Halloween in France: what do the French really think?
The French, many believe, wouldn’t accept Halloween as their own holiday, as they’re much too protective of their culture - we could be in for a drastic change...
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11, 2021
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09, 2021
French Graphic Poetry: painting with words
Apollinaire (1880 –1918) was a well-known French poet, writer and art critic. He was one of the first artists to represent a new movement of visual art and literature - surrealism. The goal of this movement was to rise above the normal vision of the world and to reach its essence.
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08, 2021
le franglais: stuck between two languages
The two languages were jostling in my brain. It made communication difficult...
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08, 2021
An unexpected way to make French friends in Paris
Read about Jacqueline's experience of aqua-cycling in Paris: make French friends whilst exercising!
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07, 2021
David Sedaris and the Paris he called home
When America’s David Sedaris decided to move to Paris, it was to learn the language. What ensued was a hilarious insight into the illusive capital, whose truth is sometimes eclipsed by those lights for which it is so famous.
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07, 2021
Book review: The Heart by Maylis de Kerangal
The Heart is not for the timid reader; but it is a beautiful reminder of life’s transience.
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07, 2021
The savvy Francophile’s guide to fromage: French cheese resources
These resources will give you all the tools you need to become cheese-savvy: perfect for showing off at your next French soirée, and curing your longing for France.
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07, 2021
The savvy Francophile’s guide to fromage: soft French cheese
Check out these 8 types of soft French cheese that you simply must try. We hope you've eaten...
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06, 2021
La France insolite : promenade à dos d’éléphant au cœur de Nantes
La ville française de Nantes regorge d’endroits insolites à explorer. Entre autres, la balade en éléphant au départ des « Machines de l’île », qui figure parmi les attractions les plus étonnantes.
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06, 2021
Sauternes wine: a luxurious and unique white wine
Have you heard of 'noble rot' fungus? Discover how it's used in the fascinating production of Sauternes wine.
