French-Inspired Father’s Day Gifts
In French, we say Bonnes Fêtes des Pères for Happy Father’s Day! The informal way to say father is dad or papa, so you can say Bonne Fête Papa! In France and in the United States, it is celebrated on … Continue reading French-Inspired Father’s Day Gifts
Incredible Eiffel Tower Trompe l’Oeil by French Artist JR
A few days ago Parisians woke up to find their iron lady engulfed in an incredible Trompe L’oeil, the work of JR French artist on the eve of Paris Déconfinement of the café terraces. This massive optical illusion reveals the … Continue reading Incredible Eiffel Tower Trompe l’Oeil by French Artist JR
3 Essential French Baking Products
Nowadays you can find almost anything on the internet and especially on Amazon. As I was preparing the Mothers’ Day Gift Selection post and the Father’s Day post coming out shortly, it dawned on me that I, as a French … Continue reading 3 Essential French Baking Products
Lupin Part 2, Release Date on Netflix!
As Lupin was reconnecting and bonding with his son, we are left on a cliffhanger when his son suddenly disappears from sight, and we realize he has been kidnapped in the last episode of Part 1! In Part 2, “Assane’s … Continue reading Lupin Part 2, Release Date on Netflix!
Bonne Fête des Mères !
Mother’s Day or La Fête des Mères in France is celebrated on the last Sunday of May or on May 30th, unless it falls on Pentecost Day, and in that case, it will be moved to the first Sunday in … Continue reading Bonne Fête des Mères !
French-Inspired Mother’s Day Gifts
For Mother’s Day or La Fête des Mères, I have compiled a delightful original selection of French-inspired gifts or petits cadeaux. Personally, I really do think it’s the thought that counts and prefer thoughtful little tokens of affection (unless it’s … Continue reading French-Inspired Mother’s Day Gifts
Lily of the Valley – Muguet des Bois Intoxicating Fragrance
May 1st in France is called “La Fête du Muguet, and every year, rain or shine, we celebrate le 1er Mai with some Muguet des Bois or Lily of the Valley. It’s a wonderful day that rhymes with happiness, hope, … Continue reading Lily of the Valley – Muguet des Bois Intoxicating Fragrance
Best French Breakfast: Oeuf à la Coque
Of course, when you think of a typical French breakfast, images of buttery croissants and pain au chocolat come to mind, but there’s another French classic favorite breakfast or “petit déjeuner” that every French man, woman, and child has grown … Continue reading Best French Breakfast: Oeuf à la Coque
Limoges Porcelain Boxes
Limoges Porcelain Boxes honor the French tradition worldwide, are collectibles that will last a lifetime, and make magnificent French gifts for all occasions. Continue reading Limoges Porcelain Boxes
The French Easter Bunny is a Hen!
In France there is no such thing as the Easter Bunny! Easter is depicted with a big fat hen and there are eggs, bells, and fish, but sorry no bunny! The French tradition of the Easter Bells dates back from … Continue reading The French Easter Bunny is a Hen!
Les Petits Macarons
There are early accounts of the creation of the macaron, an almond cookie, which could have inspired the Macaron we enjoy today. Traditionally, it is believed to have been introduced in France by the Italian chef of Queen Catherine de … Continue reading Les Petits Macarons
Francophonie French Facts
The International Francophonie Day – La Journée Internationale de la Francophonie was created on March 20, 1970, in Niamey (Niger), with the birth of the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) to celebrate the French language around the world in Francophone countries. This … Continue reading Francophonie French Facts
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