There’s an app for that: finding a sunny cafe in Paris, the city of light
The article discusses the launch of a new app called "Jveuxdusoleil" (I want sun) in Paris, France. The app helps Parisians find the sunniest cafes and terraces in the city, particularly during the summer when many residents leave the city for vacation. Finding a sunny spot for an evening aperitif is a quintessential Parisian pastime, but one that is under threat as the traditional bistros and cafes face extinction. The app taps into this aspect of Parisian culture, using data on the sun's movement to identify the best locations for a sunny terrace. The article suggests that the app's popularity comes at a time when the traditional Parisian cafe culture is facing challenges, making it a digital solution to a uniquely French problem.
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