Paris House Workshops & Events

Holiday Floral Design Class at Paris House

Saturday December 14th 11:00am-1pm

Join Michele at her 200 year old historic home with a hands-on floral design class using holiday greens and seasonal flowers to create a beautiful floral arrangement in Paris House style!

 Enjoy light bites

Take home your arrangement at the end of class.

Cost $140

Christmas Photoshoot

Enjoy 3 different festive sets for your holiday cards.

$65 for one set design of your choice for 20 minutes or enjoy all 3 sets $95 for one hour.

(*** Please note there is not a photographer- clients must bring a tripod or have someone take their photos)

1.The Christmas swing under the tree

2.The beautiful wrap around porch, with nutcracker, greens and decorated porch swing

3.Greenhouse filled with poinsettia and shimmery faux snow

(We can create a life size custom Grinch set $495 for 4-6 hours)

Dates: Saturday December 7th and Sunday December 8th
(Please inquire for additional dates)

*In addition to these we also have the Hillside, NJ studio and can create custom set designs as per our clients request! 

A Roman Floral Design Class

Enjoy a light aperitivo in a charming studio in Rome.

There will be a demonstration from a renowned floral designer while you make your own arrangement to take with you at the end of class.

To reserve your spot please contact Michele@theparishouse.com

Galentine’s Girls Night

The Hillside, NJ Studio
Mocktails, light bites, Floral Cart- make your own bouquets!
Bring your camera, tripod and iPhone to take photos on our Valentine’s Day set

Date: Saturday February 15th
Time: 1-4pm
Cost: $50
Location: 100 Hoffman Place, Hillside, NJ

Paris, France

Let’s meet in Paris!!
We will arrange flowers and spend time together in Paris.
Pose on my hotel balcony with your selfie stick.
Enjoy wine & cheese.
And more!!! 

Dates: May 1st - May 7th, 2025

For more information Michele@theparishouse.com

NYC Flower District Tour

Are you dreaming of launching your own floral design business or simply want to create beautiful flowers for your home! Working with fresh seasonal flowers can reduce stress & help cheer up your life. It can also become a profitable creative business!

Join Michele, the founder of The Paris House, a luxury lifestyle boutique company, and get an insider view on navigating the famous NYC FLOWER DISTRICT. Find all her favorite floral shops, learn how to open wholesale accounts, explore sources for ribbons, baskets, containers, wedding supplies & more. . 

Enjoy chatting with like minded creatives 
Everyone will leave with a goody bag 

Date: Saturday, June 14th
Price: $145
Time: 9am-noon

Please be punctual & wear comfortable shoes 
This is a small group event.

Meeting spot: The entrance at The Moxy Hotel Chelsea, 28th street. There is parking nearby or mass transit. 

Contact # 908 581-7200 
Email michele@theparishouse.com

This must be paid for in advance to secure your spot & is non refundable 

Includes, tour of flower market, $25 gift card for the cafe at the Moxy hotel and a goody bag 

Please Note: Does not include alcoholic beverages, flowers or transportation

Sunday Guides, Autumn The Collectors Issue

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Welcome to our first Collectors Edition, a 250 page issue filled with our favorite Fall Foliage getaways and more! In this Sunday Guides we will journey together through upstate New York, Vermont, Massachusetts, The Finger Lakes, and parts of Canada.  

We are so excited to have you with us today and hope you can subscribe to our show The Paris House on Joie de Vivre TV Network based in Paris, France. It is there that you can watch our video series on this beautiful region in the world. We provide a discount by using Michele10.

We love every season of the year. However, there is something poetic about fall foliage in the Adirondacks, New England, and Canada. There is a reason people travel from around the World to visit during the Autumn months. Having grown up in Upstate New York, close to the Vermont border, was the most idyllic childhood. The scent of cider donuts, apple orchards, and hot cider perfumed the air. I can’t believe how lucky I was to be surrounded by this beauty my entire life, and it never gets old. The mild sunny days enhance the brilliant colors of the foliage, shimmering onto lakes, rivers, and ocean. Evenings are cozy, bundled up in chunky sweaters, wrapped in plaid Pendleton blankets and fall fashions on moonlit hay rides. Sitting by the outdoor fireplace, sipping hot mulled cider spiked with a little Bourbon remains one of my favorite things to do. 

Our Paris House boutique section is curated with our favorite cozy stylish fall fashion, entertaining and beauty items that we love. From seasonal recipes, autumn sangria, our favorite books, and more, we are enjoying every moment of this glorious season together with you!

Sunday Guides, Maine

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Maine’s beautiful and unique landscape entices people from all over the world to come visit. From its rugged cliffs and rocky terrain overlooking the Atlantic ocean to the most delicious lobster rolls in the world, there is something for everyone to enjoy. In this issue, we explore Kennebunkport, The Kennebunk’s, Ogunquit, Perkins Cove and Portland. You can stop for a day at the scenic Marginal Way at Perkins Cove, a quintessential fisherman’s village resembling a postcard that has come to life, or take quiet drives along the ocean with watercolor sunsets or head to a more hip and bustling town such as Portland. Enjoy fine dining in Kennebunkport’s superb restaurants, scenic drives along the ocean with views of Walker’s point the Bush Family compound. It is easy to see why Maine is like no other place in the world. 

Our family and friends have been vacationing there for many years, so we have an insiders view of this beautiful state. In this article, we will highlight our favorite hotels, restaurants, shops, beach clubs, theaters, and more to help you plan the perfect getaway. Maine is also wonderful in the autumn where it’s quieter, the prices come down a bit and the ocean is surrounded by evergreens and vibrant fall foliage. 

We have a wonderful New England, Canada, and Adirondack Autumn travel show on Joie de Vivre TV network which is based in Paris, France, more on that below in this magazine issue. We also have a more condensed Kennebunkport, Maine Sunday Guide from 2023 as well on our website. 

Maine is the only place I go where my heart actually aches when we leave and I long to return each year. I have traveled the world and I love every place I go to and I often say they are all my “favorites” but Maine is extraordinary. Read below to see which restaurant received food and wine 2024 best lobster roll award in America and we couldn’t agree more. Read our tips on how to throw a party on your travels, where to find the best flowers in town, our favorite coffee shops, and the most charming little beach where we love to walk our dog Ernie.

Our favorite “Late Summer Early Fall Fashion” beauty products, local out and about day trips, recipes and favorite books are all here, in this month’s Sunday Guides!

Sunday Guides, Newport, Rhode Island

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Travel to Newport, Rhode Island in this month’s Sunday Guides - summer beauty, products, fashion, recipes, hotels, and our favorite lobster roll. Enjoy a beautiful vacation on the Atlantic Ocean in gorgeous New England.

Summers in Newport Rhode Island evoke memories of the years gone by Gilded Age. From the mansions often referred to as “cottages” along the famed Cliff Walk, to the charming Bowen’s Wharf, it is filled with beautiful historic moments. The quintessential lobster rolls are plentiful, and we listed our favorites in this issue. What sets Newport apart from other iconic New England locations is its opulent mansions, complete with marble, ornate moldings, and enough gold to gild more than a few lilies! There is an array of hotel options, with stunning architecture and scenic views at every turn. Newport has that old world quintessential style, a European exuberance mixed with classic preppy New England style. In this issue, we travel through time into the Gilded Age to the Breakers Mansion on Cliff Walk. You must see it in person to believe it. We dined at four restaurants while on our getaway, varying from a quick coffee and pastry breakfast spot overlooking the bay, off-the-beaten-path lobster rolls, and the most scenic and tasty places to eat in town. Visiting an area this beautiful calls for elevated fashion looks without sacrificing comfort, sun-kissed skin, pretty lipgloss, and a spritz of a favorite summer fragrance. We include our “Out And About With Paris House” feature in each issue for other points of interest. Through appointment only, we custom design flowers, fashion photoshoots, and events for our clients. We style around the world in addition to our two locations: our idyllic countryside gardens and our urban studio located only 20 minutes outside New York City. Our favorite recipes are also is this month’s issue! When it’s too hot to cook, get grilling with our grilled shrimp brushed in a homemade pesto. We have it all here in this beautiful Sunday Guides.

Sunday Guides, Rome, Italy

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When in Rome, one notices many beautiful things. The mouth-watering aromas of pasta and pastries, the undeniably fabulous style of the Italians, the way the light casts the dreamiest glow over the city, and of course the legendary architecture. The history of ancient Rome comes to life in front of your eyes.

It was wonderful returning to Rome, The Eternal City. The weather was around 65 degrees and sunny the entire week. I went in February, so that felt very mild compared to the NYC winter weather. It wasn't crowded & the comfortable temperatures made walking very enjoyable.

This Sunday Guides is a refreshed makeover and updated version of our 2022 issue. We added more Rome travel fashion, our “Out and About with Paris House,” and additional helpful travel tips and itineraries.

We are hosting a floral arranging class in Rome and have included all the details, we hope you can join us!

The Italians make everyone feel welcome and at home in their beautiful country.

Sunday Guides, Mother's Day

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I am writing the Mother’s Day Editor’s Letter at a favorite cafe in Bucks County PA on a sunny Spring afternoon. I am surrounded by flowers while enjoying an artisanal lunch, complete with bread baked in terracotta pots served with European butter and flakes of sea salt, zucchini fritters, and strawberry herbed mocktails. The meticulously curated flowers, plants, and home accessories beckon one to bring them home, wrap them in beautiful gift wrap and a satin bow for the perfect Mother’s Day presents. In this issue, we celebrate and honor the women in our lives, those who have raised us, nurtured us and helped shape us into the person we have become. Those who cheered us on from the sideline our entire lives. This edition also celebrates Spring, the sweet scents of lilacs, roses, peony, primroses, pergolas cascading in wisteria and seasonal fresh ingredients, evoking memories of years gone by and creating new ones. Immerse yourself in quiet moments of a gentle spring day. Put on your favorite floral dress and walk barefoot on freshly cut grass. Read a book in a hammock with a cozy blanket. Invite friends over and catch up over some “scandalous” girl talk, perhaps from Taylor Swift’s latest music! Visit your local farmers markets and bring home tasty fresh food & make your mom a champagne brunch in the garden (make our easy DIY floral ice buckets). If you prefer not to cook, go out to a relaxing dinner. A spa getaway to an idyllic country spa is another great way to celebrate! We have a special issue this month and there is something for everyone. A little extra love and a day of respite is good for the soul. Caregivers come in all different forms, so embrace this issue and that special person in your life who has guided you with love from that very first breath you took. Take time for yourself as well. You deserve it!

Sunday Guides, Beginners Guide to Planting a Rose Garden

Enjoy our short video “Gardens Around the World”, which features gardens in New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, Canada, and England.

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Garden photographed at Pillar and Post, Niagara On The Lake, Canada

Winter is a wonderful time to begin dreaming up and planning a new garden. It is also a wonderful time to plan any updates to an existing garden. We recommend keeping a garden journal to docoument all of your ideas, dreams, plans and sketches. In this article we will share our decades long experience creating beautiful rose gardens. We would also like to thank our sponsors for being a part of this Sunday Guides issue!

“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet” Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet

We are often asked for tips on caring for, planting, and designing a rose garden. We have been growing roses for 30 years at our historic home in zone 6a Northeast New Jersey.

The Paris House Garden

There truly isn’t anything like a beautiful rose. Their sharp thorns are perhaps indicative of what’s to come. Like their thorns, they can torture you a bit with how much care goes into them. Don’t let that discourage you!  Gardeners are all too aware these beauties are high maintenance. Yet with all things we love & find fulfilling it is enjoyable & worth the effort. Once you successfully grow roses in your home garden you will be rewarded with their beauty & scent.

Some roses have the most enchanting scent, perfumed fragrance floating through the garden. Others bloom repeatedly if pruned regularly.

Then there are the ones that show up for a short time leaving us speechless with their beauty and then, just like that they are gone until next year. Gardeners can feel “both mortal and immortal in their garden” I can understand that sentiment, as the garden needs us as much as we need the garden.

The Paris House Garden

Some favorites Rose are:

Constance Spry by David Austin Roses, Eden, New Dawn, Gertrude Jekyll, Zephrine Drouhin

I could live a million Springs & that would still not be enough time in my Beloved Garden. We grow hundreds of roses in our New Jersey Garden. Follow our tips and you too can successfully have a rose garden.

I don’t take this responsibility lightly, I have a team helping me & we work hard keeping them healthy. We use our gardens for our companies photoshoots etc, so it needs to be “picture perfect” year round!

In this article we will focus on the “Beginners Guide To Planting A Rose Garden”

Our garden is situated on 5 acres and requires several people to maintain. So let’s start small here as to not overwhelm.

Before you get started chose a sunny spot and prepare your soil. Clear out grass, debris and weeds.

-Planting - dig hole twice as big as pot, plant at same level - usually those instructions are on every label.

-Dirt - 3 parts good garden soil, 1 part peat, maybe some rose tone,  fill hole to top of plant, water in and add more soil after first water cause original soil will settle. *** before planting gently loosen up the root ball so roots can thrive and add a layer of mulch to keep moisture in and weeds away.

-Some plants will be shipped bare root. Typically these are soaked in water before planting. Follow the directions in the box carefully or on the label very carefully

-make sure to water.

Ten Tips

1. Choose a sunny location & read the care instructions on your roses

2. Amend your soil with a rich compost - your garden center can help you with this.

3. Plant according to the instructions. Give your roses plenty of space.

4. Feed and water regularly

5. Spray to prevent black spots, do this in early spring before spots appear!!!

6. Remove Japanese beetles

7. Prune all dead canes each spring to prevent disease

8. Deadhead regularly to encourage healthy roses and encourage more flowers

9. Visit gardens for inspiration

10. Educate yourself on the different varieties of roses and their care

Rose Sources we love

The Paris House Garden, Constance Spry

David Austin Roses

Antique Rose Emporium

Heirloom Roses

Jackson & Perkins

Home Depot

Lowe’s

Local specialty gardens in our area Supplies

Country Mile Gardens, Morristown NJ, Home Depot, Lowe’s, Walmart for pruners, shovels, organic sprays, miracle grow, garden gloves (get gloves that come up to your elbows to prevent thorns from cutting you)

The Paris House Garden, Zephrine Drouhin

Various types of roses (there are many we highly recommend reading garden & rose books to learn more)

Floribunda

Hybrid Tea

Climbers

Ramblers

Knockouts

Noisettes

The Paris House, Rose Allee

Garden Books & Magazines We love

The English Roses David Austin

Flower Magazine

Martha Stewart Gardening

Carolyne Roem

The Surprising Life Of Constance Spry

Niagara Park Botanical Gardens Niagara On The Lake Canada

Pillar and Post garden Niagara On The Lake Canada

Travel & Visit Gardens

Niagara On The Lakes Botanical Gardens

Gardens in The Cotswolds and throughout England

Giverny

New York Botanical Gardens

The Mount Lenox MA

And many more

Garnish a mocktail or cocktail with rose petals from your garden. Be sure to only use pesticide free!  We make a fresh raspberry/ strawberry purée from our gardens as the starting point!

BLUEBERRY SMASH RECIPE HERE

Thank you for visiting Paris House

xo

Michele

Deck The Halls

This weeks Sunday Guides is exclusively for our Newsletter Subscribers! And as always it is Complimentary!!

Happy Holidays

Sunday Guides, Jersey City Edition

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Sunday Guides, Jersey City Edition 

By Michele Rosenthal

For several years, we have been going to Bon Vivant in NYC for their Petit Fours. They are fabulously delicious! Soaked in a variety of flavors like rose, lavender, coffee, and lemon; they are decorated in delicate floral detail by the talented hands of artisans. We love gifting them to friends. They recently moved their “Cake Café” to Jersey City and it is beautiful. The interiors are chic, fresh, and a feast for the eyes. You can place orders in advance on their website or you can choose in person. 

“The exquisite creations are made with the finest ingredients and crafted with care and attention to detail. Discover the art of indulgence at Bon Vivant.”

“Create your own beautiful box of delicate cakes for a special celebration. Personalize by composing flavors and including a message card. Please check online for hours. Order ahead to ensure stock and on time delivery. Choose between

• Same Day Delivery to Manhattan / Jersey City / nearby areas

• Nationwide Shipment

• Café Pickup”

“Cake Café located in Jersey City at the entrance of the 1,200-acre Liberty State Park and Light Rail station. On the corner of a new luxury 300+ unit residential building featuring 21,000 sq ft of courtyard.” 295 Johnston AveJersey City, NJ 07304” 

“Bon Vivant is a luxury boutique that specializes in miniature cakes and petits fours.Whether you are looking for a decadent treat for yourself or a stunning gift for someone special, Bon Vivant has something to suit your taste and style.”

We like to begin our day in Jersey City enjoying cappuccinos & petit fours. Then it’s off to Liberty State Park, where the wonderful views of the incredible skyline and Statue of Liberty never get old. Liberty State Park is one of the state's most beautiful parks. It is located on the shores of the Hudson River with views of the Manhattan skyline, Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island. There are popular restaurants nearby with views that will dazzle, like the Liberty House Restaurant.

For dinner, we decided to try something more casual yet still beautiful with a European bistro atmosphere and menu. We went to Satis Bistro where the service was incredible. The outdoor seating had a quaint atmosphere. There is a charming little bar area tucked away. You must pop in there; it’s so cute! My endive salad was balanced perfectly with a lemony truffle dressing & the gnocchi dish melted in my mouth. It was so delicious! My husband loved the steak frites. The streets are lined with cute shops, restaurants, bars and more!

Steak frites and a glass of red wine transports us back to a Bistro in Paris, France

Let’s Take our “Out To Dinner Bistro Look” to the next level! Elevate Fall fashion with a two piece sequin outfit! Swap out that jacket for a cashmere sweater. We love Faux leather dresses and stunning florals. Shorter to mid length polished nails in rich autumn hues with chunky gold bracelets and stacked rings are so chic! These looks are all about putting the “ooh la la” in Fall fashion! Book Michele at Paris House for a fashion consultation & personal shopping!

Sunday Guides, A Tropical Party

Late Summer Entertaining With A Tropical Flair!

Editor, Michele Rosenthal

Photo & Styling by Paris House

Thank you to this weeks Sponsors! Chester Meat Market, Skyland World Travel, Hacklebarney Farm, Christen Holly Photography. Please see more info below!

We are savoring every day of Summer! This weeks Sunday Guides is all about having fun and enjoying delicious food with your favorite people!

Here are our Tips & Recipes to help you put together a fun effortless tropical themed party!!!

Menu: recipes below

Jamaican Pork Tenderloin With Sauce Caribe (adapted from southern living)

We have been making this DELICIOUS and EASY recipe for 21 years & EVERYONE loves it! If you are in the Chester NJ area we highly recommend Chester Meat Market. I have been shopping there for decades. It’s outstanding.

• coconut mint iced tea add rum if you like

• Dessert - too hot to bake?!!! or simply don’t feel like spending all day in the kitchen!!! No worries get a dessert delivery straight to your door!!! We love Mini upside down pineapple cakes that will pair beautifully with our Tropical Dinner Menu!!! We linked them for you! Fun tip!!! Add a sparkler to the top of each mini cake and WOW your guests (please use EXTREME caution around guests & children and make sure to put out flame in water before disposing)

• Decorate table with palm leaves and a few grocery store orchids! Scatter seashells down the center of table. No time to decorate or arrange flowers!? Call us!!! We deliver.

• Don’t have a pool?!!! No worries!!! get a little kiddie pool & a slippery slide!!! Your guests will have so much fun & make lifelong memories. Try Walmart, Target, Amazon

• Don’t forget a fun playlist!!!

Recipes:

Our Grilled pork tenderloin topped with the most delicious red current Caribe Sauce. It’s amazing!

Jamaican Pork Tenderloin With Sauce Caribe. (Our pork tenderloin is from Chester Meats, Chester NJ.)

Recipe Adapted from southern living 2002 issue!!

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 to 2 pounds PORK Tenderloin (our pork tenderloin are from Chester Meats!)

• 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice

• 1 & 1/2 tablespoons McCORMICK Gourmet Collection Jamaican Jerk Seasoning (or substitute with your favorite brand)

• 1/2 cup red currant jelly

• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons dark rum or orange juice (I use orange juice)

• Garnishes: chopped honey-roasted USA PEANUTS, tropical pesticide free edible flowers

• Long-grain and wild rice (optional)

Directions:

Preheat Grill

Spoon the 3 tablespoons of orange juice over the tenderloins. Sprinkle 1 & 1/2 tablespoons Jamaican seasoning over the top.

Grill pork until cooked through, do not burn

While pork is grilling make the sauce.

Add these ingredients to sauce pan:

1/2 cup red currant jelly

1/4 cup Dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons dark rum or orange juice (I use orange juice)

Heat until combined and sauce is thinned a bit

Cover pork & let rest for 5-10 minutes

Slice and place on serving platter. Spoon sauce over, sprinkle with honey roasted peanuts. Garnish.

Serve warm!

Coconut-Mint Iced Tea

Of course, if you're in the mood for a tropical cocktail, add a splash of rum.

8 SERVINGS

2 cups fresh mint leaves (from 2 large bunches)

8 cups double-strength fresh-brewed tropical blend iced tea (such as original blend Paradise brand)

1 cup (or more) coconut syrup*

5 tablespoons (or more) fresh lemon juice

Ice cubes

Place mint leaves in large pitcher. Crush mint with muddler or wooden spoon.

Add hot tea, 1 cup coconut syrup, and 5 tablespoons lemon juice. Add more coconut syrup by tablespoonfuls and lemon juice by teaspoonfuls, if desired.

Cool completely. Fill glasses with ice, pour tea over, and serve.

*Available at specialty foods stores.

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Niagara On The Lake, Canada

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Niagara On The Lake (NOTL) is a delightful quaint town located only minutes from Niagara Falls in the Province of Ontario. From the moment you enter idyllic NOTL you will feel as though you stepped back in time. Enjoy scenic drives passing by vineyards, historic homes, old fashioned country farm stands, and flowers everywhere! If you go during the summer months stock up on fresh cherries, the best pies & turnovers; they are delicious!

Watch the sailboats pass you as you dine outdoors at Queens Landing. Then grab an Aperol Spritz in Pillar and Post’s gorgeous garden. A gentle breeze from Lake Ontario provides a lovely respite from the summer heat. Autumn is another favorite time of ours to visit. Walk along paths by the banks of the river and enjoy a picnic lunch by the gazebo. In Queens Royal Park, streets are filled with lush trees, horse drawn carriage tours, and vibrant flowers. There is something beautiful at every glance and around every corner.

There is a British feel to the charming shops lining Queen and King Street, surrounded by 19th century architecture, pubs, and delightful bakeries. Our favorite is the Niagara Home Bakery. Don’t miss their delicious cinnamon buns, coffee, linzer tarts, and other savory items. Stroll through the Heritage District and enjoy shopping, dining, and browse unique shops to find that special gift for a loved one, or perhaps treat yourself! There are bed-and-breakfasts, cozy inns: many with fireplaces, thermal spas, outdoor and indoor pools and fine dining.

For the active traveler, you will delight in the bike paths, swimming pools, yoga classes, and golf courses. Play a round on the oldest operating golf course in North America, Niagara-On-The-Lake Golf Club, then grab a colorful Adirondack chair, and sit by the water enjoying a cocktail, dinner, and watching unforgettable gorgeous sunsets.

In this article we explore a drive through the Finger Lakes up to Niagara On The Lakes, Canada. A quaint small town with fabulous vineyards, picturesque Lake Ontario, a gorgeous golf course, and well appointed hotels. More on the finger lakes here: https://theparishouse.com/blog-1/canada-wine

Depending on your route you will drive by the Canadian Falls, the famous Flower Clock and the Botanical Gardens. Niagara Parks does an incredible job of maintaining everything impeccably. There are trolleys and transportation to get you everywhere effortlessly. We recommend three nights and four days to see the highlights.

What To See and Do

Queens Royal Park features trails and a gazebo that are meticulously cared for and a great pride of the community. Enjoy dinner and theatrics at Shaws Theater on Queen Street. Some of our favorite vineyards include Ice Wine, Ravine, Two Sisters, and Pellars. Sights and adventures await at Niagara Falls, The Flower Clock, Botanical Gardens, Gorge, & Butterfly Conservatory.

Nearby Niagara Falls there is something for everyone, from the adventurous to the foodie to the photographer! There are zip lines over the falls, tours, and more. There are easy & affordable modes of transportation to get you everywhere.

Where to Stay? We recommend Pillar and Post, a well appointed hotel with many amenities. Queens Landing offers elegant decor, waterside dining, trolley pickups, and complimentary shuttles for guests. For a chic contemporary vibe with courtyard dining try 124 Hotel and Spa. There are also inns by the golf course, overlooking the lake and wine trail like Oban Inn. 

Inspired by Claude Monet’s garden in Giverny, France. Take note of the underplanting of nasturtium flowers. Enjoy a stroll through acres of immaculately landscaped gardens. Walk over the bridge to admire the water Lillies and enjoy an aperol spritz from the nearby garden cafe.

Interested in creating your own rose garden at home!! Check out our lovely rose garden article here: https://theparishouse.com/blog-1/2023/6/25/a92mrvwy2hcr3v29c3fp5puzyver13

Hotel Spotlight: Pillar and Post & Queens Landing

We have stayed many times at both Queens Landing & Pillar and Post. The service is wonderful. Pillar and Post has both indoor and outdoor pools, thermal spa, poolside cafe and fine dining. Enjoy complimentary shuttle service into town and their sister properties. The hotel will be more than happy to arrange your dinner at their hotel or perhaps outside on the patio overlooking the water at Queens Landing just moments up the road. They also have door to door service on the trolley, which is a great way to explore and do the wine trail! The hotel is about 10-15 minutes into town and a quick shuttle ride to the lake. We would be happy to help you plan your getaway to Niagara On The Lake.

“Country Elegance in Niagara-on-the-Lake

This five-star hotel in a 19th century building boasts a rich history and features all the modern comforts to make your stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake first-class.’ -  Pillar and Post

‘Indulge in the Niagara Resort Experience

Everything you need for a refreshing hotel stay is well within reach at Pillar and Post. With an on-site spa spanning 13,000 square feet, a fine dining restaurant serving the best steak in Niagara-on-the-Lake, and the contemporary comforts of crisp linen and plump pillows, and plenty of fine vintage wines, all you need to do is don a robe and relax.” - Pillar and Post

“Soothe Body, Mind & Soul

Escape into tranquility with a trip to our 13,000 square foot Niagara spa resort where you’ll find an extensive menu of spa services to soothe from head to toe and mind to soul. As a spa guest, your visit includes access to the fireplace lounge in our interior seating area as well as our heated indoor saltwater pool, hot tub, outdoor pool, hot spring pool, and fitness center. If you need assistance choosing a spa treatment, our spa concierge would be happy to guide you. “ - Pillar and Post

“An Elegant Ode to Wine Country

Enjoy farm-to-table flavours, fine wine and indulge in a unique Niagara dining experience.” - Pillar and Post

“Dreamy Garden Wedding Venues

Tie the knot surrounded by fragrant florals and historic elegance at Pillar and Post in Niagara-on-the-Lake.” - Pillar and Post

https://www.vintage-hotels.com/pillar-and-post/100-fountain-spa/

If you are looking for a travel planner, we are happy to plan your itinerary. Contact us at michele@theparishouse.com 

Thank you to Vintage Hotels for upgrading us and impeccable service during our stay.

Where To Dine? We love Ravine Vineyard! The farm to table is delicious. It has a smaller, more intimate vibe. Two Sisters has a gorgeous covered terrace overlooking the vineyards. For a lovely spot on the water, try the patio at Queens Landing. Sitting poolside at Pillar and Post is always fun and as their guests can enjoy cocktails and snacks. As mentioned, no visit to NOTL would be complete without our daily visits to Niagara Home Bakery, it is charming and delicious. The Spinach puff pastries are so yummy! Always call ahead for reservations and to make sure if they are open.

Vineyard Transportation? Take a shuttle from several hotels, a car service, or hop on the trolley, and visit as many vineyards as you like ! We have also rented a private limousine service which was so much fun and tailored to our itinerary. The vintage hotels such as Pillar and Post and Queens Landing provide an amazing shuttle service with knowledgeable drivers to let you in on the best spots in town.



Shopping? Check out Queens Street and Kings Street along with the vineyards for wine, wine glasses, artisan gifts, food and more.

What To Pack? Comfortable shoes, wedges, stylish flats, sneakers, heels for dining at night. Sun dresses, scarves, stylish blazers, dressy shorts, sweaters for evenings by the water, bathing suits, coverups. Polo style shirts and tailored pants take the men from wine tasting, golf course, dining and more. Please note: passports or a special New York state license is required when entering into Canada. Always check on all restrictions and proper travel documents in advance.



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Recipe

Nutella Strawberry Crepes

• Make your favorite crepe batter. After they are prepared. Add nutella to taste. Top with thinly sliced strawberries. And a little whipped cream

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