Synopsis: Ah, gay Paris, city of light, the Eiffel Tower and stylish striped jumpers. It is here where loved-up couples come to cement their love with kisses beneath the Arc de Triomphe, where they wine and dine in candlelit cafes and then seal the deal afterwards beneath the high thread-count sheets of a glitzy hotel. As the capital of sophistication, elegance and glamour, it's not hard to see why so many fall head-over-designer-heels in love here. Do so in style with Hg2 Paris.

Fashion, food and all-round fabulousness abound in Paris, where designer is du jour, Michelin stars area a must and the Parisian people pout, pose and preen until they can peacock no more. All you need to fit right in is Hg2 Paris.

As with all Hg2's coveted guides, Hg2 Paris is broken down into easily navigable sections:

Sleep - 35 hotels ranging from the finest grande dame to the quaint little bed & breakfasts

Eat - 40 impressive restaurants to satisfy your hunger whatever your taste

Drink - 34 bars, from the most extravagant cocktail joints to the down'n'dirty dive bars

Snack - 25 cafes, coffee shops, restaurants for Parisian chic

Party - 38 of the hottest clubs, the buzzing nights and a selection of after-hours favourites

Culture - 19 landmarks, galleries and museums for both the art aficionado and the city stroller

Shop - the essential shops, the best shopping streets/areas - less commercial more boutique

Play - plenty of parks, spas, sports centres and beauty salons to choose from

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Hot Brands Verdict

Part of a series of ‘A Hedonist’s guide to...’ these ‘insider’s guides’ cover the best of where to sleep, eat, drink, snack, party and play in each city. They cover a range of cities from the established like New York and Paris to up and coming destinations such as Baku and Almaty & Astana.

We love the way Hg2 Paris is organised, described and photographed, delivering a taste of Paris for anyone looking for a stylish guide to this wonderful city. Hg2 guide’s are designed for people wanting to explore, shop and play away from the crowds of tourists and become part of the city’s many scenes. The look and feel of this little guide (snakeskin-like flexibound cover) is fabulous, and perfect for slipping into your handbag for an indulgent trip to Paris. We loved it! Highly recommended!