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пятница, 14 февраля 2020 г.

The guide to Dutch pick-up lines, compliments and date phrases – Lekker!

A good love life in the Netherlands also requires some high-quality Dutch pick-up lines. So let us be your wingman (kinda) by teaching you some of the best ways to flirt in Holland. As there is only one way – the Dutch way!*


*Almost all other cultural ways of flirting are better than the Dutch way, we’re biased


The complete guide to pick-up lines in the Netherlands


The courtship process can be very complicated, yet exciting for homo sapiens. However, if you are not knowledgeable in the art of seduction, this might result in a dry evening, week, month, God forbid maybe even a year. The mating process can also be exceptionally difficult if your object of desire has already rejected or scared off all the other lingering predators. This is survival of the fittest!



But if you are in a desperate need of a mate, do not worry, because DutchReview and Learn Dutch have teamed up to help you turn that dry season into a fruitful one. We have selected the biggest DO’S and DON’TS of Dutch pick-up lines. Once you learn these fire sentences, your object of desire will definitely be DTF. Well, maybe. Hopefully! It doesn’t hurt to try though.


“Oh, DutchReview! How dare you assume that I need to learn Dutch just for my primary needs! This is despicable! #offended”


Well, we both know that if you clicked on this article, then you definitely need some help in your mating life. But don’t worry, we also have some pretty good tips on how to learn non-flirty (boring) Dutch. Just head on over to Bart de Pau at Learn Dutch! His website offers some amazing online courses that are easy to follow, and you choose when to follow them. You’ll speak all types of Dutch like a pro in no time!


So are you ready? Here are the 3 C’s of Dutch pick-up lines: Cheesy, cheeky and creepy! Are you from the Netherlands? Cause AmsterDAMMMN! Wooden shoe like to go out on a date? These Dutch pick-up line are so amazing that you’re almost being seduced by the article itself already!



Cheesy Dutch pick-up lines


As with any other language, Dutch losers also have a vast array of ready-to-use pickup lines that they can say, since they have no game. Here is a list of some cheesy pick-up lines that can straight out raise your sodium levels and give you a heart attack. The following Dutch pick-up lines were written while cringing painfully, just so that you – our dearest reader- know if you ever fall victim to such blasphemy.




  • “Kan ik een kus lenen? Ik zal beloven hem terug te geven.” Can I borrow a kiss, I promise to give it back.

  • “Ik ben een dief, en ik ben hier om je hart te stelen.” – I’m a thief, and I’m here to steal your heart.

  • “Hoe voelt het om het mooiste meisje in de kamer?” – How does it feel to be the most beautiful girl in the room?

  • “Geloof je in liefde op het eerste gezicht? Of moet ik weer voorbij lopen?” – Do you believe in love at first sight? Or should I walk by you again?

  • “Heb je een kaart? Ik ben de weg kwijt in je ogen.” – Do you have a map? I’m lost in your eyes.

  • “Bent u een camera? Want elke keer als ik naar je kijk, lach ik.” – Are you a camera? Because every time I look at you, I smile.

  • “Excuseer me, ik ben mijn telefoonnummer kwijt. Kan ik die van jou lenen?” – Excuse Me, I’ve lost my phone number. Can I borrow yours?

  • “Ben je vandaag gearresteerd? Het moet illegaal zijn om er zo mooi uit te zien.” – Were you arrested today? It must be illegal to look so beautiful.

  • “Weet je wat me aan jou opvalt? Je ogen hebben dezelfde kleur als mijn Ferrari…” – Do you know what strikes me about you? Your eyes are the same color as my Ferrari…

  • “Nee, in werkelijkheid ben ik niet zo lang, ik zit op dit moment op mijn portemonnee” -No, in reality I’m not that tall, I’m currently on my wallet

  • “Uw glimlach verlicht de kamer, dus ik moest komen.” – Your smile lit up the room so I had to come over.


For a better start in dating in Dutchland, best to watch this nice little video by Learn Dutch:



Cheeky Dutch pick-up lines


Now this pick up line is quite difficult to remember. But if it ever happens that you’re approached by a specimen of the douchious bagious and your ears suddenly start bleeding, then you certainly know you’ve heard this pick-up line. Just be aware that this species doesn’t react well to rejection, so you might want to let them down easily (despite the uncontrollable urge to punch them).





    • ‘Ik heb geen openingszin, maar jij hebt een opening en ik heb zin.’ It means: ‘I don’t have a whole lot of pick up lines, but you’ve got a hole, and I’ve got a sentence lined up.’ – !?!?!?! Trust me, it sucks just as much in Dutch as it did in English.





Creepy Dutch pick-up lines


Now, if you ever hear any of these pick-up lines just call the police straight away. The person saying these might possibly be a serial killer or a kidnapper. Ok, we might be over exaggerating, but it is a crime itself to use such terrible pick-up lines…So you should still call the police. And if you’re into that type of creepy stuff, then you might need to see a doctor to treat your Stockholm syndrome (but we won’t judge). You go ahead and get your kink on!







      • “Als ik je zou volgen tot aan je huis… zou je me dan houden?” – If I followed you up to your house … would you keep me?

      • “Mag ik je iets vragen, jongedame, ga je ook met onbekenden naar bed? Nee? Laat ik mezelf dan even voorstellen…” – Can I ask you something, young lady, are you going to bed with strangers? No? Let me introduce myself…

      • “Ik heb mijn teddybeer verloren, wil jij mee naar bed?” – I lost my teddybear. Will you go to bed with me?







Dutch compliments to women


Now not all pick-up lines are bad. If you actually want to make a good impression on a girl, just keep it simple. A small compliment will probably get you a lot further, than a cheesy Dutch pick-up line. The female species tend to like simplicity, so make sure to keep it that way when flirting. If you go overboard with your compliments, females will sniff out the bullshit straight away. So whatever you do, do not trip their ‘bullshit alarm’. So without further ado, here are a few simple compliments that won’t land you a knee in the private area (well, except for the last one maybe).







      • “Je hebt mooie benen.” – You have beautiful legs.

      • “Je bent knap.” – You are pretty.

      • “Je bent beeldschoon.” – You are very beautiful.

      • “Ik vind je lief/leuk.” – I think you’re nice.

      • “Lekkere tetten.” – Nice tits.







Dutch compliments to men


Now let’s be honest here – the male species loves it when you indulge their egos. So if you want to pick up a man, just shower him with compliments. The best part is that even if you bullshit, the male species can’t sense a thing. After the second compliment they will be too far gone, swimming in a pool of self-admiration. So go wild with compliments, no matter how outlandish they may be.







      • “Je bent zo romantisch.” – You are so romantic

      • “Je bent de beste.” – You are the best

      • “Je bent zo grappig.” – You are so funny

      • “Je bent zo knap” – You are so handsome

      • “Je bent zo gespierd” – You are so muscular

      • “Ben je een god?” – Are you a god?







Dutch date phrases


Now this part is very important. Because if you’ve actually managed to score a date, that means our Dutch pick-up lines have actually worked (not that we ever doubted ourselves). However, this also means that you have done something right and this is probably your best chance to seal the deal. Do not screw it up! Here are a few Dutch date phrases that will help you make a good long lasting impression.



  • Ik kan niet geloven dat je ‘naam’ heet, mijn hond/cat heette ook ‘naam’ – I can’t believe your called ‘name’, my cat/dog was also called ‘name’

  • Ik heb altijd al gehouden van luipaardprint en gescheurde spijkerbroeken – I always loved leopard print and torn up jeans

  • Ik betaal de rekening wel, maakt niet uit joh – I pay the bill, don’t sweat it (if that doesn’t seal the deal with a Dutchie then please mail us at firsttimeforeverything@dutchreview.com)



Dutch pick-up lines: it’s all about the confidence


The most important thing about Dutch pick-up lines is saying them with confidence. Do not stutter or mumble like a foreign loser! Go up to that eye candy and confidently pick them up (figuratively) in Dutch. And if your accent was absolutely terrible, best case scenario you’ll make your object of desire laugh. And that is still a good thing, right? So you’re welcome! So that makes it official – DutchReview is the best wingman in the Netherlands.


If you need the TL;DR version, do not forget to watch our video on dating the Dutch!


But all jokes aside, learning Dutch will probably get you further in your Dutch love life than most of the Dutch opening lines above.


It doesn’t have to be expensive, or hard even, Bart de Pau from Learn Dutch helped us out with some lingual tricks in this article and he and his grand massive 84K subscribing Youtube channel of Learn Dutch will certainly help you along in the Dutch dating game!  


Are there any other Dutch pick-up lines that you know of? Let us know in the comments below!


Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on 13 Sep 2018 but was updated for your reading pleasure on 14 February 2020. 


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четверг, 13 февраля 2020 г.

Exclusivity, Apps, “The Talk”: French Expats Navigate American Dating

The “bases,” a need to confirm dates hours before they begin minute, a lack of spontaneity, navigating exclusiveness… Between culture shock and general incomprehension, the unwritten rules of American love and dating can confuse French-speaking singles who have just arrived in the United States. Because really, the French don’t date.


Out of love for an American, French woman Servane arrived in San Francisco 11 years ago. But after eight years in the relationship, the couple split up and the Servane found herself back on the dating market again. She feels that her encounters are much less spontaneous in the U.S. than in France: “Americans are more puritanical and there is very little flirting in cafés, on transportation or in restaurants.”


Looking at her dates, she’s made some nice encounters as well as others that she would rather forget. “The guy who talks to you about software for 2 hours 30 minutes straight without realizing that you’re watching TV in the bar, the one whose phone is ringing every five minutes because his life is governed by alarms, the one who gives you too much information or the one who, after the email exchanges cease, is probably married.”


Exclusive or not, that is the question


For Marine, a young 21-year-old French woman in Sterling, Virginia, what troubled her the most was the question of exclusivity. “When I was an au pair, I tried Tinder and went on dates with some guys,” until she met her future husband Daniel, with whom she had to have the conversation. “He was seeing another girl, but after a month he made a formal request for exclusivity,” she recalls.


Tired of American-style dating like Servane, Valérie-Anne Demulier, a 32-year-old Belgian, created a dating concept for French people in New York, R&S for Robert and Simone, in May 2019. “I had the idea when I was still single, and I observed that a lot of French people around me didn’t like to date on apps, and that some of my girlfriends had sordid dating stories around the issue of exclusivity.”


The creator of the app arrived in New York in 2015 while in a relationship with a European. “We broke up soon after. I did some dating on apps; it worked, I met a lot of people, but the ‘non-exclusive’ aspect of relationships was weird for me, because at home [in France] we’re a couple or we’re not.”


A month after the launch of R&S, Valérie-Anne Demulier met Sean, a 37-year-old American from San Francisco. “I was surprised because I thought it would be easier with French-speaking people,” she explains. “After a week, we had a ‘talk,’ I told him I didn’t want to go out with other people.” His answer was positive, then two days later he asked Valérie-Anne: “If we’re exclusive, does that mean we’re officially boyfriend and girlfriend?” “I thought it was really cute,” she recalls.


The job interview


The “talk” and “exclusivity” system isn’t the only thing that annoys Marine when she starts to date someone. She feels like this system is some kind of “trial period.” For Alexandra, a French expat in San Francisco who is divorced from an American, the men she met were “pragmatic” and came to parties “like they were looking for a job.” “They ask you questions and the answers have to tick the right boxes: marriage, a one-night stand, a ‘connection.’ In fact, they define the product and then it’s nothing more and nothing less than project management,” she analyses.


It’s a perspective shared by Catherine, 35, a French teacher at community colleges in Los Angeles. “During a date, you have to act like you would in a professional interview, present your CV and your qualities.” She cites the example of a man she went on a date with that she likes to call “the polyglot” who, after jabbering a few words in French, announced, “I’m not going to lie to you, I speak five languages.” During this kind of “recruitment of the perfect woman,” she is always asked about her passions, and a more disconcerting question sometimes comes up: “why are you single?” Aghast, she prefers to use the French deuxième dégre — offbeat humor — to answer it, at the risk of confusing the American male. This interrogation, she believes, is intended to check if she can fulfil the role of “ideal woman for the family photo.”


Alexandra also denounces the protocol behind American-style dating, all “those unspoken codes that regulate every date.” “You always have to reconfirm the appointment a few hours beforehand, otherwise they don’t come,” says Catherine, who learned this rule after one of her app dates stood her up.


But Catherine was also surprised by the honesty of some of her dates: “A man told me he was looking for a sophisticated woman, and that as a French woman I could be that. It was like he was trying to affirm his social status.” On the other hand, she has already had the opposite in front of her: a suitor confessed to her, during a conversation, that he was a big consumer of porn and had an addiction to cocaine. “A good pressure-free evening,” Catherine laughs.


While many end up finding a soul mate, and if not then at least a satisfying relationship, for others the culture shock is insurmountable. Alexandra decided “not to date any more Americans …. There is an irreconcilable incompatibility, a fundamentally different philosophy of life.” What she is looking for is “more natural, this Latin-style relationship of going on adventures, of flirting, of letting oneself live.” And to her great pleasure, she has just met a great German man.   


By Charlotte Autry (San Francisco), Sandra Cazenave (Los Angeles), Nastasia Peteuil (Washington DC), and Maxime Aubin (New York)


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среда, 12 февраля 2020 г.

14 Romantic Places in Paris That Are Perfect for Couples

Paris is known as one of the most romantic cities in the world. If you’ve already enjoyed the Eiffel Tower and the Luxembourg Gardens, here’s some inspiration for your next romantic trip to the city of love. 


1. Banks of the Seine 






It’s one of the simplest yet most romantic walks in Paris, where you can steal a kiss on the Pont des Arts, pass the Louvre museum and admire the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral. Stop along the way to look for antiquarian treasures at the bouquinistes.  


2. Musée de la Vie Romantique 






The Musée de la vie romantique (museum of romantic life) is at the foot of Montmartre’s sloping hill and the perfect escape for lovers. The building is an 1830’s townhouse, featuring a paved courtyard, a greenhouse, a garden, and two twin studios. Visit the permanent collections (for free), one of the limited exhibitions, or just enjoy a hot drink and snack at the salon de thé in the garden. — 16 Rue Chaptal, 75009 


3. Early June 






A recent addition to the Paris restaurant scene, Early June is located just off the Canal Saint-Martin and run by the friendly Camille and Victor. On the menu is a selection of small plates built around seasonal produce and a natural wine list with takeaway bottles as an option. You can reserve in advance — rare for Paris dinner spots — and expect a down-to-earth but intimate evening by candlelight. — 19 Rue Jean Poulmarch, 75010


4. Le mur des je t’aime 






A must-see for couples visiting Paris, this artwork was brought to life by Frédéric Baron and Claire Kito and features “I love you” written 311 times in 250 languages. The deep blue enameled tiles feature splashes of bright red to represent parts of a broken heart. Stay awhile and soak up all the different ways that you can say “Je t’aime.” (Access is free.) — Square Jehan Rictus, Place des Abbesses, 75018


5. Compagnie des vins surnaturels 






Natural wine has really taken off in Paris these past few years and this is an address suitable for connoisseurs and amateurs alike. Started by three French sommeliers, there’s a huge wealth of wine and small plates featuring fresh fish tartares, Spanish ham and Italian cheese. With interior design by the much-in-demand Dorothée Meilichzon, you’ll find provincial touches, graphic patterns, and design-focused details. — 7 rue Lobineau 75006


6. Temple de la Sybille in Parc des Buttes-Chaumont 






Another spot that boasts splendid views of the city to enjoy with your loved one, this sprawling park is full of secluded corners for a few kisses over a picnic. The Lovers’ Temple is at the highest point of the park, which is best enjoyed as the sun rises or sets over Paris. — 1 rue Botzaris, 75019


7. Sainte-Chapelle 






A royal chapel that dates back to 1238. Commissioned by King Louis IX of France, Sainte-Chapelle is considered to be one of the greatest architectural achievements of the period. It endured some damage during the French Revolution and benefited from restoration in the 19th century; it boasts one of the most extensive 13th-century stained glass collections in the world. Don’t leave without visiting the upper level. — 8 Boulevard du Palais, 75001


8. Hotel Particulier 






Perhaps one of Paris’ best kept secrets, this is also one of the sexiest spots in the city. Hidden away in a courtyard that could be mistaken for the English countryside, this townhouse hotel was once home to the Hermès family. If you want to blow the budget there’s a special Romantic Package at the hotel, but if not then put your best outfit on and head to the cocktail bar, with its lush red, velvet chairs housed within a greenhouse. — Pavillon, 23 Avenue Junot D, 75018


9. Rue des Abbesses 






Located in one of the most lovey-dovey parts of the city (Montmartre), stroll down the street hand-in-hand and enjoy a drink on one of the many café terrasses at the end of the day. Then head up to the Sacré-Coeur Basilica for one of the most beautiful views of the city. 


10. Musée de l’Orangerie 






Within the former Tuileries Palace orangery, this beautiful art gallery houses impressionist and post-impressionist paintings. It’s worth visiting with your love for the permanent collection of eight large Water Lilies murals by Claude Monet — very romantic — and the view of Place de la Concorde as you leave. — Tuileries Garden


11. La Palette 






For a romantic breakfast to start the day (or the morning after), head to La Palette in the picturesque Saint-Germain neighborhood. Once famous among French artists and writers, the interior is traditionally romantic with cozy furniture, so you can snuggle next to your lover. Great service and a hearty menu round off the experience. — 43 Rue de Seine, 75006


12. Parc Montsouris 






Escape to this sumptuous park in the relatively tourist-free 14th arrondissement. Stroll and enjoy the flora and fauna, or get lost amongst ancient trees and visit the lake with its secret caves and waterfalls. Definitely one of the most tranquil corners of the city. — 2 Rue Gazan, 75014


13. Le Rooftop – Hotel Peninsula 






For a breathtaking panoramic view of Paris, head to this chic rooftop bar, preferably at night so you can catch the Eiffel Tower’s sparkling light show. Enjoy your cocktail à deux in peace away from the busy bistro terraces. Make sure you’re a little dressed up to get the full experience (and meet the dress code). There’s a required minimum spend of 26€ per person. — 19 Avenue Kléber, 75116


14. Passage du Désir














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Named by the inhabitants of the neighborhood in 1789, this leafy, cobbled street takes you to rue de la Fidelité (faithfulness) and rue de Paradis (Paradise). Very on-brand if you’re seeking romance. — starts at 89 rue du Faubourg-Saint-Martin and ends at 84 rue du Faubourg-Saint-Denis

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понедельник, 10 февраля 2020 г.

11 Romantic French Quotes About Love That’ll Make You Swoon

France is well-known for having one of the most romantic languages in the world. Pleasing to the ear, certainly, but it’s also been influenced by centuries of poetry, music and art. Here’s a selection of romantic quotes in French that’ll have you (and your loved ones) swooning. 


1. “Oh ! si tu pouvais lire dans mon coeur, tu verrais la place où je t’ai mise!” — Gustave Flaubert


Translation: If you could read my heart, you would see the place I have given you there.


Does it get any more romantic than Flaubert, author of the wonderful Madame Bovary?


2. “Car, vois-tu, chaque jour je t’aime davantage, aujourd’hui plus qu’hier et bien moins que demain.” — Rosemonde Gérard


Translation: For, you see, each day I love you more, today more than yesterday and less than tomorrow.


The French poet and playwright took a long term view to love, holding more in her heart with each passing day. Sigh.


3. “La vie est une fleur dont l’amour est le miel.” — Victor Hugo


Translation: Life is a flower, of which love is the honey.


From Le roi s’amuse, a play about romance, which Victor Hugo handled with sweetness.


4. “Il n’y a qu’un bonheur dans la vie, c’est d’aimer et d’être aimé.” — George Sand


Translation: There is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved.


George Sand was the pen name of Amantine Lucile Dupin. She lived by her own words, having affairs with several of her literary contemporaries (good for her). 


5. “Quand on n’a que l’amour / Pour tracer un chemin / Et forcer le destin / A chaque carrefour.” — Jacques Brel (Quand on a que l’amour)


Translation: When we have only love / to show the way / and change the course of fate / at every crossroad.


The Belgian singer Jacques Brel was a master of love in his songwriting. His romantic lyrics, coupled with sweeping melodies and his deep voice, guarantee an emotional rollercoaster.


6. “Entre deux cœurs qui s’aiment, nul besoin de paroles.” — Marceline Desbordes-Valmore


Translation: Two hearts in love need no words.


No words needed, thanks to French poet Marceline Desbordes-Valmore.


7. “Aimer, ce n’est pas se regarder l’un l’autre, c’est regarder ensemble dans la même direction.” — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry


Translation: Love doesn’t mean gazing at each other, but looking, together, in the same direction.


The writer best-known for Le Petit Prince clearly prioritized the importance of partnership within love.


8. “L’amour fait les plus grandes douceurs et les plus sensibles infortunes de la vie.” — Madeleine de Scudéry


Translation: Love makes life’s sweetest pleasures and worst misfortunes.


Madéleine De Scudéry opened up her home to artists, writers, intellectuals for creative discussions and clearly had a way with words herself. 


9. “L’amour est comme le vent, nous ne savons pas d’où il vient.” — Balzac


Translation: Love is like the wind, we never know where it will come from.


Wise words from the French novelist that serve as a reminder to stay open when it comes to falling in love.


10. “Quand il me prend dans les bras / Il me parle tout bas / Je vois la vie en rose.” — Edith Piaf (La vie en rose)


Translation: When he takes me in his arms/ and speaks to me softly, / I see the world through rose-colored glasses.


Considered as one of the greatest singers of all time, Edith Piaf knew a thing or two when it came to love and always fell very hard in affairs of the heart.


11. “Quand on est aimé on ne doute de rien. Quand on aime, on doute de tout.” — Colette


Translation: Those who are loved, doubt nothing. Those who love, doubt everything


Colette was a writer who never shied away from the truth, even when it came to love.


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пятница, 7 февраля 2020 г.

11 Romantic Things to Do in Paris

Sure, just being in Paris is pretty romantic. But you can only sit across from one another on a chic terrasse and stare into each other’s eyes for so long before before the question arises: “Well, what do you want to do?” Whether you’re looking for an adventure, or just a conversation starter, here are a few activities to get you off your feet and into your lover’s arms.


1. A boat ride to the Temple of Love






You heard it here. There is a literal “Temple of Love” in Paris. Specifically, in the middle of the Lac Daumesnil in the Bois de Vincennes, far on the eastern edge of Paris. Paris’s largest public park is a sprawling mass of greenery, ideal for any couple with one partner who loves hiking and one partner who “loves hiking” but wants to know exactly how far the nearest metro station is. Rent a rowboat to cross the lake and clamber up to the Temple. Once your Instagram story has uploaded, walk down the rocky path into a cozy grotto for a little more alone time.


2. A romantic scavenger hunt at the Louvre






Are you that couple that’s constantly trying to one-up each other? Do your heated dinner party debates make your friends anxious, but only make things steamier once you’ve gotten home? Check this out: THATMuse is a company that creates scavenger hunts at museums around Europe, and their Love Hunt at the Louvre might be just the thing to take in some culture, while creating an opportunity to unleash your competitive side. Tickets cost €29, but you’ll also need a Louvre ticket, which can be purchased online for €17. Then book your tour here.


3. A private city tour in a vintage car






You know what’s RATP strike-proof? A leisurely city tour in a classic Citroën 2CV, or the “deux chevaux.” Cedric’s Paris is a company that arranges customizable tours that will take you around Paris for €170 per car. And talk about cars with personality — these babies literally have their own bios. Add a bottle of champagne, or even a professional photographer to your tour for an added price.


4. A bird’s-eye view of Paris






For the couple that reads The Economist together and uses Greta Thunberg’s name as a verb. The Ballon de Paris Generali hot air balloon in the André Citroën Park serves the dual function of being both a romantic way to see Paris from above, and also a one-of-a-kind way to learn about air quality in metropolitan areas. The balloon changes colors to indicate if air quality is good (green), middling (orange), or poor (red). So, essentially, spying the balloon from a distance might be an early indicator of whether or not it’s a good day to go for a 20-minute trip into the clouds. Tickets are €15 per person, and you should check the website to make sure the balloon is flying dependent on weather.


5. Flowers for any season














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Is your girlfriend always complaining about how you never buy her flowers? Here’s a life hack: get her all the flowers, yes, even in February, if only for an afternoon, by taking her to the Jardin des Serres d’Auteuil, the miraculous botanical garden on the edge of the Bois de Boulogne. Entrance is free (FREE!), and you can email them about guided tours at education-environnement@paris.fr. While outside the trees are lifeless, watch the flowers (and your love) bloom evergreen.


6. Pastry-making classes






Did you get on board with your boyfriend’s insane New Year’s workout and diet regimen, when all you want in the world is to put away an entire sleeve of Oreos while he’s at hot yoga? Make your binge look like an exercise in good taste with a French pastry class at Le Foodist or La Cuisine Paris. Not only will you have all the macarons, tartes, and eclairs you can eat, but you’ll also have some back pocket recipes for impressing dinner guests. Classes run around three hours, and cost between €69 and €99 per person.


7. Life’s a cabaret






For the couple that’s watched Moulin Rouge! together too many times, but gets hives even thinking about tourist traps, Lido is a great alternative when you want your night to start out with a bang. Lido has been servicing the Parisian cabaret scene since 1946, and their shows have all the bravado of Vegas, with all the style of 1940’s Paris. You can either buy an €85 ticket that comes with champagne, or a €130 ticket that comes with dinner. Either way, you’ll leave satisfied.


8. Sunday in the park with Gruyère














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A garden picnic in Jardin Catherine-Labouré on rue Babylone, Paris was perfect – we sat on the grass in the sun, drank wine, ate fresh baguettes, cheese, meat, salad and finished with an apricot dessert ♥⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #secretparis #picnic #foodie #parisfood #wine #danlarue #parispicnic #travelmoments #travelpic #parisfood #french #vacation #tourism #cityofparis #cityoflights #secretsofparis #takemethere #romantic #parismaville #doitinparis #parisstreets #igers #enjoyparis #travelblog #citylife #travelgram #everydayparisian #mylittleparis #doitinparis #afrenchcollection


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A picnic always seems like a great idea until you’ve spent ten minutes staring at a shelf of tapenade in Monoprix, panicked, bought an odd number of incongruous grocery items, and just ended up stopping at the nearest boulangerie for a sandwich anyway. Luckily, the world class chefs at Boco have you covered. This restaurant in the 8th arrondissement serves freshly made meals and sides to-go, for delivery or pickup, so you can skip to the fun part of the picnic: arguing over which gently worn patch of grass looks like it has the fewest rocks and twigs in it. Skip the more touristy parks and try Parc des Buttes Chaumont or Parc de Belleville for some stunning sunset views and a locals-only vibe.


9. Ballroom dancing






Because you didn’t spend the six weeks and hundreds of dollars learning the tango for the First Dance at your wedding reception only to never use it again. Retro Dancing is a converted cinema that is now one of the more unusual discothèques in Paris, where you can dance the Cha Cha, Rumba, or even the Madison, any night of the week. Entrance is about €6-14, and every Wednesday through Sunday, from 2-8pm, they host Tea Dances, essentially an open floor for ballroom dancing, for everything from the Waltz to the Charleston. Fridays are reserved for Tango, and Saturdays for Salsa.


10. Wine tasting






When you’re back home, it might be good enough to say, “it’s French,” when asked what wine you picked up at the liquor store. But when you’re at that Big Deal dinner reservation with your fiancé, and the waiter comes around with the wine list, you don’t want to be the chump who settles for a G&T because you were too afraid of picking the wrong Cabernet. Ô Chateau is here to help. This wine bar offers dozens of wine tastings held in English that will teach you what to look for and what you like in a good French wine. Sign up for a wine and cheese lunch, an apéro masterclass, a three-course dinner, or even a Champagne cruise, starting at €59 per person.


11. Dine in the dark






If, while eating a meat substitute or low-fat variety of something or other, you’ve ever been told, “If you close your eyes, it tastes the same,” then you know how patently untrue this sentiment is. This fallacy is the entire concept behind Dans Le Noir, a one-of-a-kind restaurant in which the senses are divorced in order to hone in on an epicurean dining experience like you’ve never imagined. Diners are served entirely in the dark, creating a sensual atmosphere where taste — and touch — are magnified. A three-course meal package starts at €72 per person.


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