights jeopardized as the event is to begin in three months?

Towards new restrictions in January? The latest recommendations of the Scientific Committee

The French government has decided to ignore recommendations from the Scientific Committee to enable the French to enjoy the Holidays. Are they taking the risk of aggravating the health situation forcing France to instate new restrictions from January?

Kiehl's Advent Calendar 2021

Kiehl's offers us a 100% beauty 2021 Advent calendar, with inside, the best sellers of the American skincare and cosmetics brand.

Le calendrier de l'Avent 2018 de Lancôme

Avec le calendrier de l'Avent 2018 de Lancôme, vous êtes sûre de resplendir durant tout le mois de décembre.