Your Ultimate Paris Weekend Program

© Ba&Sh © Pierre Lucet Penato
This weekend, let’s explore Paris with the best plans handpicked by Do It for its beloved readers. Save the date: ultra-stylish finds at the Ba&Sh pop-up, Mediterranean vibes with Jordan Moilim's cuisine in residence at Bonhomie, a dose of good vibes at OMY, a chance to fantasize at the Cinémathèque in front of the ultimate American sex symbol, and don’t miss a super cute ceramics workshop plus a magical Christmas experience to enjoy with the family. Ready to follow us?

Feeling crafty and inspired? Dive into making air-dry ceramic objects you can paint however you like! Whether it’s tiny pots, decorations, trinket dishes, or candleholders—anything is possible at Noura’s workshop in the 17th arrondissement.

The plan: Learn ceramic modeling techniques and basics, let your creativity flow under expert guidance, and leave with your beautifully decorated creations (no oven needed!). Bonus: your works can even make for awesome homemade gifts.

The extra touch: The Art & Bulle workshop by Noura can be privatized for up to 24 people, perfect for family fun or birthday parties.

Ba&Sh, dressing all Parisiennes in its modern, feminine, and timeless styles, launches its Holiday Gift Shop, a 100% Christmas gift pop-up. The space transforms into a festive wonderland to discover perfect presents for stylish women. Let it shine!

What’s in store? Ba&Sh’s iconic pieces: soft knits (€225), signature leather and suede bags (€395) or more unique designs (€295), knit dresses (€265-€325), bold leopard boots (€530), as well as caps, belts, and dazzling jewelry (€45-€250).

The extra touch: On Friday, December 13, enjoy free nail art by Popmyday with 4 chic custom options: stars, hearts, glitter, and silver French tips.

Pop-up Ba&Sh, 7-9 Rue de Charonne, Paris 11th. Open until December 31, Monday-Saturday, 10:30 am-7:30 pm.
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Since November 15, Bonhomie—the ultra-good vibes restaurant perfect for long dinners with friends—has been hosting chef Jordan Moilim. Known for his Très Très Bon chronicles, the self-taught chef swaps his pen for knives, blending Algerian and Réunionese roots with a love for Italian dolce vita and Asian umami in dishes brimming with emotion.

The tempting menu: Start with vitello tonnato with leek oil and fried capers (€17), grilled BBQ leek with toum, fried garlic, gremolata (€11), or indulgent smoked whipped butter (€6). Continue with linguine alla puttanesca with taggiasca olives and Cantabrian anchovies (€26) or ultra-tender rolled lamb shoulder with rustic polenta, shiitake mushrooms, and tamarind jus (€27).

The extra touch: Sweet lovers shouldn’t miss the chocolate mousse with grilled coconut ice cream and dulce coco (€11) or warm praline olive madeleine (€10).

Bonhomie, 22 Rue d’Enghien, Paris 10th. From November 15 to December 20, and January 3-18. Jordan Moilim pop-up: dinner Tuesday-Saturday, weekend lunches.
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Who says fun activities are just for kids? Famous for its beautiful adult coloring products, OMY has launched a cool pop-up in the Marais. Between ultra-fun coloring, giant posters, and whimsical décor items, it’s the perfect spot to relax, have fun, and unleash your inner child.

Check out the program! This weekend, enjoy customized t-shirts by American Vintage for 10 lucky participants (Friday 13th from 5 PM to 7 PM), workshops for tattoos, earrings, and nail stickers (Saturday 14th from 4 PM to 7 PM), and a cookie drop by Laura Todd on Saturday at 4:30 PM (hurry, first come, first served!).

The extra touch: Check out OMY's best-sellers and new arrivals: glitter markers (€15.90), giant posters to color (€14), painting boxes (€19.90), inflatable giant cushions (€49), and llama lamps (€19.90).

Pop-up OMY, 23 Rue du Pont aux Choux, Paris 3rd. Open daily, 11 am-8 pm, until December 22.
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Calling all Marlon Brando fans! This Hollywood legend and ultimate 1950s sex symbol (alongside James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, and Greta Garbo) earned 7 Oscars, including 4 consecutive wins from 1952 to 1955. The Cinémathèque ends the year with a tribute to this cinema icon.

On the agenda for these big-screen projections: on Saturday, December 14, the iconic The Godfather by Francis Ford Coppola will light up your evening. On Sunday, it's Last Tango in Paris by Bernardo Bertolucci, taking you on a sensual journey. On screen, Marlon Brando and Maria Schneider portray two strangers consumed by their unleashed passion.

The extra touch: Want to feel intellectual? Attend the final screening of the weekend (Last Tango in Paris), introduced by Jean-François Rauger, head of programming at the Cinémathèque.

Marlon Brando Retrospective, Cinémathèque Française, 51 Rue de Bercy, Paris 12th. From December 4, 2024, to January 2, 2025. Entry: €7.
©  Warner Bros Picture

Skip the crowded Christmas markets this year and escape to Domaine Reine Margot Paris Issy MGallery, a 17th-century estate once home to Reine Margot herself! Starting November 30, every Saturday afternoon, this haven transforms into a fairy-tale village to celebrate Magic Tales.

In the dazzling courtyard, families can decorate the giant Christmas tree (don’t forget your best keepsake to hang!), enjoy kids’ biscuit decorating workshops, post letters to Santa, and devour holiday treats (hot chocolate, cinnamon rolls, etc.), while parents capture the magical moments.

The extra touch: Every Saturday evening in December, adults can head to Monastic, the hidden rum bar in a chapel, for signature hot rum cocktails and live music in a cozy, fireside vibe.

Magic Tales, Domaine Reine Margot Paris Issy MGallery, 3 Cour de la Reine Margot, 92130 Issy-les-Moulineaux, 01 87 53 65 70. Magic Tales Workshops: Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21, 3-5 pm (free, registration required at domainereinemargot.magictales@gmail.com). Magic Tales Evenings: Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21, 7-8 pm. Live Music at Monastic: Saturdays, 6-7 pm.
© Magic Tales au Domaine Reine Margot Paris Issy MGallery

After Marseille, Bordeaux, Lille, and Lyon, Eminente Cuban rum has arrived in Paris, taking over the rooftop of the Terrass” Hotel until next May to bring the Caribbean vibe… to Montmartre! Alongside its panoramic view of Paris, Terraza Eminente invites you to immerse yourself in the island's central style with an authentic Cuban decor: dim lighting, speckled mirrors, colorful rugs, rattan or velvet chairs, lush plants, and vintage furniture sourced from Selency.

On the menu: 7 signature cocktails crafted with Eminente rum, including the tangy Cayo Coco Daiquiri (lime juice, sugar syrup, €15), the fruity Precioso Porn Star (passion fruit puree and vanilla syrup, €17), and the exotic Sol y Plàtano (vanilla liqueur, flambéed banana syrup, yellow lime juice, €17).

The extra touch: The flavors of Cuba's central region inspire the dishes, such as spicy chicken empanadas with mojo criollo sauce (€18), fresh and tangy avocado and mango soufflés (€15), a surprising sea bream ceviche with ginger and lemon served with grilled corn (€23), and oysters with mango and coconut emulsion (€21 for 6).

Terraza Eminente at the Terrass” Hotel, 7th floor, 12-14 rue Joseph de Maistre, Paris 18th. +33 1 46 06 72 85. Free rooftop access until May 2025, open Tuesday to Saturday from 3:30 PM to 12:30 AM and Sundays and Mondays until 11:30 PM.
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Drink responsibly.
© Terraza Eminente

ColorTherapis, famed for its tufted wool rugs with ultra-colorful patterns and stunning designer furniture, gives us the perfect excuse to refresh our interiors. Combining quality craftsmanship with bold style, this boutique in Batignolles offers joyful and imaginative decor. From avant-garde armchairs to one-of-a-kind tables, timeless lighting, and exquisite rugs, their creations add a unique touch to any home.

To mark the launch of their first home collection, ColorTherapis presents an exclusive collaboration with the Belgian duo Tilt Brussels, featuring ultra-limited-edition pieces. Shoppers can find vibrant glass lighting (starting at €269), vases, candleholders (€119), brooches (€59), tables, and other unique creations made in Brussels from recycled ceramics, Plexiglas, and glass.

The extra touch: Don’t miss visiting their showroom at 7 rue Guy Môquet, Paris 17th, for exceptional rugs and cushions.

Pop-up ColorTherapis, 26 rue des Batignolles, Paris 17th. Open from December 5 to 15, 11 AM to 7 PM.
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It’s the sketching workshop we’ve been waiting for, drawing Paris from every angle! From Place de la Concorde to the Louvre Pyramid and the Tuileries Gardens, treat yourself to a half-day of Beaux-Arts vibes, wandering through Paris’s most iconic spots and stopping only to sketch the beautiful views on paper. No matter your level—from beginner to seasoned Picasso—everyone is welcome to dive into the art of drawing during this inspiring and fun experience, filled with fascinating anecdotes shared by your guide/teacher of the day. You’ll leave ready to be showcased in a museum after learning the techniques of comic strip drawing, floral motifs, and perspective during this 3-hour session. No need to bring anything: all materials are provided.

The Extra Tip: If you’re feeling especially arty, head to the nearby Musée des Arts Décoratifs. You’ll have the choice between their incredible exhibit on the theme of intimacy or the glittering displays honoring Christofle, the historic silversmithing house.

What if, this weekend, you could visit the most stunning apartment in Paris? The meeting point is set at Boulevard Raspail, where the association Cosmos and Matter, dedicated to sustainable design, has transformed a gorgeous Haussmannian space with moldings and parquet into a showcase of works by 100% sustainable artists and designers. Inside, nothing originates from petrochemicals, and reuse is prioritized. Each room features incredible scenography connecting materials to ancestral wisdom. Oh, and to visit, you must wear socks or put on shoe covers!

Our favorites include the Salon du Soleil, created by our beloved artist Arnold of Bazar d’Alger, who adorned the walls with his signature gold designs (he is the one who’ll anime  the creative workshop for our Cercle by Do It afterwork on monday, december 2), wooden sculptures by Jörg Koziol, edible leaves crafted by fermentation-obsessed Shira Bio, and a botanical bar exploring chocolate in every form.

The Extra Tip: On-site, the Cosmos and Matter team can share fun anecdotes, like how a revolutionary fabric was created using those strange filaments found in… mussel shells!

Cosmos and Matter, 29 Boulevard Raspail, Paris 7th. Free entry on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 2 pm to 6 pm, until February 17.

© Bazar d'Alger - Clémence Renoux

The Palais de la Porte Dorée, home to the National Museum of Immigration History, presents Chaque Vie est une Histoire (Every Life is a Story), a remarkable exhibition honoring the forgotten faces and stories of migrant lives. Featuring over 200 artistic contributions, the collection ranges from hyper-realistic paintings of a metro station in Barbès, to carvings made of Marseille soap, to photographs of shantytowns and structures resembling migration boats. This sensitive and intimate journey also includes testimonials from migrants of all ages and backgrounds who traveled by train, on foot, or by boat. Videos and recordings of their experiences are deeply moving. This exhibition goes beyond history—it tells human stories you can’t miss.

Bonus Tip : While at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, visit their Tropical Aquarium to greet the fish and the fascinating albino alligator.

Chaque Vie est une Histoire, Palais de la Porte Dorée, 293 avenue Daumesnil, Paris 12th. Runs until February 9, 2025. Entry from €12.
© Palais de la Porte Dorée

Our favorite artist, Marin Montagut, never ceases to surprise us. After getting Parisians addicted to his decorations, beautiful objects, and gifts adorned with his sublime illustrations, the most desirable designer of the moment unveils a crazy collaboration with the Hôtel Grand Mazarin. The journey begins on rue de la Verrerie, admiring the enchanting shop windows decorated by Marin, surrounding a life-sized tarot that’s Instagrammable by default.

We warm up inside at the Grand Mazarin bar (one of our favorite hotel bars in Paris), where we settle in with our date to order the new signature cocktail specially created for this unprecedented collaboration. Specifically: a “sophisticated version of the margarita” enhanced with mezcal, which adds smoky notes and a certain strength to this all-orange love potion, served in an adorable little stemmed glass (€18).

The Extra Thing : We accompany this author’s drink with snacks worthy of the coolest spots in Tel Aviv. Challah to dip in a cream/tomato duo (€10), a trio of white tarama, pink tarama, coral sea urchin tarama with their toasted challah bread (€23), or Romanian mushroom and parmesan polenta (€19).

Le Grand Mazarin, 17 rue de la Verrerie, Paris 4th. Bar du Boubalé open every day from 12 PM to 2 AM. 

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From November 16 to December 15, Daroco and Punch Boxing join forces to transform your weekends into a winning combo: a boxing session to let off steam, followed by a well-deserved Italian feast. For €49, we promise a dose of sport and dolce vita for a top-notch Saturday (or Sunday)! We start by putting on our gloves at Punch Boxing. Nestled between the Louvre and Lafayette, this studio is a true temple of chic cardio: stunning decor, blue neon lights, pulsing music… It’s off for 50 minutes of boxing and strength training. The coaches push us to the limit, and we come out in warrior mode, ready for some gourmet comfort.

Next Stop: A well-deserved post-sport after Daroco Bourse. We start with wonder arancini with ‘Nduja & crispy scamorza as desired, or a lighter option with thyme-marinated vegetables accompanied by eggplant caviar that smells like Italy. Then it’s serious business with the star pizza “T’as un Alibi mon coco”: taleggio, gorgonzola, smoked ricotta, soft apricot, and pistachios… or we stay more classic with rigatoni cacio e pepe. The most indulgent will finish beautifully with a tiramisu whose reputation is well-established or a chocolate mousse that’s to die for.

The Extra Thing: Daroco offers you a glass of Prosecco or a soft drink, enough to savor the moment even more. Grazie Mille!

PUNCH BOXING STUDIO LOUVRE, 3 rue de Richelieu, Paris 1st. PUNCH BOXING STUDIO LAFAYETTE, 24 rue Chauchat, Paris 9th. DAROCO BOURSE, 6 rue Vivienne, Paris 2nd. €49 for 1 Punch session + 1 DAROCO lunch package. Reservations online.
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Nothing beats a hands-on activity for a break from daily life and a moment of pure relaxation. And what could be better than creating your own bouquet with passionate florists, enhancing both your spirit and home decor? How it goes: From the moment you arrive, Camille, Solenne, or one of their talented team members greets you. The vibe is set: conviviality, laughter, and plenty of cheer, all over a hot drink. Next, dive into the floral world: seasons, origins, pro tips… it’s all covered! After the brief intro, it’s your turn. Choose your flowers from a carefully curated selection and create the bouquet of your dreams with fresh, seasonal flowers.

Extra tip: Once your creation is finished, the team shares expert advice on keeping it fresh in a vase or drying it like a pro.

Floral Workshop, 53 rue de Belleville, Paris 19. 

The pot-au-feu, the ultimate symbol of peasant cuisine, could it be the next trendy dish? That’s our bet. Proof: Mauro Colagreco, chef and owner of the 3-star Mirazur restaurant in Menton, unveils a wildly desirable version of it in his other restaurant, GrandCœur (one of our favorite spots in Paris), nestled in the Marais. Lunch and dinner, every day of the week and weekend, it’s time to settle in and order his latest creation: the sexiest pot-au-feu of your life (€45), served in the extraordinary setting of this new-gen brasserie with high beams and exposed stone walls.

Of course, Mauro Colagreco’s two-course version adds Mediterranean touches to this ancestral recipe. Check it out: set the mood with a perfectly concentrated vegetable consommé with vermicelli, accompanied by bone marrow spread delicately on a garlic and rosemary toast. Then the pot-au-feu arrives, majestic, in its large cast iron pot. While the stewed beef is adorned with a green parsley sauce, colorful pickles bring a welcome acidity, alongside particularly flavorful sauces and condiments, the signature of this Argentinian chef. In short: a deliciously comforting option, perfect for big gatherings of friends.

The extra touch : the special attention paid to the tableware for this decidedly Instagrammable pot-au-feu. Special mention for the mismatched, vintage soup tureens and serving dishes that give the impression of being invited to a chic country house.

Restaurant GrandCœur, 41 rue du Temple, Paris 4th. Open from Monday to Sunday from 12pm to 2:30pm and from 7:15pm to 10:30pm.
© Patrick Lazic and Victoire Leriche.

If you hate seeing your little ones glued to their tablets, whisk them away to Yu-Ching’s workshop. On the menu: discovering the art of felted wool. You’ll be able to create your own adorable figurine with just the strength and dexterity of your hands!

Upon arrival, the artist presents her workshop and tools, then introduces the themes for the little creations: forest animals, dinosaurs, culinary temptations... You’ll learn the basics of needle felting (don’t worry, the needle doesn’t hurt—it’s used to shape the wool!) to craft your personalized figurine. Have fun mixing colors to make a funky bird, muffin, or dino. The best part? You’ll take your creation home, along with the know-how. It’s the perfect plan to occupy those rainy afternoons and build your army of felted wool figurines!

The extra touch : if your artistic endeavors leave you hungry, we’ve got the perfect snack! Head over to Sürpriz to bite into a mouth-watering kebab packed with meat from Mehmet, the best butcher in Berlin, whose meat is coveted by all kebab vendors.

Head to the 18th arrondissement of Paris, where in a stunning mansion, the Fondation Custodia presents over 120 masterpieces as part of its partnership with the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam. Here, they pay homage to the uniqueness and avant-garde spirit of Italian art, from the dawn of the Renaissance to the 16th century. It’s an immersive experience that captivates at every turn, through different themes such as anatomy, religious canons, and historical scenes.

What’s on display ? The Italian Renaissance is characterized by a return to the artistic codes of Antiquity, seen through the prisms of beauty and nature, to move away from the popular dark Medieval aesthetics. Among the exhibitors, you’ll find: Parmigiano, Da Vinci, Spinelli, Michelangelo, Raffaello, Fra Bartolomeo... From sketches of iconic frescoes depicting the death and ascension of the Virgin, to Saint George battling a dragon, and early scientific studies of the human body, it’s impossible to leave this exhibition without a sense of awe.

The extra touch : make a detour to the Musée d’Orsay to check out the exhibition of Gustave Caillebotte’s paintings, focusing on male figures of the mid-19th century.

Fondation Custodia, 121 rue de Lille, Paris 7th. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 12pm to 6pm. Exhibition "Birth and Renaissance of Italian Drawing" from October 12 to January 12, 2025. Entry €12, tickets available on-site. Guided tours bookable by email, more information online.
© Philip Provily.

Our favorite for the weekend: a ceramic painting workshop to keep your little ones busy! Head over to Céramicafé Geneviève in the 11th arrondissement for a 100% creative experience. Choose from a bowl, cup, or plate as the canvas for your masterpiece. Geneviève, the ceramic expert, will demonstrate various painting techniques and guide you through the process to ensure your designs are as realistic and beautiful as possible.

At the end of the workshop, your creations will head to the 1,000-degree kiln! You'll need to be patient though: your artwork will be ready for pickup in a week, perfect for showing off at grandma's house!

Bonus : After the workshop, visit Pépite, the amazing bakery in the Faidherbe area. We highly recommend their Cookie Ball for €3.70 – a little bomb of deliciousness!

© Céramicafé Geneviève by Celiane Guilbaud.

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