Paris 2 - activities

Chimère, a contemporary and stylish brasserie in Opéra

Neo-brasserie Chimère, with its meticulous vintage decor and embered plates, opens its doors just off the Opéra Garnier.

Alla Mano, finger-fried Italian street food in Sentier

Head for the Sentier to discover Alla Mano and its Italian street-food specialties: supplì, Roman cousins not so far removed from Sicilian arancini; and panzerotti, a kind of doughnut topped like a pizza frita.

Bonchon, the fried chicken restaurant opens its doors

Bonchon, the world-famous Korean fried chicken street-food chain, is coming to Paris on March 9, 2023. Head to the 2nd arrondisseemnt to (re)discover the best chicken wings by Business Insider.

Chardonnay, the roguish little brother of the Crus de Bourgogne

Opened right next door to its big sister Aux Crus de Bourgogne, Chardonnay is the Dumant family's latest offspring, the turbulent child version. A new bistro with no fuss, no muss, no fuss, featuring dishes with a French flair.

Accents Table Bourse, Ayumi Sugiyama's delicate starred restaurant

Delicacy, refinement and elegance are all terms that describe Accents Table Bourse, the first restaurant of Japanese pastry chef Ayumi Sugiyama, just a stone's throw from the Palais Brongniart, which has been awarded a Michelin star.

"Quinze.bis": the Gibert bookstore concept store in Paris

The historic Gibert bookstore chain, despite difficulties in recent years, is hoping to capitalize on the second-hand boom and is inventing new bookstore concepts with the opening of its "Quinze.bis" store from September 30, 2021 in Paris.

Kick Café: a gourmet café and concept store dedicated to K-Pop in the heart of Paris

Notice to K-pop fans, here is the address not to be missed in Paris! Kick Café is waiting for you in the 2nd district of the capital to make you discover its gourmet coffee shop and its canon concept-store dedicated to Korean pop music.

Re-Rouje, the fashion brand of the Parisian Jeanne Damas goes upcycling

Rouje, the fashion label of renowned Parisian Jeanne Damas, is launching Re-Rouje, a clothing line made from dormant fabrics and manufactured in France. As the brand begins its progression into upcycling, it is also developing other sustainable and solidarity-based initiatives based on the model: Re-Create, Re-Use, Re-Give.

Valentine's Day 2023: Single or in a relationship, rejuvenate at Bloom Studios

Whether you're looking for an original activity to do with your other half or, on the contrary, to take advantage of Valentine's Day to take care of yourself, Bloom Studios has just what you need! A relaxation session in a salt room or a one-hour massage: this is the perfect way to spend Valentine's Day 2023 under the sign of well-being.

Bong Joon-Ho : the director of Parasite at Grand Rex for a masterclass

On the occasion of the re-release of "The Host" in theaters, the director Bong Joon-Ho is the guest of the Grand Rex, this Sunday, February 26th. On the program of this exceptional day, the screenings of "The Host" and "Parasite", as well as a masterclass of the director.

Sparks in concert at the Grand Rex in Paris in June 2023

Sparks announces a series of few concerts in Europe with a single show in Paris. See the famous band founded by Ron and Russell Mael at the Grand Rex on Tuesday June 13, 2023.

Mazette, the first creative DIY lab in Paris

Mazette is the new place to be for creative people in Paris! DIY fans, you will be happy with this creative lab where you can try your hand at crocheting, knitting, drawing and candle-making!

Pantagruel, chef Jason Gouzy's Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant in the Sentier district of Paris

At his Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant Pantagruel, chef Jason Gouzy takes three different approaches to each of his dishes.

Café Etienne Marcel, the hot family-friendly brunch - closed

Every Sunday, Café Etienne Marcel organizes its kid-friendly brunch, featuring fresh, carefully prepared produce in a warm and welcoming setting. Enough to delight the most gourmet among us.

Manhattn's Burgers, American-style burgers by Belgians in Montorgueil

Head for Manhattn's Burgers, on rue Montorgueil, to sample the burgers of Belgian brothers Jérôme and Philippe Vandermeulen, who have already won over street-food fans across the border.

Galette des Rois 2023 from Stohrer, the traditional frangipane for Epiphany

For Epiphany 2023, Paris's oldest patisserie is keeping with tradition, with an almond-rich Galette des Rois 2023. A galette that will make the whole family melt!

Galette des rois Banana Bread from Tartelettes 2023

What if, for a change from the classic galette des rois, you opted for Tartelettes' fabulous, gourmet Babana Bread galette for this Epiphany 2023?

Baldoria, Italian street food and pizza by the slice

Baldoria has arrived with an Italian specialty that is still little-known in Paris: pizza al taglio, otherwise known as pizza by the slice.

Kimochi, the Japanese sushi burger restaurant

Kimochi is the name of a new sushi and sushi burger bar opening in Paris. Head for the Passage des Panoramas to discover this Japanese restaurant with a unique and delicious concept.

Jeffrey Cagnes patisserie, rue Montorgueil, Paris

Jeffrey Cagnes takes over rue Montorgueil! If you're a sweet tooth, a savory tooth or a chocolate lover, now's the time to discover the emblematic chef's patisserie in Paris's 2nd arrondissement, a stone's throw from Les Halles.