Paris: Drinking Pink at the Chameleon

Sometimes, it is best to leave the see-and-be-seen spots to the tourists and just blend in. In Paris, times such as these call for a visit to the Latin Quarter'’s cheery and charming Chameleon bar. When you tire of donning black and waiting in line to catch an overpriced glimpse of chic stars in sleek outfits, put the color back in your life by spending some time at my favorite hangout in the 5th. Here, as the name implies, you can camouflage yourself in the midst of interesting characters and sit back until you come to understand what they mean by "seeing pink".” You won't find the place unless you're looking for the reptilian mascot above the door. Upon arrival you will begin de-jading yourself with a beverage. For the partygoer whose world has gone grey, there is one obvious choice in the drink department: "La Vie en Rose" ”- an original house concoction of champagne and peach juice that delivers everything which its name suggests. If you are lucky, Sofiane (the regular bartender who bears a striking resemblance to Jimmy Fallon) will be serving up the fizzy that night. If you are really lucky, or if the night'’s a bit slow, he'll even offer you a bit of entertainment from behind the bar, dancing and getting his inner Edith Piaf on with renditions of the drink's namesake song, "“Quand il me prend dans ses bras"? Continue reading "Paris: Drinking Pink at the Chameleon"