Category Archives: Bargain Hunting

Chez Palmyre Celebrates 100 Years

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Allison Coe

I was lucky enough to attend Chez Palmyre’s 100th birthday party!  This unassuming little restaurant opened in 1926 and now, 100 years later, remains remarkably true to the vision of Palmyre Moni, its namesake. The story begins in 1926 when … Continue reading →

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Nice Carnaval Insider Tips

Posted on February 14, 2026 by Allison Coe

I have a whole page on Insider Carnaval Tips, explaining what’s free (lots!), what’s fun, and what to avoid.  Here are a few extras and excerpts: This year’s theme is ‘Long Live the Queen’, and my favorite float celebrates the … Continue reading →

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I Found Trader Joe’s in France!

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Allison Coe

After over 25 years in France, one of the things I still miss from the States is Trader Joe’s.  So imagine my delight when I recently stumbled upon a whole stash of TJ’s hiding right in plain sight in the … Continue reading →

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For Sale: a Piece of Matisse

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Allison Coe

Update: Going once… Going twice… SOLD!  …For 3,285,000€! Are you a Matisse super-fan?  Well, here is your chance to buy a piece of Matisse.  Not a painting, not an artifact, but something even rarer: the actual apartment in Old Nice … Continue reading →

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The New Airport Tourist Tram Scam

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Allison Coe

In a total shake up, Nice just completely reorganized (and raised!) all bus and tram fares to 1.70€ a trip (…goodbye 10-trip cards!), and got rid of the old paper ticket system, replacing it with more eco-friendly 2€ rechargeable (and … Continue reading →

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