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French American Lunch at Chez Fabien Bistro in Historic Grapevine, Texas

For starters, we had an aperitif sitting on the sidewalk terrace of Chez Fabien Bistro on a drizzly afternoon to celebrate our birthdays.…

From Galette des Rois to Almond Croissants: My Almond Obsession

Every year, history repeats itself, and on January 6th, Epiphany Day, and throughout the month, the French go head over heels for the Galette…

Easy Almond Flour Cookies with Just 3 Ingredients

After seeing all those irresistible social media posts about almond cookies, I couldn’t resist diving in and satisfying my craving for that rich,…

Easy French Almond Cake

As you may already know from the blog posts, I have a deep fondness for anything almond, from almond paste, also known as…

“Call My Agent! The Movie” Premieres September 10 Exclusively on Netflix (2026)

Call My Agent! The Movie, aka Dix Pour Cent, Le Film, will be released on September 10, 2026, exclusively on Netflix. The original…

Brand New! Our French Boutique is Now Open on Amazon!

Welcome to La Boutique, a curated lifestyle gallery by French A L.A Carte USA. As a Francophile or someone who loves true heritage…

Mother’s Day Gift Guide: 10 Treasures for the Francophile Mom

To a French mother, a gift is a ‘petit plaisir’, a small pleasure that celebrates her elegance, her home, and the ‘Joie de…

The Art of the Macaron: Celebrating France’s Most Iconic Treat

Happy Macaron Day! Whether you are a lifelong fan of these delicate Parisian treats or looking for a reason to indulge, today is…

Shop My 5+ French Vanity Essentials

Discover the 5 French pharmacy cult-favorites that every woman needs.These are cult classic products that have earned their place on French women’s vanity…