MyFrenchLife™ – MaVieFrançaise®
I invite you to join our immersive, global salon* for curious savvy Francophiles.
Bonjour et bienvenue! Je m’appelle Judy MacMahon, Fondatrice de MyFrenchLife™ – MaVieFrançaise®.
For more than 15 years, I’ve been building this home for people like you—curious, thoughtful Francophiles who want to experience France as it truly is. Beyond the clichés — deeper, richer, layered culture beneath elegant and imperfect, surprising, endlessly fascinating — and that’s exactly what we explore together at MyFrenchLife™
Think of this as a salon*, not just a website. A space where stories are shared, questions are asked, and ideas are exchanged. A place where connections and friendships are made. A place where we linger together over the joys of the French language, culture, books, and everyday French life.
About MyFrenchLife™
Join 12,000+ curious savvy Francophiles discovering the real France — beyond the clichés, beneath the surface, into the heart of what makes French culture endlessly fascinating.
Bonjour et bienvenue! I'm Judy MacMahon, and for over 15 years, I've been creating this home for people like you who crave experiences that are more than touristic France. You want to gain a deeper understanding of France and the French people. You want the layered stories, the cultural paradoxes, the everyday magic that makes France... France.
"Judy's insights have completely changed how I experience French culture. I finally feel like I'm seeing the real France." — Sarah M., French Book Club member, Chicago.
“Every time I come to one of your events, I meet really interesting people” — Sarah T., speaking of our events.
“I felt warmth radiating from the group; I felt welcome, and I met some terribly savvy women from all over the world.” — Rachel K., long-time member and long-time Paris resident.
«Je vous remercie beaucoup de m’avoir accueilli aujourd’hui! C’était une bonne occasion de savoir votre intérêt en français. Je voudrais y participer un autre jour si ça me convient :) Très cordialement » — Mutsumi, French Conversation Group member, Melbourne, Australia.
“Working with MyFrenchLife™ goes far beyond a classical client-supplier relationship; you feel that they are totally involved and concerned about what happens to their partners. The very smooth relationship is such a pleasure. Judy has a very passionate personality, which means a great personal commitment. Every question receives a quick answer from Judy or her team. That is priceless.” — Mariannig F., commercial partner, Brittany, France.
What You'll Discover Here
Free subscribers receive Le Bulletin newsletter every weekend—my personal letters bursting with voices and discoveries from France, plus access to selected Zine articles.
Paid subscribers get the complete, deep, and rich MyFrenchLife™ experience:
Exclusive PAID Le Bulletin newsletter each weekend with deeper cultural insights & insider perspectives
Full access to all of our Zine's 3,000+ articles exploring French life beyond the cliché and guidebooks: stories, interviews, tips+
Free access to all of our books and mini eBooks: PDF & Kindle
Global Book Club reading award-winning French literature with fellow Francophiles
Curated Library gives access to hundreds of French voices, thinkers, and storytellers
French conversation group weekly in Melbourne, Australia.
Special events and intimate conversations you won't find anywhere else
And Mighty Supporters get
All paid subscriber benefits + priority event access + direct access to me at any time + behind-the-scenes information + exclusive founding member gatherings
Why This Community Matters
We're not just reading about France—we're living it, questioning it, falling in love with its contradictions. Whether you're planning your next trip, dreaming of moving there, or simply want to think in French wherever you are, you'll find your people here.
This isn't a magazine. It's a salon where curious minds gather to explore what it truly means to connect with French culture.
Ready to go deeper? Upgrade to paid subscription and join 100++ Francophiles who've made this their weekly French escape.
Start simple: Subscribe for free below and begin your journey into authentic France today.
How Did This All Start?
It was a simple thought that began it all when Judy wondered: “Are others as fascinated by France as I am?”
Since 2010, we've grown into a global community of Francophiles, French natives, and expats who share an insatiable curiosity about France's intricacies and paradoxes. We're seeking out insider tips to help take you from tourist to savvy traveller—and when we're not in France, we all want to live and dream in French.
Our Values
We are a global community of generous, kind, curious Francophiles. We value quality, respect, authenticity, honesty, and generosity. At our heart, we're curious people who love healthy debate and discovering what makes France what it is today.
Questions? Just want to say bonjour? We'd love to hear from you!
Judy MacMahon
Fondatrice
MyFrenchLife™ - MaVieFrançaise®
