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Everything you need to know about the French Breton bowl

These practical and personalized Breton bowls are a common sight in French kitchen cupboards. So what is the story behind these bowls, and how do the French use them? Read…

Christmas lights along the Champs-Elysées in Paris.

What is a traditional French Christmas like?

The traditional French Christmas is all about family, food, and more food. Besides that, the holiday season might look a bit less extravagant here than in some other countries. Sure,…

What is joie de vivre, and why are the French so good at it?

You might have noticed that the French have a certain carefree way of living. They seem to have an ability to effortlessly enjoy life. When you see them lounging by…

How to “faire la bise” – the do’s and don’ts of French cheek kissing

The French way of greeting each other with cheek kisses can be very confusing to someone non-French. Who do you do la bise to? How many kisses per cheek is…

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Everything you need to know about the French Breton bowl

What is a traditional French Christmas like?

What is joie de vivre, and why are the French so good at it?

How to “faire la bise” – the do’s and don’ts of French cheek kissing