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The P&M Edits

A considered set of notes on hotels, restaurants, bars, and global escapes. Written for planning, not saving.

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How Edits work

Edits exist to remove guesswork. Each one is a practical set of notes shaped by what genuinely changes the experience. Where to sit. What to order. When to go. They are written for planning, not saving. The intention is simple: clear direction, without noise.

What an Edit includes

Every Edit answers the same useful questions. When is the best time to go and what timing changes the mood completely. Which room to request or which table to book and why that specific choice matters. What to order, what to skip and the details that shape the experience beyond the obvious. Each Edit also includes a short line on who it suits, so expectations are clear before arriving. When relevant, practical notes are included too. Dress code, booking lead times and any requests worth making in advance.

The standard

Every recommendation is judged on five points. Service, design, food and drink, atmosphere, and value. Value is not about cheap or expensive, it is whether the experience earns the price paid. If something does not deliver, it does not make the Edit. If it does, the guidance will be specific.

Transparency

Hosted stays and invitations are always noted, but opinions always remain independent. Editorial decisions are not for sale. When a visit is invited or gifted, the standard stays the same. It still has to earn its place.

A September Weekend in Paris, Refined.
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A September Weekend in Paris, Refined.

A September weekend in Paris is vibrant yet unhurried, with warm days, bright evenings and a calmer city rhythm. This Palates & Miles Edit covers when to go, where to stay in the 9th Arrondissement at InterContinental Paris Le Grand, one standout dinner reservation at Bar Vendôme at the Ritz Paris and a cultural morning at Notre-Dame followed by shopping along Rue Vieille du Temple. Expect practical booking notes, what to wear and an itinerary that prioritises elegance, refined dining and considered sightseeing.

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