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Author: Guylaine S Gamble

French American born and raised in Hauts-de-France an hour away from Paris, Guylaine grew up in the USA. With a passion for inspiration aka @veryinspiredpro most of the time :) she thrives on putting it all together to live a purpose-driven life.
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It’s All About L.A Croissants!

March 5, 2013May 24, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Well, we asked our friends on the  French A L.A Carte Facebook Page to take a little poll and tell us where they buy their “croissants” in L.A and vicinity? Thank you for participating and sharing the post and here … Continue reading It’s All About L.A Croissants!

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Vive l’ A M O U R !

February 23, 2013May 18, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

“AMOUR le très beau film de Michael Haneke rafle tout. Il remporte les Césars du meilleur film, du meilleur réalisateur, de la meilleure actrice Emmanuelle Riva, du meilleur acteur Jean-Louis Trintignant et du meilleur scénario original!” Qu’en sera-t’il aux OSCARS … Continue reading Vive l’ A M O U R !

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Lola Ohlala et son Cabaret Versatile

February 11, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Dans la série: ces Frenchies à L.A… Lola Ohlala est danseuse , chorégraphe et productrice de  formation en danse classique et moderne dès le jeune âge de 4 ans, Lola Ohlala, née Axelle Marcuéÿz nom qu’elle n’utilise en tant que productrice, s’est … Continue reading Lola Ohlala et son Cabaret Versatile

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This is What Sweet Dreams are Made of…

February 3, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

In the series, these Frenchies in L.A… Meet Michèle La Porta, creator of “Starlette Cake™” In 1985, when Michèle opened her very first tea salon Thé Cool in the sixteenth arrondissement of Paris, little did she know that twenty-seven years later … Continue reading This is What Sweet Dreams are Made of…

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Faites sauter les crêpes!

February 1, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Le 2 février en France on fait sauter les crêpes pour la Chandeleur  ( Candlemas)   pour célébrer le retour des jours ensoleillés ( la crêpe symbole du soleil) ! Aux USA , mis à part le Super Bowl, c’est … Continue reading Faites sauter les crêpes!

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Fondue,Raclette,and Tartiflette!

January 15, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Fondue, Raclette, and Tartiflette! It’s time to take out the fondue pot and the Raclette! These dishes are traditional French winter dishes and my kind of comfort food! It’s a good occasion to invite friends &  family over and celebrate … Continue reading Fondue,Raclette,and Tartiflette!

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Golden Globes 2013: A Very Good Year for French Films Nominations

January 13, 2013May 21, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

This year is once again a very good year for French Films at the “70th Annual Golden Globe Awards!Following The Artist last year, France has this year not one but three French films nominated for a Golden Globe in the … Continue reading Golden Globes 2013: A Very Good Year for French Films Nominations

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Starlette Cake™: Why French Women Don’t Get Fat!

January 10, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

In 1985, Parisian TV host (France 2)Michèle La Porta invented a way to eat without guilt and frustration. She created Starlette Cake™, a delicious cake with no sugar, no butter, no flour, no eggs and no fat at all!  Could it be one … Continue reading Starlette Cake™: Why French Women Don’t Get Fat!

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“M” 1st US Concert Flashback

January 9, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Pinterest Twitter Facebook Instagram As an Amazon Associate, French A L.A Carte Blog earns from qualifying purchases. Thank you! Merci ! Related articles Continue reading “M” 1st US Concert Flashback

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Bonne Fête des Rois!

January 6, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

La Fête des Rois, or King’s Day, is an anticipated holiday and tradition in France that takes place 12 days after Christmas. To celebrate, La Galette des Rois or a King’s Cake, is baked in many households and sold throughout … Continue reading Bonne Fête des Rois!

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My Dinner with Food Critic Sophie Gayot 

January 1, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

World-renowned food critic Sophie Gayot is one Very Inspired Person with a French Twist in LA! You can read more about my interview in between bites on “Sophie Gayot and the Good Life!”
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Sophie Gayot and the Good Life!

January 1, 2013May 23, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Sophie Gayot world-renowned food critic began her culinary career the moment she was old enough to eat, sleep and ride in an airplane. “I was always with my father!  I grew up in this milieu. My mother also cooks very well… and … Continue reading Sophie Gayot and the Good Life!

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