Now we've talked about the sporty aspect of the Bois de Boulogne, we've decided to devote a couple of lines to the natural beauty of this place. Spread over 845 hectares, the Nature reasserts itself and invites everybody for a magic stroll in the parc de Bagatelle, the Mare Saint-James, or in the bird reserve. […]
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- April 12, 2013
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While Spring has just started, the Bois de Boulogne seems to be the perfect place to spend a relax afternoon. Located at the Southwest edge of Paris, it attracts many energetic Parisians who love running between its cute paths. Horse shows fans are glad to meet at the mythical racetracks housed in the wood too. […]
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- April 10, 2013
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At the edge of the Bois de Boulogne, the garden of Auteuil’s greenhouses saw the day in 1761 at the instigation of Louis XV, fond of botany. From now on devoted to collector’s plant, it constitutes a place of tropical exoticism, and a novel occasion to enjoy rich and dense vegetation in the centre of […]
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- April 08, 2013
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French consumer confidence is sagging. The reason is that the government has just announced average increases of 5% in gas and electricity rates. More and more French people are turning to renewable energy sources, abandoning fossil fuels and inclined to take up more environmentally responsible behaviours. We know that mankind uses considerable quantities of gas, […]
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- April 05, 2013
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We all know gluttony is a bad thing, except if it’s helping us to stay in shape and in good health! Thanks to a wonderful pastry cook, who initially studied to become a computer graphic artist and photographer, our body and our taste buds are very grateful! Chloe Saada’s cupcakes are prepared exclusively with natural […]
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- April 01, 2013
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Hédonie is a very selective delicatessen offering you the best in natural and organic food.. From fresh seasonal products (breads, pastries, fruits,vegetables,dairy products…) to classic deli's products (tea,coffee,seasonings, wines, champagne...)and specialized products (for babies and children,dietetics,well being,aromatherapy,cleaning products...)Hedonie offers a wide range of products, while always respecting the environment, to the green friendly citizens who […]
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- March 29, 2013
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Aroma-Zone is a green workshop which specializes in natural ingredients (hydrolats, vegetable butters, essential oils). People can buy their how–to kits to make their own green cosmetics. Aroma-Zone also offers “cosmetic workshops”, from Tuesdays to Saturdays, in small groups of 5 to 6 people. The price is EUR 25 for one hour. The shop is […]
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- March 22, 2013
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Born in Norway, Leila Hafzi is one of those Scandinavian designers with magical inspirations. Member of the “Ethical Trading Initiative” in Norway, the young woman uses green fabrics such as natural silk. Spectacular evening gowns or stunning wedding dresses, Cinderella can make a long face compared with the sparkle of her creations. Draped such as […]
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- March 18, 2013
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Thanks to a partnership with the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), the organizers of the project “Clean up the World” call the communities to repair and preserve their environment. In order to do so, collective initiatives were organized, like removing wastes or planting trees, but also projects of water and energy savings. About 35 million […]
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- March 13, 2013
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Four Ouessant sheep recently bought by the Paris Farm have established their quarters in the Archives Park, at the heart of the 19th district. This grassed space of 2000m2 at the foot of the building that preserves several million documents from the public services of the capital will thus abandon mechanical devices and chemical herbicides […]
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- March 11, 2013
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