Orso's tips for August
What to do in Paris in August
Profiterdu soleil en rooftop: Maggie & Tuco
There's nothing like the heat and long hours of August for rooftop sunbathing and a refreshing cocktail. Whether you're on the Right or Left Bank, Orso has just what you're looking for. In the Pigalle district, on the heights of Paris, enjoy the 360° view and country spirit of Maggie's Rooftop. A summery lunch menu is followed by Mediterranean-style small plates to share in the evening. At the bar, sip original cocktails or a selection of wines from the South of France.
Would you rather escape to Italy on a hidden terrace? Tuco's rooftop welcomes you for aperitifs, where you can enjoy spritzers and signature cocktails accompanied by delicioso antipasti. Bonus: an Italian riviera spirit with a view of the Eiffel Tower - unique, isn't it?
Thomas Maileander exhibition at the MEP
All summer long, the Maison Européenne de la Photographie has given carte blanche to multimedia artist Thomas Mailaender, craftsman of the weird and wonderful, and fan of the cyanotype, a photographic process dating back to 1842, long reserved for the reproduction of notes, architectural plans or industrial drawings, and which produces a photo print dominated by a deep, intense blue. In particular, Thomas Mailaender used this process to give our iodized Lemons & Oysters counter an underwater effect that surprises and immerses visitors in a fabulous aquarium.
So let's (re)discover the zany spirit of Thomas Mailaender and cool off with Zélikha Dinga 's delicious ice creams in the MEP's cobbled courtyard.
A splash in the sun
The Keller pool is the ideal place to combine splashing around and sunbathing this summer in Paris. The 50m-long Olympic-size pool is sure to delight sports teams, and boasts a certain charm of its own: an opening roof that lets in the sun's rays to the delight of splashers! Located in the 15th arrondissement, the pool is within easy reach of theHôtel Wallace and theHôtel Ami.
A nature evening in the heart of Paris
Got a sudden urge for nature and adventure? Our cabane is the perfect place to spend a night playing Robinson. Built from wood sourced from French forests, it will immediately transport you to the heart of nature, and offer you the freshness of its small garden. A guaranteed nature escape in the heart of Paris.
Discover the exclusive Hôtel Rochechouart collection for Le Bon Marché
This Parisian month of August closes with the "Paris Paris!" exhibition, showcasing the creative and gustatory Paris at Le Bon Marché from August 24. Exclusive products from Rochechouart will be on display, including our "Nightbird Survival Kit". In this pretty kit, just the essentials: a wooden toothbrush, a map of Pigalle's best addresses, earplugs (tested and approved by Parisians) and the famous Pigalle condom - in short, everything you'll need to enjoy the district's nocturnal energy... Other essentials will also be available exclusively at this exhibition: a soft bathrobe, a unique t-shirt, iconic tableware and other goodies. In short, everything you need for a stylish back-to-school!
