As promised, a continuation of what happened over my holiday! During the week that we had off, I was able to experience a wonderful array of food that Paris had to offer. I did not lack in getting my fair share of crepes and, since we are college students, alcohol. Just so we are clear, the alcohol was consumed in a reasonable and responsible way--as was all the food during the trip, so I unfortunately have very few pictures. I also apologize beforehand because in an attempt to not completely look ridiculous while getting the photos I was forced to use a camera lacking in pixels.

With was one of the savory crepes that I had and can't remember what was made of. 

Some local and seasonal cider that was phenomenal and look at the color! This was definitely a good substitute for all of the pumpkin products that are coming out this time of year! 

As mentioned, a good amount of alcohol during meals and all of which were delicious compliments with the meals.  

 

A wonderful salad! The thin slices that are rimming the dish are duck!This was my first time trying the delicacy and I wouldn't mind it again--a definite recommendation if ever given the opportunity.

Between all of this amazing food I was able to make it to the Arch of Triumph. This was my second time at the arch and it was just as amazing this time as it was the first. Just as crowed, but still amazing at the shear size of the structure. What is really cool about the architecture is that that flowers on the ceiling, pictured in a few of the pictures below, are actually coming out of the wall and are 3-D. 

Now, as many people may know, large cities always have something going on and Paris is no exception. While taking a late night stroll through the city, near Notre Dome, our group stumbled upon what might have been a protest. This was nothing as dramatic as getting right in the middle of the action, but it was interesting to see a huge police task force move down a side street. 

There were about five or six of these vehicles that went down this street. These vans didn't include the other police officers, vehicles, and what looked to be SWAT vans move in the same direction. Unfortunately, we never actually found out what was going on. 

Now, I understand that this post has taken me FOREVER to post, but a lot has been going on with school--we have about three medium sized projects going on at the moment. But, I would like to finish my story of travels to Paris to end with the most iconic symbol for France--the Eiffel Tower. We were able to make it to the second story (there are three) and see the amazing city of Paris in all it's nighttime glory. Enjoy!