Hi, I'm Shelby, an American (Californian, to be specific), living in Paris since 2019. I editorialize my life in France, my hard-earned cultural lessons, restaurant explorations, and frequent faux pas on my Substack, Franchement. Enjoying food, wine, art, and history in Paris are my favorite hobbies, and I'm happy to share tips and visit ideas to make your stay feel like you're a true local.

My expertise includes Paris restaurants and wine bars, museums and cultural stops, kid-friendly activities (sometimes difficult in Paris), all from the perspective of someone who lives here.

Beyond just ideas of where to visit and dine, I provide context on public transport, timing, and overall vibe to shorten the learning curve and ensure you have an enjoyable experience.

Most critically, I can also tell you what to skip, because we all know that, sometimes, a great vacation depends on what you say no to, instead of having a packed itinerary.