Breakfast at the Eiffel Tower in Paris! HONEST REVIEW

France continues to hold the title of the world's no1 tourist destination, attracting travellers with its vibrant culture, iconic historical sites, and renowned cuisine. December is my birthday month and the season of festivities, making it my favourite time of the year!

A 100% Parisian experience not to be missed! An unforgettable breakfast at the Eiffel Tower. You can enjoy the famous Parisian Breakfast in The Madame Brasserie Lounge every day from 10am to 12pm.

I have been searching on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram and haven't yet to find anyone who has posted about breakfast at the Eiffel Tower. Therefore, I decided to seize the opportunity and give it a try at the last minute. I have acquired tickets for the second floor, which include access via the lift, at a cost of 22.60 euros per person. The total for both of us amounts to 45.20 euros, and the tickets were purchased online for breakfast the following morning. Please note that the Madame Brasserie restaurant is located on the first floor; however, tickets for access to the first floor alone are not available for purchase.

When you buy a ticket for the second or top floor, you will not be able to return to the upper levels once you come down. You don't need to make any reservations, you can visit the Madame Brasserie lounge every morning between 10 AM to 12 PM.

The cost for an individual menu is €24.
1 Espresso 5 euros
1 Croissant 5 euros
Madeleine to share 14 euros

Price: “Breakfast” set menu for €22 1 pot of Jasmine green tea, orange juice, paired with a selection of fine pastries or freshly baked bread served with jam and butter. Enjoy all of this while unwinding in the cosy lounge armchairs, complemented by stunning views from the windows.

The croissants drizzled with honey are absolutely divine, with a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. The pastries, bread, and madeleines are undoubtedly freshly made on the day!

A chocolate croissant, commonly referred to as pain au chocolate, is a French pastry that translates to "bread with chocolate." The inside has a honeycomb-like texture, filled with rich dark chocolate that offers a high-quality taste without any greasiness.

The inside has a honeycomb-like texture, filled with rich dark chocolate that offers a high-quality taste without any greasiness. I love drizzling some honey on top to bring in that sweetness, while the chocolate adds a nice bitterness and a hint of buttery flavour.

This madeleine is made with real vanilla seeds, It has a subtle buttery richness, a delightful crunch on the outside, and a moist on the inside. The cake has a perfectly balanced sweetness. My husband and I thought it was the one I baked at home in the afternoon for our coffee break.

I’m absolutely thrilled to enjoy breakfast in the Eiffel Tower! The server was so delightful, sang the birthday song while beaming and recorded a video with us. I recommend leaving at least 5 euros as a tip to show appreciation for the excellent service and to spread some joy! The total, including the access lift and tips, comes to €96.20, which is under €100. It was definitely worth it and truly brightened my day!

I gave it a high rating of 10 out of 10 due to the quality of the food, the level of service, the ambiance, and the overall value. I really enjoyed my birthday by having breakfast at the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

Experience unforgettable moments with newspaper photographs in front of the Eiffel Tower. This service is completely free; however, if you enjoy it, you more likely to donate.

Take an Uber back to the hotel. It's really convenient to use the Uber app, and back to the hotel usually costs around 12-15 euros for a one-way trip. Looking forward to seeing you all in the next video! Hope you found this helpful :)

📍Madame Brasserie - 2 Michelin-Starred Chef
Location: Eiffel Tower, 1er, 75007 Paris, France

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Breakfast at Le Meurice Restaurant, Paris! HONEST REVIEW

This place is 100% overrated and overpriced. I had such high expectations for my birthday, especially after seeing the beautiful restaurant advertised on Facebook. I didn’t think twice about making a reservation.

Upon my arrival, I assumed we would be seated in the next restaurant; however, the server informed me that it's for hotel guests only. This is a misleading advertisement!

At 7 a.m., the sky remains quite dark, resembling night time. Since the Le Meurice restaurant's policy requires a 48-hour notice to cancel if not they will charge 110 EUR for two persons. even if we don’t show up.

The security at the main entrance and the reception gentlemen are very friendly and graciously assist me with my coat.

I was quite taken aback by the poor behaviour exhibited by the staff at the Michelin-starred restaurant. The female server requested that I select only one croissant for breakfast, which I found to be quite absurd. How could a breakfast consist of merely a single croissant? Despite my decision to choose three, I still felt that the situation was quite uncomfortable.

These pot of jasmine green tea is priced at 16 euros, which is acceptable. However, the cost of the orange juice at 15 euros is overpriced. I thought it was in the menu package. Additionally, the server didn't offer much information and communicated less effectively than what you might expect at other Michelin-starred restaurants.

Let me tell you, what is the Continental breakfast in 5 stars, Le Meurice hotel's Michelin starred restaurant.

What I have for my breakfast. 1 small cup espresso, 1 glass of grapefruit juice, 1-3 very dry croissants, 1 bowl of excessively sour fruits should be discarded and not served to everyone.

The croissants were excessively dry, leading me to they were not freshly made on the day. The appearance resembles that of overnight croissants; however, pleasant perspective, while it is still flaky on the outside, it lacks the fluffiness on the inside. The texture is exquisite, reminiscent of honeycomb. Additionally, the fruits were not fresh; they were overly sour, causing me discomfort due to my sensitive teeth.

This was, without a doubt, the worst breakfast I have ever experienced in Paris. These avocado toast costs 34 euros, but the egg yolks aren't that lovely golden color. There's no question that O-Coffee café is far superior and has a much higher rating than this.

However, at this moment, what a delightful birthday surprise! My smile is shining bright!

I’m not giving it a rating to Le Meurice's restaurant. To be honest, the breakfast really isn't worth the 120 euros; the portions are tiny and the food isn't tasty at all, definitely below what you'd expect. This has been the most disappointing dining experience we’ve had in Paris. Once again it is definitely overrated! The security guards with a smile and a warm welcome and good bye!

📍Le Meurice - 2 - Michelin Star restaurant
Location: 228 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France

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Christmas Market - Top-Rated Christmas Tours 2024 Paris

It's only a quick 10-minute walk from the Louvre to the Christmas Market at Tuileries Garden. The historic Tuileries Garden, between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde, lies one of Paris's most delightful Christmas Markets.

This seasonal wonderland is brimming with exciting activities and tasty local treats. A beloved spot for both locals and visitors during the holiday season, continue reading to uncover the enchanting experience of Christmas in the Tuileries. It quickly became a favourite for many!

One of the highlights of the Tuileries Garden Christmas Market is the delightful Artisan Village, perfect for some festive shopping! You'll be greeted by stunning decorations, including igloos, numerous twinkling Christmas trees, oversized plastic Santas, sleighs with reindeer, and enormous candy canes.

In addition to the beautiful setting, the fairground offers a variety of activities that will keep children entertained, featuring a giant slide and Santa’s little train.

When it comes to food at the Tuileries Garden Christmas Market, Josephine's can't resist potato chips, so opted for a potato tornado as a snack. It costs 9 euros each.

Just a tip: sprinkle some salt and paprika on top, let it warm a bit before diving in; it tastes so fresh! Strolling around while enjoying it in the festive atmosphere is simply delightful. For those craving something sweet, the food stalls serve up tempting treats like hot waffles, crêpes, French nougat, an array of chocolates, and classic fairground sweets like cotton candy.

Hope you guys enjoy this video and Josephine's and ItalyPaul Christmas outfit of the day. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and goodbye for now!

📍Tuileries Garden Christmas Market 2024 Location: 2 Rue Saint-Roch, 75001 Paris, France

Enjoy!

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Christmas🎄Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann | Rooftop - Café Coutume & Glass-Walk ✨

Palais Garnier is an renowned opera house situated in Paris, France. It's just a short 4-minute walk from Galeries Lafayette Haussmann at 40 Boulevard Haussmann. This area is vibrant, especially in December, which is both Josephine's birthday month and the festive season.

Josephine and Paul visited earlier this year at the end of March and the beginning of April, and they are excited to be back now.

This lovely ladies shows their support for Paul by giving him a thumbs up. They've noticed how he has been holding Josephine's handbag and filming her from the start of their time on the rooftop. His actions reflect the traits of a great husband.

They took the elevator and a few flights of stairs to reach the rooftop of Galeries Lafayette, where they enjoyed breathtaking panoramic views of Paris—definitely a must-visit with free entry!

They checked out the views from the rooftop and then headed over to Café de Coutume. While chilling there, you could soak in the stunning Lafayette Christmas tree and the amazing 360-degree views of the shopping center. It was just gorgeous. They grabbed a cortado and a small cappuccino for a total of 10 euros. Totally worth it!

The coffee was amazing, and the art on top really brightened their day. Even though the pound cake was super tempting, they had already eaten breakfast and dessert before getting there, so they were just in the mood for a drink to chill out and enjoy the festive vibe.

This spot has a great seating area with amazing views. Josephine and Paul wrapped up their coffee and asked someone to shoot a quick video while she took a seat for the exchange. We all ended up having a great time. She mentioned that her mom would be super happy to sit here; it really felt like a lucky day, especially on such a busy one!

After grabbing their coffee, they planned to check out the glass walkway, but the line was pretty long. Even so, the stunning views made the wait totally worth it.

The team was super friendly and really helpful, which made it easy to meet some amazing people nearby. It’s definitely true that when you spread kindness and smiles, good vibes come your way.

Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann features a stunning glass walkway that you simply can't miss. It can host five families at once and will notify you when it's time to leave.

At the last moment, everyone was told to leave, Paul reached out to the team for assistance with the video. It was a really appreciated gesture, especially for that unforgettable experience of walking on glass with those stunning views.

They requested an Uber for convenience, and the total fare to return to the hotel was16.45 euro. Josephine and Paul absolutely adore Paris and are so thrilled to be here.

We sincerely hope that everyone watching this video has a great time. Thank you for spending your time with us!

📌Save this for when you visit Paris 🇫🇷🍴

Enjoy!

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Pak Choi ‘Grow, Cook, Eat’: 100% made with love

Pak choi is one of my all-time favourite vegetables! Growing it in a greenhouse helps protect the leaves from pesky insects. It's crunchy and absolutely delicious.

I used to buy it from the grocery store, but sometimes it had a bleach-like taste and was tough instead of crunchy, so I decided to grow my own.

When you purchase the seeds, there are clear instructions to follow step by step. I use a water spray made from soaked garlic and chili or only a dish soap mixed with water to keep the insects away—no chemical sprays for me!

Growing my own vegetable is so much healthier. Plus, you can let one plant flower and collect the seeds when they’re fully dried to plant it again next year. It truly brings me joy to grow my favourite vegetables and cook with them!

I absolutely love the harvest season! All the vegetables you see were gathered in just five rounds. It might seem like a lot, but we truly enjoy putting them all together in one dish with some fluffy rice; that’s plenty for us, and it fills us with happiness.

I get so excited when harvest time comes around! After picking the pak choi, I rinse it under running water, sprinkle some sea salt, let it soak for a few minutes, and then drain it.

Let me share two difference ways to prepare pak choi. First, heat a pan, add some oil and minced garlic, and stir until it’s fragrant. Then, a pinch of sea salt, pak choi, and some scallops. Cover with a lid, add water, oyster sauce, sugar, and dark soy sauce, and stir until everything is cooked through but not overdone. Sprinkle some fried shallots and serve it with fluffy rice.

For the second method, heat oil in a small saucepan, add minced garlic (saving some for later use), then mix in oyster sauce, light soy sauce, sugar, and water. Stir it well and sit it aside to pour over the pak choi later.

New easy quick trick for cooking chestnuts in a rice cooker 🌰

During Autumn, We headed to Tesco and purchased these huge chestnut. Creating delicious and nutritious snacks at home using a rice cooker is incredibly easy! It has turned into one of my go-to chestnut treats at home. 

Start by placing a 400g a bag of chestnuts in a rice bowl pan, which I got for £2.50 with my club card price. Rinse them thoroughly under running water and soak them for about 30 minutes. This will help soften the shells, making them easier to cut. I recommend using chestnut clip for this task instead of a knife.

Just set the chestnut on its flat side, give it a little press, and voilà! Your chestnut is perfectly scored and all set for roasting. No need for knives or any risky finger movements.

Start by rinsing the uneven shells well, then fill a pot with water so that it completely covers the chestnuts. Put the pot in the rice cooker and set it to steam for 30 minutes. After that, press the button again for another 30 minutes. Once done, pour out the water, rinse the chestnuts again, and let them drain thoroughly. 

(Helpful tips: The rice cooker should steam for a minimum of 45 minutes, while the dry toast with honey needs at least 15 minutes).

Mix in 2 tablespoons of honey or sugar, and then toast them for about 15 minutes to 30 minutes before finishing, stir them occasionally to achieve a caramel flavour and a nice toasted look.

Good job! It's all done!  

PARIS EIFFEL TOWER Hotel | Balcony Eiffel Tower View 2024

 

Hello, everyone! Are you reading this? If yes, I'd appreciate a like, reactions on this post! This video showcases our two-night stayed in the junior suite at Timhotel Tour Eiffel, along with some convenience local spots like cafes, a bakery, a florist, and a fruit shop. The views of the Eiffel Tower from the balcony are stunning, and the overall atmosphere is pleasant and budget-friendly. I had the pleasure of staying at the Timhotel Tour Eiffel, where I reserved the junior suite, only the 1 junior suite room available at the hotel, which made securing a booking quite difficult. I monitored the website weekly in the lead-up to our vacation, and I distinctly remember that on January 1st, following Christmas and New Year, I was able to select the junior suite. However, it was always fully booked there. The cost for 2 nights €438 which is a great value given the price, the prime location, and the breath-taking views of the Eiffel Tower from the balcony. When I have tasks to complete, I’m really not a fan of going on vacation. Is there anyone else who feels the same way? However, once everything is in order, it becomes time to unwind. Since, I don't like going on holiday. Anyone else? I enjoy stayed at home more than going on vacations, and that’s definitely the case! My main goal was to put in a ton of effort into experimented and created a new recipes nonstop, along with cooking and baking a bunch. I also focused on renovating my house to make it my dream home. I rid of the old storage, set up a beautiful garden, designed a new kitchen, and built a glasshouse in the backyard. It took a lot of time, energy, and investment. Then. now. everything's settled. I've got what I needed. I've made the choice to wrap up my emotional and challenging journey so I can prioritize loving myself first. Once I reach the age limit for IVF and start looking into adoption, I'll put together a video to share my story with everyone! :) My husband has been to Paris nine times, which is three times more than I've been. I've visited Paris six times, and my latest trip was by far the best! I organized everything myself, from the daily itinerary to selecting our hotels, cafes, restaurants, and attractions. I really enjoy taking the lead on our vacations, and my husband is always on board with my ideas. Every moment of this trip was a gem. I'm super excited for my next adventure in Paris, and it’s coming up soon!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—I'm here to help!

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