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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.11.5 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:10:17 GMT--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Secrets of Paris News</title><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/</link><description>The latest events and insider tips for English speakers in Paris.</description><lastBuildDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:31:30 +0000</lastBuildDate><copyright>Heather Stimmler-Hall</copyright><language>en-US</language><generator>Squarespace Site Server v5.11.5 (http://www.squarespace.com/)</generator><item><title>Afternoon at La Galerie du George V Four Seasons</title><category>Around Town</category><category>Eating &amp; Drinking</category><category>Four Seasons</category><category>George V</category><category>La Galerie</category><category>Paris</category><category>afternoon tea</category><dc:creator>Heather</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:10:15 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/afternoon-at-la-galerie-du-george-v-four-seasons.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">56526:506574:8749603</guid><description><![CDATA[<span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 150px;" src="http://www.secretsofparis.com/storage/blog-photos/sept-oct-2010/GeorgeV_cheesecake.JPG?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1283419150866" alt="" /></span></span>The George V Four Seasons is well-known for its Michelin-starred  restaurant Le Cinq. But for those of us who look for more affordable  places to treat ourselves, <a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/paris/dining/la_galerie/" target="_blank">La Galerie</a> is the place to go.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/rss-comments-entry-8749603.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Louvre Saxophonist</title><category>Around Town</category><category>Louvre</category><category>Paris</category><category>sax</category><category>street musician</category><dc:creator>Heather</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:06:44 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/louvre-saxophonist.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">56526:506574:8728917</guid><wfw:commentRss>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/rss-comments-entry-8728917.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>How to Survive Disneyland Paris, Part 2</title><category>Disney</category><category>Disney Studios</category><category>Entertainment</category><category>Eurodisney</category><category>Expats and Locals</category><category>Fast Pass</category><category>Paris</category><category>Pirates of the caribbean</category><category>Toy Story</category><category>dining</category><dc:creator>Heather</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/how-to-survive-disneyland-paris-part-2.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">56526:506574:8665044</guid><description><![CDATA[<strong><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 150px;" src="http://www.secretsofparis.com/storage/blog-photos/july-august-2010/disney/Disney_heatherandJack.JPG?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1282679995758" alt="" /></span></span></strong>Part 2 of this Disneyland Paris survival guide includes tips on using the FastPass, eating at Disneyland, and some seasonal information. 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The first part includes where to get discount tickets (for locals), what to pack, the best way to get there, and the Disney Animal Care Center for your pets.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/rss-comments-entry-8664974.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Paris Rooftops in the Rain</title><category>Around Town</category><category>Paris</category><category>chimneypots</category><category>rain</category><category>rooftops</category><dc:creator>Heather</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 21 Aug 2010 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/paris-rooftops-in-the-rain.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">56526:506574:8584637</guid><wfw:commentRss>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/rss-comments-entry-8584637.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Newsletter #100: August 2010</title><category>Credit Municipal</category><category>French classes</category><category>Mark Twain</category><category>Newsletter</category><category>budget beauty supplies</category><category>convenience stores</category><category>hair dresser</category><category>ride share</category><category>scooter rental</category><dc:creator>Heather</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:35:25 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/newsletter-100-august-2010.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">56526:506574:8610640</guid><description><![CDATA[<strong><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.secretsofparis.com/storage/blog-photos/july-august-2010/Flower_graffiti1.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1282207974120" alt="" width="263" height="350" /></span></span></strong><strong>IN THIS ISSUE:</strong><br /><br /> * Ride-share in France * English Hairdresser * French Shoes in Large Sizes * Get a Loan on Collateral from My Aunt * Gourmet Haven on the Faubourg St-Denis * Natural Beauty on a Budget * French Rock Bands * Sell Your Mobile Phone * 7am-11pm Convenience Stores * Baking Supplies in Paris * New Paris Bus Tours * Mark Twain&rsquo;s Tale of Joan of Arc * Vespa Scooter Rentals * French Perfume Samples * Municipal French Classes *The Secrets of Paris Blog * Naughty Paris News * Secrets of Paris Calendar &amp; Tweets * Are you on the list?]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/rss-comments-entry-8610640.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>A Tribute to Parmentier and the Potato</title><category>Eating &amp; Drinking</category><category>French Culture</category><category>French fries</category><category>PArmentier</category><category>Père Lachaise</category><category>frites</category><category>pomme de terre</category><category>potato</category><dc:creator>Heather</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:23:21 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/a-tribute-to-parmentier-and-the-potato.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">56526:506574:8584502</guid><description><![CDATA[<span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 150px;" src="../../storage/blog-photos/july-august-2010/Parmentier2.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1282045240387" alt="" /></span></span>Parmentier...it's a street, a metro station, and a man. 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We wouldn't have French fries if it weren't for Antoine-Auguste Parmentier.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/rss-comments-entry-8584502.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Hand-Made Wool Mattresses in Paris</title><category>Euro Savings</category><category>French</category><category>Paris</category><category>Shopping</category><category>artisan</category><category>handmade</category><category>laine</category><category>matelas</category><category>wool mattress</category><dc:creator>Heather</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 14 Aug 2010 14:47:58 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/hand-made-wool-mattresses-in-paris.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">56526:506574:8548011</guid><description><![CDATA[<span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 150px;" src="http://www.secretsofparis.com/storage/blog-photos/july-august-2010/wool_mattress1.JPG?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1281797240253" alt="" /></span></span>Like everything else in Paris, buying a mattress isn't that simple if you're looking for local, quality, environmentally-friendly products that are also affordable...but the trouble is always worth it!]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/rss-comments-entry-8548011.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Why Real, Healthy Food Isn't Cheap</title><category>Around Town</category><category>French</category><category>GM cows</category><category>satirical cartoon</category><dc:creator>Heather</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:49:11 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/why-real-healthy-food-isnt-cheap.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">56526:506574:8528488</guid><wfw:commentRss>http://www.secretsofparis.com/heathers-secret-blog/rss-comments-entry-8528488.xml</wfw:commentRss></item></channel></rss>