“A Moveable Feast” is a series of short stories about Hemingway’s early years in Paris from 1921 to 1926. The stories highlight the life of a young writer and the development of his writing process. Reading the book after seeing Paris, allowed me to recognize some of the streets, places and people mentioned in the stories and relive my experiences. Once you visit Paris, the book can ignite memories and can bring a smile to your heart and transport you back to Paris in a flash. As Hemingway said, “If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast.”
This site represents my moveable feast; the memories of Paris that will never be lost; that I will carry around with me wherever I go. As this site grows I will try to remember to point out to you the streets, places, and the people mentioned in this book so you can truly share my memories and discoveries.
While trying to limit the food posts, this photo of my favorite cup of coffee which also happens to be Hemingway’s favorite . . . café crème . . . could not be avoided. When you go to Paris for the first time and order café, they will bring you an espresso unless you specify café au lait or café crème. So make the waiters happy and be specific about your coffee.
In love with Paris and Hemingway – Some of his quotes and a link to his Key West, Florida home and museum. July 21, 2014 marked the 115th anniversary of Ernest Hemingway’s birth – remember and celebrate his genius.