French Culture and Lifestyle Blog in USA for Francophones and Francophiles
As the world continues to be confined with #stayathome orders, culture, arts, and music graciously come to us. There are more and more FREE Virtual Cultural Tours offered all over the world from the comfort of our couch and computer. Some virtual visits have particularly caught our eyes such as taking a stroll down Monet's Garden in … Continue reading More Free Virtual Cultural Tours
Local restaurants have taken a huge economic loss due to the coronavirus shutdown. Let's support our local businesses during this difficult time for everyone in Texas. On the French side, we have found a couple places that offer Take-Out, Curbside or Delivery in the DFW Metroplex when you have that special craving for French goodies like bistro foods, … Continue reading French Take-Out, Curbside, Delivery Orders in DFW Metroplex
During these challenging times of #stayathome #restonsàlamaison and social distancing with COVID-19, our minds and spirits do not have to be confined and can still explore, escape and be especially very creative. Here are a few ideas to explore French culture and Paris Museums but also world art, culture, and history through global virtual lenses. … Continue reading Virtual Field Trips at Home
In the midst of the global pandemic COVID-19, the world leader in luxury LVMH and the parent company of French luxury brands such as the Christian Dior, Guerlain, and Givenchy are standing together in solidarity and "corporate philanthropy". Since earlier this week, these French Perfume Houses have halted perfume production and are busy manufacturing & providing free hydroalcoholic … Continue reading LVMH French Perfume Houses Manufacture Free Hydroalcoholic Gel
In France, the customary "faire la bise" greeting by kissing on the cheek as well as "se serrer la main" handshakes have been discouraged as precautionary measures to help prevent the spread of the Coronavirus as per French Health Minister Olivier Véran.To help protect your health and that of others:Wash hands with soaps regularly Use hand sanitizer Cough … Continue reading No More “Bise” or Handshake in France