Alice à Paris sells stylish clothing for children that is surprisingly moderately priced for the quality and design. This is the original shop; there is a new branch in the 6e.

A charming, informal, small spot to dine on the Provencal cuisine of Olympe Versini. Favorites: grilled eggplant; vegetable ragout; rare tuna with foie gras; large platters of lamb roasted with garlic and potatoes.

Within the 9th arrondissement, is a chic bohemian enclave, RUE DES MARTYRS, where shopping for food is a must, especially on Sunday morning. Many of these shops are closed on Mondays. The food shops on rue des Martyrs are found between rue Notre-Dame de Lorette and rue Victor Masse.

Also, along the street you’ll find:

This bakery is highly praised for its baguettes, and pastries. Arnaud Delmontel won third in the 2007 Baguette Grand Prix contest organized by the city of Paris and was voted patisserie of the year in 2006. Favorites: traditional baguette with white flour or whole grains; renaissance baguette au sel de guerande.

C. Bouchet, Fromager Affineur, the owner cheese maker, presides over this small shop bursting with a wonderful array of delicious cheeses. Favorites: Beaufort Alpage; Vacherin Fribourgeois; canapés of chevre wrapped with smoked salmon or prosciutto.

Beloved by locals, this cozy restaurant and shop is open for lunch and brunch and carries an array of takeout items, including salads, tarts, quiche, and desserts. The food reflects the French and English backgrounds of the owners.