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Bonjour and Bienvenue!  It is not always easy to hop on a plane and travel to France. But that doesn’t mean we can’t indulge in a bit of “armchair travel”.  As a writer and artist based in Paris, join me as I dive beyond the surface, past the elegant historic monuments, and into what it is really like to live in France.

The daily life, the ups and downs, and the everyday moments, let’s go on a little jaunt, shall we? Bon voyage!

LIVING IN FRANCE

16 French Philosophers who changed the world

If there is ever a topic that the French take seriously, it is philosophy. …

17 Famous French paintings that have defined France

France has long been known as the “land of art”, with producing many a famous …

32 Famous French People throughout history

France has a long and storied history, with a profound impact on the world of …

29 Famous French Artists and Painters you should know

France has always renowned for its cultural scene, attracting artists and art lovers from around …

34 Amazing Facts about the Louvre Museum

The Louvre Museum is one of the largest and most famous museums in the world. …

History of the Louvre: From Royal Château to Museum

The history of the Louvre in Paris is a long and fascinating one. Today it …

FRENCH FOOD

Scallops and spinach pasta, with mushrooms and pesto sauce (Instant Pot)

This Recipe uses: ScallopsWholewheat pastaSpinachWhite button mushroomsGarlic flakesEchalote flakes Pesto or pistou saucePinch of salt and …

Homemade Sauce Espagnole (Recipe)

This Recipe uses: ButterFlourBeef stock (low sodium)1 Small carrot1 Small onion (white or yellow) Canned tomato puréeGarlic …

Homemade French Velouté sauce (Recipe)

This Recipe uses: ButterFlourChicken stock crème fraiche (heavy cream)Pinch of salt and pepper One of the most classic …

12 Easy French sauces recipes (including mother sauces)

French food is considered some of the best in the world. One of basics of …

French gougères with cheese (Appetizer Recipe)

This Recipe uses: FlourEggsGrated cheese (eg. gruyère)ButterMilk WaterPinch of grated nutmegPinch of salt and pepper(Optional) Pinch of …

Easy French Tartare Sauce recipe

This Recipe uses: Dill picklesCapersDried DillChopped chivesDried parsley Espelette pepper (or cayenne pepper)Lemon juicePinch of black pepperMayonnaise The …

Living in Paris: the Good, the Bad, the Ugly

It is called the Paris Syndrome: the severe culture shock that tourists experience upon realizing that the Paris of one’s dreams is not the reality. And that is for visitors, imagine if they lived here!

I don’t intend to dash all your dreams but the reality of living in Paris is that it is not all it is cracked up to be. After being in Paris for over 10 years, I have to bemusedly point out a few pros and cons…

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TRAVELING IN FRANCE

Walking Tour of Paris: French Revolution Edition (Incl. Map)

If there ever was a city made for a walking tour, it is Paris. …

Visit Jardin des Plantes in Paris

Right in the heart of Paris in the 5th arrondissement is a large botanical garden, …

17 Best Museums in Paris you shouldn’t miss

Paris is an exceptionally rich city with regards to history and culture. So it is …

Visit the Louvre Museum: 16 things you should not miss

The most visited museum in the world, in the most visited city in the world. …

Panthéon in Paris: Visiting Guide

One of the most iconic monuments in Paris, the Panthéon was intended to be a …

14 Things to see at Musée d’Orsay in Paris

The Musee d’Orsay in Paris, has got to be one of the finest museums in …