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How to stay slim, the French way

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10 secrets of slenderness, known only to French Ladies Tourists often wonder how French women manage to stay slim and

Facts about French Food an Cooking

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French Fries May Not Actually Have Been Invented in France In the United States, everybody says “French fries”. This is

Regional Specialities of France

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The French will usually cook and prepare dishes local to their region. This no way means they are parochial. The

A History of French Cuisine

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French food and cooking are generally considered the backbone and underpinning of many cuisines across the Western world. The influence

Goat Cheese and Chabichou

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Cheese is a tradition in Charente. The region produces two thirds of the French goat cheese, and accounts for one

Cognac and Pineau Tasting

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The Charente is the place to be for a Cognac and Pineau tasting. Pineau is a fortified wine made by

Paris fanzone for Champions League final: What Liverpool fans need to know May 24, 2022
Authorities in Paris are setting up a fanzone to allow the tens of thousands of Liverpool fans set to descend on Paris for the Champions League final to congregate in one place. Here's what you need to know.
'Affaire Mila': Six convicted for harassing French teen over anti-Islam videos May 24, 2022
A French court convicted six people on Tuesday for harassing a teen online over her anti-Islam videos in a case that sparked debate about free speech and the right to insult religions.
Mbappe: 'Macron gave me good advice' on PSG deal May 24, 2022
Kylian Mbappe made the startling revelation that he had talked over his potential transfer to Real Madrid with Emmanuel Macron, saying he appreciated the "good advice" of the French president, who wanted the Paris Saint-Germain star to stay in France.
Tax warning for second-home owners with French carte de séjour May 24, 2022
British second-home owners in France who have acquired a post-Brexit carte de séjour are being warned of potential tax problems.
Paris-Berlin high-speed train 'possible next year' May 24, 2022
French rail operator SNCF said Tuesday it hopes to launch a Paris-Berlin high-speed service next year with Germany's Deutsche Bahn to tap into a perceived willingness by passengers to take longer train trips.
Pas de Souci: Why French language experts are divided over 'no worries' May 24, 2022
The quirks of the French language are an eternal puzzle for many foreign learners. But what students often don’t know is that they are also the matter of heated debates and controversies within France itself, writes language expert Pierre-Yves Modicom.
French Word of the Day: T’inquiète May 24, 2022
This is a good example of something you won't find in your French textbook, but will nonetheless hear all the time in France.
Traffic warnings for France ahead of holiday weekend May 24, 2022
This weekend represents the first chance to 'faire le pont' and have a long holiday weekend - and the French seem set to make the most of it with warnings of extremely heavy traffic from Wednesday.
What to know when visiting France's lavender fields this summer May 24, 2022
Known affectionately as 'blue gold,' France’s lavender fields are a popular tourist attraction every year. Here is what you need to know about visiting them:
French courts drop rape case against film director Luc Besson May 24, 2022
The Paris court of appeal on Tuesday confirmed the dropping of rape accusations against French film director Luc Besson, one of the highest profile controversies of the #MeToo era in the country.
7 tips for buying French cheese May 24, 2022
Charles de Gaulle famously said of France 'how can anyone govern a country with 246 varieties of cheese?'. But the General had underestimated - France actually has closer to 1,000 different types of cheese, which can feel a bit overwhelming.
Late fees, fines and charges: What you risk by missing French tax deadlines May 24, 2022
The deadlines for the annual French tax declaration are upon us, but what are the penalties if you either miss the deadline or fail to file your return at all? We take a look at the sanctions.
EXPLAINED: Who has to make a tax declaration in France in 2022? May 24, 2022
Deadlines are approaching for the 2022 tax declaration, so here's who needs to complete one.
Pressure mounts on France's new disabilities minister to resign over rape allegations May 23, 2022
French President Emmanuel Macron's newly appointed disabilities minister was facing mounting pressure to resign on Monday after the emergence of rape allegations from over a decade ago.
Tell us: Do you have questions about travel to/from France this summer? May 23, 2022
If you have a trip booked this summer and you're unsure about travel restrictions (Covid-related or otherwise), send us your questions and we will do our best to answer them.
Covid rules: Travelling abroad from France this summer May 23, 2022
There's been plenty written on travel rules for people coming to France - but what if you live in France and have plans for international travel over the coming months? We've got you covered.
Paxlovid, tests and isolation: Covid care for tourists in France May 23, 2022
With travel opening up, many people are planning trips to France over the next few months, but the Covid pandemic has not gone away. Here are your questions answered on testing, isolation and medical treatment if you do fall sick while on holiday.
French Expression of the Day: S’autokiffer May 23, 2022
Here's a newish addition to French - aka the language of love.
Plumbing Emergencies in France: Who to call and what to say May 23, 2022
Plumbing ermergencies are common in France, so here's our guide to what to do, who to call and the phrases you will need if water starts gushing in unexpected areas.
French government clarifies post-Brexit rules on pets for second-home owners May 23, 2022
Brexit hasn't just brought about changes in passport rules for humans, pets are also affected and now the French government has laid out the rules for pet passports for British second-home owners.