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@frankfertier34

7 ай бұрын

"Lagweeoles" is not accurate: try "Layoles"

I bought $200.00 worth of chocolate in Paris to bring back home for souvenirs for family and friends, and then I ate it all myself before I got home. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👍

@Slayer4eva

10 ай бұрын

Did the same😂😂😂

@tiffanyyoung661

10 ай бұрын

@Slayer4eva Swiftie!

@Slayer4eva

10 ай бұрын

@@tiffanyyoung661 yesss

@theorderofthebees7308

10 ай бұрын

😂😂

@thecatswhiskers524

10 ай бұрын

I did the same when I went to Belgium lol I did have the best of intentions

This by far the best Paris advisory channel in the internet

Another gift idea: most museums sell attractive art books featuring selections from their holdings, including books not necessarily available via their online shop. Last time I was in Paris I picked up a couple of these at the d'Orsay, one for a friend and one pour moi-même.

@FirewindII

Жыл бұрын

Love what you end with here because that was where I was already ready to go.🤫

@fuchurZero

7 ай бұрын

I always buy my souvenirs at the museum shops - mostly high quality items made in the country and at a reasonable price

@shinyshinythings

3 ай бұрын

Also the Opéra Garnier shop is delightful, especially for any little ballerinas in your life!

Our hotel was next to a grocery store which had 5 different grocery bags. We bought all 5 - 0.99 euro each. They go well with the bags we got in Germany and San Francisco. A reminder each time we go grocery shopping

I'm convinced Mrs Frenchie is a shopaholic and these type of vids are an excuse to go shopping.

My favorite souvenir is perfume. There are many studies linking memory to smell. So, it's one of the first things I do while traveling. Upon arrival, I buy a perfume and wear it throughout the trip. When I wear it back home, I'm reminded of the adventure. If in Paris, the Guerlain Flagship store in Champs Elysées has been open for business since 1914. It has wonderful architectural features. You can sniff till your little heart's content, find your fragrance, maybe even get a personalized bottle, then descend the stairs in the same store and get a little cake and tea, spritz on your new fragrance and stroll down the Champs Elysées. Other recommendations are niche perfumery stores like Diptyque, Annick Goutal, D'Orsay and many more. Another favorite place for souvenirs: Thrift shops. I see you were in one in this video. Great place to pick up something with history ❤ I loved the Monoprix recommendation. That's literally my first stop on arrival. I eat light dinners. So, it's easy to just pick up a few things and have a glass of wine, charcuterie and fruit at night as I lift my feet from all that walking I've done during the day. Monoprix is also my last stop, along with a last minute macaron shop.

I can't believe you showed a shot of my favorite vintage clothing store in the Marais! I like to buy old things when travelling and hit the charity shops like Emmaus and brocantes for inexpensive antiques. I hauled 2 lovely old "pot de cuivre" copper cooking pots back in my luggage and they make me smile every time I see them shining on my kitchen wall.

@SusanMadge-vl9gx

9 ай бұрын

Mine do NOT shine! I hate polishing them.

@lolojopp

7 ай бұрын

What is the vintage store name please?

@citygirlingraham

20 күн бұрын

That’s exactly what I want to do when I go to Paris, Canadian here.

Kudos to you guys for including the metro station that correlates with the store! So helpful

My wife and I just came back from 60 days in France, of which 21 was in Paris. Your videos helped us a lot!

On our most recent trip to Paris last fall we brought back a few items that were not your typical “souvenir”. I bought myself a gorgeous French made leather wallet at the stationary store that you showed in the video. My wife picked up a beautiful Italian leather purse at Blue Lemon and we also purchased a small watercolor painting of the Eiffel Tower done by one of the street artists who was set up outside Shakespeare and Co.

@GoodLuck-hy1qu

8 ай бұрын

We also bought a watercolor painting at the Eiffel Tower. About a week ago. Actually, The gentleman gave me a discount when I bought two of them. I saved five dollars lol I’ve got one of the Eiffel Tower at night in the Eiffel Tower in the daytime. They were beautiful watercolors.

@tehseenzakir8139

8 ай бұрын

Hi, May I know how much the painting cost?

@SDErrico2010

8 ай бұрын

@@tehseenzakir8139I think it was 20 Euros.

Thank you ❤Antoine and Colleen for mentioning Monoprix! That store is a one stop shop -the groceries are fresh, the souvenirs are cute, and we stocked up cookies and chocolates 🍫 The staff at that store are so helpful and their prices are economical 😊

First I want to say thank you for all of these videos! We just spent 4 days in Paris and fell in love with it. All of your information helped us on our visit. Honestly, everyone was so friendly…yes, friendly and helpful. The one reminder about when shopping if planning to get VAT refund, you must have your passport on hand at the time of purchase (not a copy). We bought macaroons at Carret cafe/patisserie not far from the Eiffel Tower. They were amazing. Food, drinks, our hotel (Hotel Garden Elysee) the beautiful buildings and sites were such an amazing experience. Can’t wait to visit again as there is so much to see. The most comical to us was the traffic. Every man for themselves. CRAZY! BUT…….we also found most drivers to be courteous to pedestrians crossing the streets. I also realized how rude Americans can be and I am an American.

I can't wait for every weekend when les frechies post a new video. thanks for the amazing video, and love from London

@gillianleigh222

Жыл бұрын

Same!!❤

I love Monoprix. I always pay them a visit while in Paris. I bought a lovely cashmere sweater at one last October. And it was on sale. They also have nice soaps and lotions. I always pick up a couple of Monoprix grocery bags as gifts.

I love the way you both twinkle your fingers when you’re excited, I do that, especially about food. 😊

So I see the title of the video and arrogantly think - well, that I know all! What can I learn here? But of course you guys killed it yet again! Makes me want to travel to Paris just to shop in these places! By the way, thanks to you we did go to Jacque Genin - it truly is out of this world treats! Also Brentano’s 🥰 We stumbled upon this tiny treasure years ago while got caught in the rain and loved it so much! This time we did go back and bought some the most adorable cards, snow globe and other little things! Ugh… The memories.. Thank you so much Colleen and Antoine!

Jacques Genin!! I always stop and load up. I also love that I can reuse their metal boxes for small items like paperclips or pens on my desk-so chocolate and a lasting souvenir! But be careful at airport security. I had packed all of those metal boxes together and boy, did my luggage get searched. Next time I’ll keep them more accessible!!

@PeirsolFan2

Жыл бұрын

Genin is too expensive for gifts if you have a lot of people to buy for. I even feel guilty buying a kilo of caramels for myself! 😂😂😂 I also don’t think alot of his chocolate flavors are approachable for the ‘average’ palate.

@PeirsolFan2

11 ай бұрын

@@LesFrenchiesTravel I am not questioning his technical brilliance. They deserve the reputation that they have. However, in terms of taste, I just don’t think they are going to be appealing to the ‘average’ American palate. Same for Patrick Roger.

Hema is actually Dutch, so not typically French, but definitely affordable and fun. Jeff de Bruges is good for yummy chocolate, though, based on the name, it is probably Belgian rather than French.

@dino5251

Жыл бұрын

Jeff de Bruges is a French company. You can't find any "Jeff de Bruges" in Belgium, even in... Bruges ! And you are right : Hema is a Dutch company.

@christopherdieudonne

Жыл бұрын

@@dino5251 haha. I had no idea that Jeff de Bruges is actually French and there are no Jeff de Bruges shops in Belgium, let alone the city of Bruges. How funny. For chocolates, I actually prefer Leonidas. All my friends tell me that it's the McDonalds of chocolate but I don't mind. I don't eat it very often but when I do, I enjoy it

@fokkedooijewaard8892

8 ай бұрын

HEMA, stands for Hollandse Eenheidsprijzen Maatschappij Amsterdam. (translate to Dutch Singularprices Company Amsterdam) So cheap Singular (10 cents , 50 cents ect per item) prices. Source: nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/HEMA

@shinyshinythings

3 ай бұрын

Jeff de Bruges may be rather pedestrian in terms of quality, but it’s head and shoulders above most US chocolate bars, and packaging is exquisite so it makes a wonderful gift.

Just found your channel! I am a 🇨🇦 who has been living in London for 18 yrs and am embarrassed to say that I have not been to Paris yet 🙈 You two have now lit a fire in me to get across La Manche! You are both so grounded and honest. Really appreciate what you are trying to do with your channel. Merci beaucoup ❤ 🇫🇷🇬🇧🇨🇦

@FirewindII

Жыл бұрын

Remember the old saying... "How're you going to keep them..."

@cherylkoski7184

9 ай бұрын

You're a Canadian flag???

Monoprix for the win! If you have friends into art, the museum shops have some wonderful postcards. And I adore the brocantes and flea markets for one of a kind treasures.

THANK YOU Antoine and Colleen for all of your educational videos I was able to enjoy over and over in preparation for a mother - daughter trip to Paris I took this late June and into July 2023. You do great work and I found your tips 100% valuable to have a safe and comfortable time while in Paris. I was very intimidated with taking such a big trip for 12 days in Paris but watching your videos (especially the ones on Metro) made me feel confident. Then once I was touring Paris, it all came together and made sense because your videos made everything recognizable and easy. Plus the scams out there - I saw them and knew what to do when I was approached - Thanks Colleen! You two are the best - keep up the great work.

Thank you Frenchies! I'm in Paris right now and have followed a lot of your guidance. Thanks so much. It made it so much easier to travel.

Once again, another top quality video! Thank you!

I may never travel to France or Paris, so I really like your videos. Should have gone when I was younger.

Comme d'habitude, you made my evening. Just a little video once in a while makes me want to go back to visit and try all the restos et cafés. My last visit was before the Notre-Dame tragédie, it's time I think. I really enjoy your escapades, Merci de tout coeur, Brigitte 🇨🇦

Fabulous as always ...have referred friends who are travelling to Paris to your channel and have told them to look no further! Always the very best suggestions and very, very practical! Will be watching you on the next one! Thanks as always!

Fabulous presentation… Saturdays with Les Frenchies are Mandatory! Merci Beaucoup…

Such a great video! The content and insider tips😉 are so incredibly helpful! YOU TWO ARE THE BEST!🎉❤

I’m so glad I found your channel before my trip in April!!! Going to binge watch all your videos now. So helpful, concise and interesting. Thank you thank you!!! ❤

Very great information as usual! I appreciate the wide variety of price ranges and gift ideas, and especially the info about the Vat tax and how to get this! Awesome channel!

Another stellar video! You were standing in front of the Roger & Gallet display in Monoprix but didn't mention it - an excellent, traditional brand of absolutely gorgeous soaps, body lotions and fragrances, and cheaper than designer fragrances. They're suitable for both men and women. Another option would be a parapharmacie where you can find a lot of little gift sets. Personally, Thé des Vignes by Caudalie is one of my favourite fragrances! Many Americans also love European sunscreens.

@lindafrazier8092

Жыл бұрын

A plus video one to save!! Thank you!❤

@periscope7731

11 ай бұрын

European, Japanese and Korean spf filter products are more advanced than those offered in the American market.

I love your Frenchie videos!! I'm learning so much; including proper enunciation. Merci beaucoup!!

Antoine and Colleen! I love watching your videos for your authenticity and unpretentiousness! Because of your appealing approach to introducing Paris to viewers, Paris is now on my TOP 5 Bucketlist! I can't wait to spend a month in Paris w/ your help! I have two questions for you: 1) I love your puzzle idea! Our granddaughter and I are puzzlers too, Colleen! The first choice is too monochromatic for us to pursue at 1K pieces. Will there be another puzzle coming out soon - perhaps (hint, hint) highighting your favorite bakeries or a map of your favorite Paris Neighborhoods???? 2) Is there a video in the works on your favorite toystores/bookstores of Paris. As a a grandma, I would love for you to share your "go-to" spots....although I know you made a few suggestions in your most recent videoss on souvenir shopping and local shopping streets..... Again, many thanks for all you do!

I purchase tea towels to remind me of my travels and for thank you gifts

You're so right, Colleen. I bought my favorite wool blazer from a thrift shop in Paris. What a great way to relive these memories by wearing it.

Great recommendations for souvenirs! I love Monoprix. My husband loves Coutellerie du Marais if you buy pocket knife just remember can’t take in for carry on luggage.

Always look forward to your videos on Saturday morning 😊

I always tell people to make buying souvenirs a memory in itself. Don’t buy postcards in a cheap souvenir shop. Make it an experience like at the bouquinistes. I have a print of the Eiffel Tower from my first trip to Paris when I was 16 and it’s now framed and in my home office. And I love using my laguiole steak knifes which I bought 20 years ago at GalLaf.

@tone03tone

4 ай бұрын

Did you have any issues with steak knives in your checked luggage?

Your channel was just recommended to me. I must say it is a wonderful find. Excellent videos with useful information. So glad I found you. Merci.

Thank you! Your videos are so helpful and bring much enjoyment and knowledge! Watch over and over!

What a lovely couple giving us so much advice when travelling. I have learnt so much listening to your experiences thankyou.

Planning a mother daughter trip in mid July and just to thank you both so much for your videos. I highly recommend your book to anyone travelling to Paris. Looking so forward to visiting your beautiful city,! ❤

Love your videos!! Shopping too! Thanks for the great tips!

Very helpful video to watch before leaving Paris with Coleen's and Antoine's usual charm and friendliness. Be careful if you buy any knives and try to carry them in your handbag or hand luggage as sharp objects are not allowed on board.

@shinyshinythings

3 ай бұрын

My husband lost one this way on a flight back from the US last week. TSA confiscated it at the airport. 😢 The cost and hassle of mailing it home to France would have been too high, so he left it behind.

Great insights! My personal souvenirs are typically accessories - scarves and pins, small but meaningful, and something I’m likely to wear. Colleagues at home are always happy to be remembered, so chocolates and cookies, even from the grocery, are appreciated!

You two are the BEST Paris guides. You never disappoint and I’ve been to Paris at least 10 times. Never miss Monoprix except they no longer allow my dog in to shop. Incidentally those egg poachers that hang on the side of the pot work really well. I always bring some home for gifts though I occasionally see them in the US.

With every one of you videos, I want to return to France more and more. Thanks for all that you do. You two are the best!

Great tips thank you so much!

Thank you for this! So my go-to gifts are seasoned sea salts, chocolates, biscuits in beautiful tins from the Bon Marche' food court, Mariage Freres or Angelina's teas and beautiful umbrellas with famous art work on them from the three passage ways in the 9th, (only 10 -12 euros typically).

I do not plan to visit Paris, but I love learning about places that are new to me and you are a wonderful resource for this. You guys are so informative and fun, thank you. Subscribing now.

I so enjoy your visits!

Wonderful recommendations for my upcoming September trip!

Thanks for sharing your travel to Paris, it is very informative since we plan to go there in September.

Good information here! Love that kitchen place.

A much needed video, thank you ❤

New subscriber here... I just wanted to say I am loving your channel! The content, background music, engaging commentary, your accents when you pronounce French words...everything! Looking forward to catching up on past videos 😊

@LesFrenchiesTravel

8 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Great video! Thank you for the advice and suggestions.

Thank you! I'll be visiting Paris in couple of weeks and I'm so excited for your recomendations!!

I can't say it enough...I'm so glad I follow you two lovebird. You guys are checking everything off my France itinerary. When I'm there I would like to buy you two breakfast.

@ladonnasims1756

Жыл бұрын

@@LesFrenchiesTravel I definitely will!! You guys are the best!

Great tips!

No doubt this channel know the best of Paris and they give the best useful and genuine honest tips! Thank you❤ love you both . Your video is so nice to watch even not for traveling

@LesFrenchiesTravel

Ай бұрын

Thank you! We want anyone visiting Paris/ France to feel prepared and confident ♡

Awesome video, very helpful. You two are awesome, thanks!

Thanks so much! We're headed to Paris from South Africa in a few days time and your videos have been so helpful. This one in particular is right on time since we've been wracking brains about what kind of souvenirs we could bring back for our families and friends. Merci beaucoup! P.S: My wife and I are low key hoping to run into you guys somewhere in the City of Lights. 🙂

I love your channel ❤️! I am planning our first trip to Paris for the upcoming year, and your channel has been very informative. You two are awesome 👌

Very helpful! I can’t wait to go to Paris in October and was excited to see Angelina products in stores🥰

🇲🇫Merci Colleen and Antoine, I so look forward to my Saturday morning Cafe au Lait and a "little trip to Paris " watching your videos🌹

Your videos are so wonderfully informative and interesting; I always wish they would go on longer! Thank you for the helpful information. I’m going to Paris October 2024. 😍

Loved this video! One more idea: On my last trip I bought several vintage postcards of Parisian landmarks in an antiques store in one of the passageways in the 2nd. Very reasonable prices for these lovely mementos.

Thank you for this great video!!!

This is the single best video on touring Paris yet!

la grande cuillère avec un crochet est une cuillère à confiture (accrochée sur le pot de confiture ouvert pendant le petit déjeuner)

I love this 💛 Thank you

Thank you for all the tips on your channel. We had a great time in Paris and then in Normandie this week.

This video has been so helpful!! Merci beaucoup! ☺️

@LesFrenchiesTravel

8 ай бұрын

😊

Thank you for these useful info!!!

Thank u for this wonderful video. Lovely souvenirs from Paris. My choice, chocolate.

Love your content, very useful for foreigners comin to Paris. Great local tips ! A new subscriber in Paris

My favorite souvenir from our trip last fall is my kitchen towel from the Versailles palace garden gift shop. Thank for another great video!

@tone03tone

4 ай бұрын

Oooh! Good idea! I try to collect tea towels of places I've been as well

Once again, you nailed it!! We will be there in a week and these tips will be extremely helpful for the nieces and nephews (plus, I love a great knife for the kitchen!!). You have helped inspire us and our anticipation for going to Paris...THANKS!! Also, please double check those links as some have been doubled up (for example, the one for Coutellerie du Marais is the link for Cotton Doux!). But...I still found it and squeezed it into the very loose itinerary. A bientot!

Great video! I have watched all of your videos and took lots of notes for our trip - thanks for all of the help! I hope we see y'all out and about during our trip!

@ChristiesThisnThat

11 ай бұрын

We will arrive on June 26th and return to London June 29th

You two are angels sent by the heavens.... imagine you have thought all of these up to the tax refunds... wow!

Very helpful information 😊

Great tips and suggestions. Thank you!

Great info. Thank you!

This is the first time I hear that you have children! Would love to see a video exploring Paris with your children!

Thank you for this preview!

@LesFrenchiesTravel

3 ай бұрын

Our pleasure!

Thanks friends for all those tips

@LesFrenchiesTravel

13 күн бұрын

You're welcome!

Visiting Paris for the first time now and saw the video last night. Realized I'm staying very close to du Bruit dans la Cuisine, stopped in earlier today, and going home with some lovely flax kitchen towels in my favorite color and a pair of oven mitts, love your recommendation! Flipping through your guide now to help decide where to try next for dinner tomorrow 😊.

You are great. I follow you from Argentina. You provide the best information and tips for my first trip to Paris. I already bought your Paris guides. Thanks Frenchies!!!!

@LesFrenchiesTravel

6 ай бұрын

Excellent, thank you. Happy and safe travels ♡

THANKS! Looking forward to finding out about tax refunds. Love Jacques Genin in addition to Pierre Herme and Jean Paul Hevin. And Sadaharu Aoki.

Actually love architectural watercolors for stationary. Beautiful cards, notebooks etc. love 💗

Your videos are so useful! We are going to Paris in July so am watching all your wonderful tips, tricks and recommendations! Merci!!! 😊

Your videos are excellent. Great job, thank you!

Very helpful! Thanks

@LesFrenchiesTravel

2 ай бұрын

You're welcome

Enjoyed the post, folks. My favourite French kitchen utensil is the little pot you put in the oven with éscargots and pistou. The snails sometimes explode tho', so be careful! 👍

Another great video! Merci!!

You are the best, thank you so much guys..... nothing puts the metro line, the streets and good recommender, hugs.

Your videos make me so happy!! Thank you! Ill be in Paris in August. Hope I run into you!! 😍❤🙏

I’m in Paris now and need to get some souvenirs, perfect timing for your wonderful video. Thought of you today Colleen, I was eating the best croque monsieur I’ve had so far, crunchy cheese when it’s been cooked perfectly - yum! Lots of French around me ordering croques also@ le café Zéphyr. Delicious! So glad we found it! (We had tried to go to the Boulettes, from one of your videos- but it was closed. I should have checked hours.)