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New episode: Let's take a deeper dive into the 19th arrondissement of Paris. You've hopefully already heard the previous episode, where Ben McPartland shared his thoughts on the 19th Kingdom. 

In this brand new episode, we visited some of the places he recommended, plus more. And we report back to you! (Scroll down for the spelling/websites of each place mentioned). 

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Food and Drink

L'Atalante
A spacious bar on the canal known for IPAs and dishes like roasted cauliflower with peanut butter sauce.
26 Quai de la Marne, 75019 Paris
www.latalante.fr

Combat
A lively cocktail bar near the border of the 19th and 20th arrondissements, recommended for high-quality cocktails.
63 Rue de Belleville, 75019 Paris
www.combat.paris

Lao Siam
A long-running Southeast Asian restaurant recognized by the Michelin Guide, known for dishes like "Crying Tiger" beef.
49 Rue de Belleville, 75019 Paris
www.laosiam.fr

Cheval d'Or
A highly praised restaurant with an understated exterior.
21 Rue de la Villette, 75019 Paris
www.chevaldorparis.com

Paname Brewing Company
A brewery on the canal serving craft beer and food.
41 Quai de la Loire, 75019 Paris
www.panamebrewingcompany.com

Le Passage à Niveau
A restaurant on the Petite Ceinture with its own herb garden and mushroom cultivation.
2 bis Rue de l'Ourcq, 75019 Paris
https://www.instagram.com/lepassageaniveau/

Coffee Shops & Bakeries

Mardi
A café known for excellent coffee and Swedish-style cinnamon buns.
29 Rue de la Villette, 75019 Paris
www.instagram.com/mardi_cafe_paris

Buna Bet
A specialty coffee shop and roastery known for single-origin coffee, pastries, and a warm neighborhood atmosphere.
102 Rue de Meaux, 75019 Paris
www.bunabet.fr

Parks & Culture

Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
A dramatic park built on an old quarry with steep hills, a lake, and a hilltop temple.
1–7 Rue Botzaris, 75019 Paris

Parc de la Villette
A large contemporary park with playgrounds, museums, and entertainment venues.
211 Av. Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris
www.lavillette.com

Philharmonie de Paris
A major concert hall located inside Parc de la Villette.
221 Av. Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris
www.philharmoniedeparis.fr

L'Eau et les Rêves
A botanical bookshop on a moored boat along the canal.
9 Quai de l'Oise, 75019 Paris
https://www.penichelibrairie.com/

Belleville Market
A busy outdoor food market near Rue de Belleville.
Boulevard de Belleville, 75019 Paris

Nordic Bookshop (La Librairie Nordique)
A specialized bookstore focused on Nordic and northern literature.
5 Rue d