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A Hedgehog in the Kitchen

Food, hidden places and everyday moments from Paris

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Summer in Paris (Your Guide to Paris Summer from a Local Couple)

February 26, 2026

Summer in Paris in the Tuileries Gardens

Summer in Paris! What a magical time to be in our favorite city. Use this guide to visiting Paris in Summer to plan your trip or to make the most of your Summer if you live here too. This Summer in Paris guide will walk you through the reasons to visit Paris in the Summer,…

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11 Wine Bars in Paris I Still Visit After 20 Years Living Here

March 28, 2025

Looking for the best wine bars in Paris? There are so many great ones to choose one, but after more 20 years living in Paris, these are my favorites! These are the best because they are in the best locations, offer the best Parisian ambiance and the best selection of wines. Willi’s Wine Bar, Paris…

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Don’t Miss These Specialty Coffee Shops in Paris! (Curated By Locals)

October 8, 2023

Coffee Shops in Paris - Boot Cafe

Love Paris? Live in Paris? Dream about Paris? I was in love with Paris before I ever moved here and spent many days daydreaming about my future life here… sitting in cute coffee shops in Parisian, wearing a sweet dress and a beret. So, I don’t wear berets every day but I do absolutely adore…

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10 Things to Do in Gerberoy France

April 10, 2021

10 Things to Do in Gerberoy France

Gerberoy is a beautiful village in the l’Oise department of Picardy, France. Considered one of the most beautiful villages of France, and also known as the “cité des roses“. Gerberoy is just North of Paris, making it a perfect day trip from Paris. If you visit in the Spring or Summer, the town is filled…

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The Best Tartiflette Recipe

January 9, 2018

Tartiflette (French and Potato Cheese Recipe) #tartiflette #frenchrecipes - ahedgehoginthekitchen.com

Classic French tartiflette has all the cheese and potatoes you need for a creamy, cheesy French Winter feast. We can’t get enough of it all Winter long here in Paris! If you love cheesy, French comfort food, make sure you try our Flammekueche (Alsatian pizza) next. You will also love decadent Älplermagronen (Swiss Alpine Macaroni)….

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