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A French Wedding in 6 Steps

Coucou ! According to the thousands of foreigners getting married in Versailles, Paris, Provence… A wedding in France is a dream come true for happy couples. But very few French newlyweds get their picture taken in front of the Tour Eiffel or a lavender field.

When to Eat in France: Sacred Mealtimes

Salut, As you’ve been interested in French for a while, you know how important food is to French people. And not only what we cook and eat. But also plates, tablecloth and… meal times! Try to have lunch at 4PM and you’ll grab the strictness

9 Fake French Things

Is that French saying REALLY French? What about French Fries? French Toast? These 9 “French things” aren’t really French…

How to Say Your Phone Number in French

Salut ! Imagine this: a great opportunity comes your way: you have the chance of winning an all expenses paid scholarship to Paris for a year. Financed by the French embassy. All you have to do is leave your contact details, in French, including of

How to Wish Someone Happy Mother’s Day in France

Coucou ! In France, this Sunday, it’s Mother’s Day! It may be different in your country but here we celebrate Mother’s day on the last Sunday in May. What about celebrating your mum TWICE this year? She’ll love to receive a « happy mother’s day » in

12 Common French Gestures

Bonjour ! While living in England, I discovered how gestures are important. Mainly by making mistakes. A language is not only words but also gestures and facial expressions. And a gesture is usually understood on its own. People get it straight away. So if you

How to Drink Wine in France, Like a Local

Salut ! Wine, cheese and bread are the 3 symbols of French food. But we don’t drink wine, buy bread and eat cheese like in the movies set in Paris. Today, I’ll demystify French wine by giving you 5 tips about wine in France. From

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