Shiny, bight Things (SOS), Carette

I was saying to Vicki (my NYC neighbor for 10 years)the other day, that I always seem to be chasing after some unobtainable carrot 🥕 

Vicki said, “But really, that’s already the basis of your blog, as you seek out and report on one “bright shiny object” after another (think macarons…)

Bright, Shiny things, Vide Grenier

 

Yesterday Solli_food & I went to the Vide Grenier at Mutualité Maubert. We didn’t care it was drizzling…better chance for bargains 👍 

Me, I was looking for a shiny, silver pitcher to paint like the one at Ladurée a few weeks ago.

Hotel Meurice Paris, Chocolat Chaud

Croissants and Chocolat Chaud at Le Meurice, original watercolor, 9" x 11"

Everyone needs at least one grand breakfast when visiting another town.

Paris offers many choices - few better than Hotel Meurice.

Chocolat Chaud at Le Meurice, original watercolor, 9" x 11"

I visited a year ago and was curious to see the interior changes made by French designer, Philippe Starck, best known for his New Design style.

Some changes were subtle - the dining room is lighter, brighter, but still just as grand as ever.

Even a new menu cover.

The hot chocolate is still 12 euros.

The roses are now deep red instead of pink.

The croissant is the same. Thanks M. Starck

The pots of chocolat chaud are HUGE! Too much for one person.

The pour in a soup bowl-sized cup...YUM 

My dining companion wanted the works. An omelette and the "continental petit dejeuner". I stayed true to THE EURO DIET and had just the chocolat chaud.
C'est la vie.

Getting ready for the lunch guests.

After breakfast we walked through the new "Le Dali" dining area. I love the quirky Empire touches Starck added like this rocking chair - did Josephine ever sit in a silver rocking chair?

More unusual details, like these metal faux wood tables in reception.

Reception awaits you at the Le Meurice for your grand breakfast. Don't miss it!