Armed with an insatiable appetite, a forgiving waistband and a pack of indigestion tablets, I dived headfirst into two days and nights in Paris. 10.30amArriving in Paris in the rain isn’t always romantic but all was forgiven the moment I stepped into the Shangri-La Paris. A junior suite with Paris view at the Shangri-La Paris1.30pmA short walk took us to Le Stella, a beloved local brasserie in the 16th arrondissement. Shang PalaceHighlights included crispy minced duck served with lettuce leaves, melt-in-the-mouth wagyu beef fillet with king oyster mushrooms and savoury, buttery fried rice. Sipping a Beshkan – rose pisco with pistachio orgeat – I reflected on just how much Paris had delivered.

Source: Daily Mail February 09, 2026 17:34 UTC