Bonjour!
I am currently in Paris after a great semester in Prague. There was absolutely no reason to upload photos of food in Prague as I had one of the world's smallest kitchens (only a non-working hotplate and fridge).. as well, I was too busy enjoying the surroundings!
As I begin my 3 week or so travel across Europe I find myself in Paris. I have always wanted to go here as it seems every other child growing up went at some point in time. It completely has lived up to my expectations and more.

In short: I love Paris already.
I arrived 3 days ago and stayed with my friend Patrick the first night in his dorms as he studies here. We set out to grab a quick bite to eat (as it seems Parisians hate breakfast..or at least the ones i am used to) and head out to see some attractions.
We saw the Tour Eiffel.. it was impressive but not as cool as I had pictured it to be. Its very large and metal-y looking. I chose to not go up to the top.

Next we went to see a Salvador Dalí exhibit in the Centre Pompidou. Super neat museum with a decent view from the top. The exhibit itself was also thought provoking.. Salvador was on a totally different planet it seems. I forgot to take photos while in the Centre of the art but, to sum it up: normal humans would need take acid to get on his level.

We grabbed some lunch at one of the thousands of Brasseries. We went all in and ordered french onion soup and a black pepper sauce steak with frites (potato wedge type things) on the side. delicious.

We walked from Champs-Élysées to the Louvre. We did not go in as we on a mission to explore. It was massive..hard to describe the size but, its one of the biggest buildings i have ever seen.

Later on, we met up with some of Patrick's friends and went out for some Belgian mussels and beer. Outrageously tasty. Thick dark beer. Perfect. We then went out to find a bar to have a follow up beer at. I am not sure where it was but it had a happy hour pint and was on the notorious Rue Mouffetard. Lots of fun!

The following day Patrick left to go back home so I went out in search of my next host. I am currently with them now near the Maraîchers metro stop. I was lucky enough to meet a french man as a roommate when in Prague and he offered for me to stay with his sister Chloe and her family. The man (I am unsure whether just a boyfriend or a husband) works as firefighter/paramedic so I am staying above a fire station! Enormously gracious hosts who cooked up some traditional french cuisine for me yesterday for dinner..Again, as with everything here, scrumptious crepes. I also tried for the first time a sit down shower. I am told this is not typical in Paris but, either way.. strange as there is no curtains so you must be precise with your spray.

Yesterday I went out to the Louvre and actually spent some time going through it. It is incomprehensibly large. I did not take many photos but, it had some very interesting art in it. I personally enjoyed just the room decor. The Mona Lisa was small and surrounded by people so I skipped it. The painting opposite was more interesting anyways.

This was how I started my day today. My god I love French bakeries. Butter has never served a purpose so well as this one. It seems that there is a bakery every 5 meters which means self-control has be in the plenty.

Next, I followed up with a delicious ham, cheese, tomato and clearly a ton of butter crepe. Total heaven. I had read up about the place online the night before: Crep Story near the Centre Pompidou. Great service, a strong coffee, and a typical Parisian street to look upon.

After the meal, I set out find Les Catacombes. It is located directly beside the metro Denfert-Rochereau exit. It is about 2k of walking underground in a dark and wet stone passage-way. There is close to 6 million bodies down there (bones I mean) and its absolutely insane. All piled neatly making up the walls of the ossuary. A little bit creepy and fascinating at the same time.

I traveled to MontMartre after to Basilique du Sacre-Coeur. Very nice view from the top of the mountain and a beautiful basilica. I managed to come at the right time and sat through at hour long service, complete with organs, singing and all that holy stuff. As this is a hot tourist attraction, there was a Christmas market beside it (similar to the ones in Prague but just more expensive and less meat). On the way down I saw a few tourists being swindled by gypsies. I guess it pays to tell them off as soon as they approach you.

I then went to the Canal Saint-Martin to look around. Very peaceful but, I think this is a spot that needs sunlight and warm weather to be fully enjoyed.

I quickly metro'd down to Saint-Germain-des-Prés to find Ladurée in search of the "best Parisian macarons." They are fairly expensive but after trying one, I understand why. I do not understand why I have not found and eaten these before. Unreal. I bought 8 for my hosts as I was told these were a favorite.

Finally after returning home, I went off in search of dinner. A quick 15 minute walk north and I find a great French cafe/Brasserie Café Le Gambetta. I had the salmon with a pint (happy hour). Very very tasty. The place had fun electronic music and a good vibe among the clients. I practiced my french more than I ever had. Its still a little weird eating by yourself though. Something I need to try and get used to as it should not be a problem to enjoy your own company.

Anyways, I am here for another 5 days (with a different host) and will likely try and find some time to do another update.