I moved from New York City in 2017 to begin my studies and a new life in Paris. I am studying french language and literature. I teach yoga and fitness in Paris and did so in New York for several years.
I am interested in Eastern philosophy, yoga (of course), literature and films. I eat pretty much everything and I love wine (but not too much).
I am dedicated to good health but also balancing that with a little bit of the "Bon Vivant".

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Right now I am trying to get to know Europe better, to see more cities and ways of living, learn some history, maybe even help cook and learn some new recipes from other countries. I would like to meet some individuals and families in France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Austria and Spain.
Unfortunately I can only host when my roommate and her kids are away. We are pretty full when all of us are home.

Interests

• animals
• writing
• literature
• cooking
• wine
• indian food
• painting
• cinema
• documentary
• vegetarian cooking
• independent cinema
• cooking and baking

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - Classic Rock, Old vocal jazz, R & B, mid temp electronica and house, pop. (Lisa Shaw, Billie Holiday, Journey, Fleetwood Mac, Usher, Drake, Madonna, djs Miguel Migs and Zimmer)
Movies - The Big Chill, My Favorite Season, Klute, Belle du Jour, Star Wars, Fatal Attraction, The World According to Garp, The Hours, Mean Girls, The Devil Wears Prada, Enter the Dragon

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Done a seven day cruise up the Sepik River in Papua New Guinea

Teach, Learn, Share

I am a decent cook and culinary classes in New York and worked as a chef in people's homes while also teaching yoga. But I want to keep learning different recipes and other ways people approach food in their homes. I love homestyle cooking. I especially would learn how to cook Italian and Asian styles because I have little experience in this realm.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Yoga and cooking! I would love to help someone cook or make something for them if they like.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Canada, England, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Papua New Guinea, Spain, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States