Theatre du Chatelet : just a few metres from the Hotel Britannique

Don’t delay in buying your tickets at the Theatre du Chatelet and booking your room at the Hotel Britannique, as these exceptional performances are bound to appeal to large audiences. Indeed, this is the first time this unique adaptation of the Peony Pavilion has been performed in Europe! After having conquered Beijing, where it was staged in 2008, this Chinese classic opera has had rave reviews wherever it has performed, from Shanghai to Tokyo and from Suzhou to Hong Kong. Note: The Peony Pavilion, which tells the love story between Liu Mengmei and Du Liniang, is a huge epic told in 55 acts, composed in 1598 by the Chinese poet Tang Xianzu. It is probably one of the most beautiful examples of the Kunqu opera genre.

Theatre du chatelet – a scene of the Peony Pavilion

The Peony Pavilion : At the Theatre du Chatelet from 10th to 16th February 2013

• Cast: Yu Jiu Lin, Zhu Hui Ying, Lu Fu Hai, Shen Guo Fang…
• Dates & Times: Sunday 10th February at 4 pm, Monday 11th February at 8 pm, Tuesday 12th February at 8 pm, Wednesday 13th February at 8 pm, Thursday 14th February at 8 pm, Friday 15th February at 8 pm, Saturday 16th February at 8 pm
• Ticket prices : from €25.50 to €92.50
• Theatre address: 2 Rue Edouard Colonne – Paris 1^st arrondissement
• Metro station: Châtelet (lines 1, 4, 7, 11, 14)
• Information and booking and reservation on the site of the Theatre du Châtelet

Par Nature exhibition promises visitors an amazing experience! It takes them on a real journey through the different spaces of the 104 to discover a series of monumental works. Created by artists from across the whole world, they evoke the relationship between man and nature and invite visitors to reflect on this perpetual quest.

Par nature exhibition: some reasons to go

If you like contemporary art, don’t miss this exhibition under any circumstances! Nature, the theme running throughout the whole 2012-2013 season at the 104, is represented in a highly original way. Each artist offers up, through a metaphorical work, his or her own interpretation of the relationship between man and his environment. Poetic, political or mythological, these original installations inspire in visitors a fascinating reflection. What if, behind the idea of nature, there was the wider question of freedom?
Don’t miss the most extraordinary work of the Par nature exhibition. From here to ear, by the musician and visual artist Céleste Boursier-Mougenot, presents 65 little birds creating their own music as they flutter their way around instruments and microphones!

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Christmas market, two words which conjure up all the magic of the festive season. All across the capital, come and discover the pretty villages brimming with arts and crafts, Christmas decorations and gourmet specialities.

Christmas market, chalets to be discovered across the city

A Christmas market devoted entirely to arts and crafts can be found close to the Hôtel Britannique. A number of talented artists proudly display their work on their stalls set up at the crossroads of the Huchette quarter, Boulevard Saint Germain and Notre Dame, just 30 m from the cathedral’s esplanade!
Thanks to line 1 of the metro which stops at Châtelet station, just next to our hotel, within a quarter of an hour you can be strolling through the Champs-Elysées Christmas Village. On the most beautiful avenue in the world, 160 white chalets are erected for the duration of the festive season. Attractions are laid on for little ones, who might even catch a glimpse of Father Christmas riding off each evening on his sleigh! While you’re there, visit the nearby Maison de l’Alsace, where you can sample some of the region’s delicious specialities.

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Hotel Britannique: why choose the Junior Suite?

Like all the rooms at the Hotel Britannique, our Junior Suite will appeal to you for its charming decor, its luxury bed, the numerous stylish little touches as well as its designer-style bathroom. In this room, as spacious at it is intimate, available from €304 a night, you will appreciate the harmony of the tones and the subtle lighting which enhances the various shades of beige, yellow and red, bestowing on the room a warm and relaxing atmosphere.

A perfect mix of comfort, elegance and generous dimensions, the Junior Suite also boasts the full range of facilities for your enjoyment: Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, flat-screen television, courtesy tray, Annick Goutal welcome products, soft towels and dressing gowns.

Canaletto-Guardi: almost fifty works on display

This highly informative Canaletto-Guardi exhibition is divided into six sections. The first looks back at the origins of the veduta genre – this very realistic pictorial art, based on the precise representation of perspectives and topographic details – and the early career of Canaletto, influenced by his illustrious predecessors.

The exhibition continues with a side-by-side comparison of works by Canaletto-Guardi, who began his career a few years later, to highlight their similarities as well as their differences. Venetian squares and canals are painted in amazing detail and with a remarkable representation of the light at different times of the day.

The third section is devoted to the triumph of Guardi and his most emblematic works. The visitor is then invited to reflect on works evoking the allure of the lagoon, Venetian festivals and ceremonies and the capricci, fascinating imaginary views of the city.

Canaletto-Guardi at the Jacquemart-André Museum – Official Website

Romantic hotel: personalised welcome and service

Couples staying at our hotel firstly fall in love with its charming decor, the cachet of the superb Haussmann building dating back to 1860 and the cosy atmosphere of the rooms, like the elegant Junior Suite, ideal for your romantic breaks. Couples also fall for our special romantic package, which includes a personalised welcome, champagne, roses and chocolates!

Finally, those in search of a romantic hotel will also appreciate our surroundings, right at the heart of historical Paris, a stone’s throw from the Seine and its bridges, gardens and most romantic places in this City of Love. The website ousebalader.com will give you a few ideas of places perfect for strolling hand in hand!

Grand Tasting: a preview of the programme

The Grand Tasting is first and foremost a gathering of dozens of exhibitors representing all of France’s winegrowing regions and listed in the famous Guide Bettane & Desseauve des Vins de France. Among them, you will find wineries whose reputations are well-established brought together in the tasting area. You can also discover talented up-and-coming winegrowers and high quality estates from lesser-known appellations taking centre stage at the round tables.

The Grand Tasting also organises a number of exceptional events, led by leading wine experts. If you want to learn how to pair food and wine, take part in the Gourmet Workshops! If you would love to listen to a top winegrower talk about his creations, don’t miss the Master Class! And if you want to learn all about a particular appellation, the School of Terroirs is for you!

Grand Tasting Official Video

More Informations on : Grand Tasting 2012 Official Website

Hotel Britannique: the anti-crisis remedy!

To take advantage of our best rates, book your stay directly on our website! Valid exclusively online, our 3-night package enables you to make up to 5% savings on any stay of 3 nights or more at the Hotel Britannique. The cost of a single room falls from €176 to €167 a night, the classic double room is €215 instead of €226, and the Classic King Size room is €229 rather than €241. Don’t miss this chance of an extremely comfortable stay at very attractive prices at the heart of historical Paris!

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Salon de la Photo 2012: 5 days of activities and events

For all the major brands, this event is obviously the chance to present their latest products. State-of-the-art cameras, image processing software, dedicated printers or photo sharing solutions will be showcased and made available for the public to buy in the vast shopping village. The Salon de la Photo 2012 also has a bookshop, as well as a unique exhibition. Visitors can attend several conferences and discover some talented, little-known photographers thanks to Zooms, a programme through which they can be sponsored by major specialist editors.

DATES, PLACES, TIMES

Thursday 8 – Monday 12 November 2012
Pavillon 4 – Parc des expositions de la Porte de Versailles à PARIS
Daily: 10 am to 7 pm
Saturday 10 November :  opening at 9 am
Monday 12 November : final day, fair closes at 6 pm

ADMISSION FEE

General admission : 11 Euros
Reduced price : 6 Euros (students, less than 18 y.o, groups of 10 people)
Free admission for less than 12 y.o
Admission to the fair includes free access to the conferences, workshops, exhibits, etc… subject to the availability of seats.

Salon de la Photo 2012 – Official Website

Salon Cuisinez, the culinary event of the year

This year’s Salon Cuisinez will gather together more than 60 chefs, among which are Thierry Marx, Jean Imbert, Cyril Lignac, and numerous others of the great culinary names. Two “Top Chef” lecture halls will be reserved for cooking demonstrations. A bookshop will also be organized for meetings and book signings with your favorite chefs. The entrance ticket will permit free attendance to all the activities organized during this event, which includes classes, cooking workshops, and culinary challenges…

Salon Cuisinez, a place of sales and exhibitions

Salon Cuisinez is also a sale-exhibition of cooking materials and equipment. More than 200 products and novelties are waiting to be discovered. Here you will find all the necessary items for superior cooking, from kitchen electronics to cookbooks, without forgetting the art of entertaining. Salon Cuisinez has also dedicated a place of privilege for quality products. There you will be able to taste and buy wines, as well as visit a delicatessen of an exceptional quality.

Salon Cuisinez by M6 – Official Website