Mood: fun and relaxed, Parisian history, French culture, personal

Curious about what it’s like to live in Paris? Tessa Bicard, aka @madametartempion on TikTok and Instagram, joins us for a long chat about her experience living in the City of Light for 20 years. Tessa is an expert in all things French culture, perfume and beauty, fashion, skincare, restaurants, and so much more. She shares her stories from dating in Paris, studying at the Sorbonne, the differences between French and Californian culture, the history of plumbing in Paris (random?! But on brand) and Eau de Cologne, as well as her favorite places to visit in her chosen hometown.

TESSA’S PARISIAN “THIS OR THAT” QUIZ

Metro or Bus?

Côte d’Azur or Paris?

Croissant or Baguette? White or Rosé?

Left Bank or Right Bank?

Emily in Paris or Dix Pour Cent?

Dior or Chanel?

Heels or Sneakers?

Brasserie or Restaurant?

Cafe Crème or Cappuccino?Charcuterie or Fromage?

Jardin du Luxembourg or Parc des Buttes-Chaumont?

Perfume Shopping or Wine Tasting?

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