French Life + Culture

Once the Christmas holidays wind down, you might wonder how the French celebrate the end of the year. Although there is no right or wrong …

A paperweight, a festive ornament, a collector’s item, a holiday souvenir, and a symbol of innocence, the snow globe is a timeless product depicting the …

For many years, on November 25, hat makers (also called milliners) across France raised a toast to celebrate an event that now pops up on …

Christmas in France is dreamy. The twinkling lights, the warm mulled wine, the hustle-bustle of Christmas markets, and the beautifully decorated store windows; make it …

The French are known for their classy, elegant, and effortlessly chic style. And for good reason. People and especially fashion lovers all over the world …

Did you watch the Call My Agent series on Netflix and wonder what the film locations in Paris were? This is a game Mr. Misadventures …

If you like crepes (crêpes), France’s paper-thin pancakes that melt in your mouth then you will love La Chandeleur. Chandeleur or La Fête des Crêpes …

There is a reason that people repeat the Audrey Hepburn “Paris is always a good idea.” line from the movie Sabrina! Paris is one city …

Mr. Misadventures and I just binged watched the latest rendition of the classic French character, Arséne Lupin, the gentleman thief featured in Maurice Leblanc novels. …

I think it is safe to say that I, along with the rest of the world, read a lot more books than usual in 2020. …

I know that I write a lot about Paris, but France is more than Paris (a series I actually used to have!) and I thought …

I’ve written a lot about packing for Paris. Be it my 5 tips or seasonal picks (Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer) for clothing, shoes, and accessories, but I have …