A couple of years ago I was lurking around the 9th arrondissment on my way to see my fab friend and talented make-up artist Tracy Gray-Mann. The 9th is one of those arrondissments that the tourists never quite make it to but it is full of local gems. I did a double take in front of the window of A La Mere De Famille - Paris straight out of the photos of Willy Ronis or Robert Doisneau..
Giant glass jars filled with coloured bonbons, chocolate to satisfy every childhood dream and old fashioned boiled lollies!! Bring it on... I pushed open the door and was lost in another world. Original wooden counters, ancient tiled floors and the cashier locked away in a little wooden box (maybe they had armed hold-ups for lollies back in the day).. Ambiance that only 250 years of life can create.
If you have a sweet tooth and are cruising around the 9th in Paris check out A La Mere De Famille. For more reading on the The Sweet Life in Paris visit hilarious David Lebovitz and his witty + wonderful blog.
Sweetness + Love + A Great Weekend..
Carla xx
PS Taken on my Leica M7 and on Neopan 1600 black and white film
What a great shop, and I just love the sales booth. Makes a great mono shot. As you say, it could be from another time, but that wouldn't come across the same in colour. I'll have to put up a couple of Cisternino shots next week.
ReplyDeleteOh this little treasure is on my list! I think Monsieur is locked up to keep him from eating himself silly!
ReplyDeleteAnd David....well I loved that book. I don't think I knew he had a blog. I'm off to schmooze. :)
Bon (bonbon?) weekend dear C,
V
I just love those little secrets in the cities. Thanks Carla.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great shot! And thank you for telling us the cameras you're using! I love having you as a virtual mentor!
ReplyDeleteCarla, I love reading your glimpses into life in Paris. Gorgeous photo too!
ReplyDeleteI knew such a shop in my grandmother's small town, where I spent a good part of my summers. We stopped by frequently. I can still remember the smell of candy as soon as we pushed the door open... I, too, love that "Monsieur" is protected by that tall glass window, as if he was afraid kids were going to rob him! ;-) -- Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)
ReplyDeleteMerci beaucoup ! nice all this Paris info.. So happy to find out about David's blog
ReplyDeleteYour photos are beautiful! I love Paris, and I think black&white photos are perfect for this city! Have a nice weekend,F.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful - have a great week-end too!
ReplyDeleteI'm heading to Paris in January and I so I must dig deeper into your blogs for more gems off the beaten track! Have a smashing weekend, Carla! xx
ReplyDeleteLove this picture and this special place in Paris.
ReplyDeleteWonder what it would have looked like in colour? All those shiny wrappers and coloured sweets.
ReplyDeleteCarla you are so lucky to live in Paris such a beautiful city to explore for hidden treasure like this store! Thanks for visiting my blog yes my Header is new a fellow byw student designed it for me!
ReplyDeleteCatherine
Magnifique...
ReplyDeletePierre
after years of searching for boot strap licorice my hubby came across it at a market and bought me a huge bag. Blast from the past, thanks
ReplyDeleteciao lisa
Your beautiful shot encouraged me to follow the link to their website ... . what a delight !
ReplyDeleteThanks for the introduction -
jjj
What a dream!Fantastic place and great shot!
ReplyDeleteHave a cosy Sunday!
Hi Carla, you make me want to be there...what a great description and a fabulous shot xo
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