Wondering what life is like in France? Whether you are planning on living abroad or just dreaming about the French way of life, get ready to hear about our adventures in daily life, family life, and learning French. The mistakes expats make, the cost of living, we uncover the truth about living in Paris.
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You might have seen the pictures on Instagram: a grassy spot next to the river Seine, with a laughing couple or a group of young people, lounging around with a sparkling glass of wine. A romantic picnic in Paris is…
So I have a secret to confess: I am completely addicted to home renovation shows. There is no French version of HGTV, so that is definitely the one thing I binge-watch when I visit North America. So, all this to…
Nobody ever questions nursery rhymes as a child. Au Clair de la Lune is probably one of those French nursery rhymes that every French kid learns to warble in pre-school. But if you listen to the lyrics for the first…
Tinkling laughter, a few stumbles down ancient cobblestone streets hand in hand with your French lover, is there any place more romantic than Paris in the spring? (Well Paris in winter is equally lovely and the lover doesn't have to…
It's the Jour de l'Epiphanie! Time for some cake! France may be a secular country, but certain Christian traditions are still widely carried on. Three Kings Day, as it is called in English, is inspired by the 3 kings who…
Warning, look away now if you are a sensitive soul. The following French insults are fighting words, and will definitely add fuel to the flames. French may be a beautiful language, but French people are not afraid to get into…
Everyone reaches their limit at a certain point. Sometimes you just need to curse out loud, and swear to the heavens. French people are not afraid of cursing. If you live in Paris, this might be more often than not.…
There is always that annoying relative who asks: Are you going to change your last name after the wedding? As a woman, the moment of doubt arises. Even if we are in the 21st century. No matter your convictions, and…
Ah Paris, that romantic city of lights! And the Eiffel Tower, which is one of those iconic places people love to pop the question. And yet, you don't see many foreigners hosting their wedding in France. That's because it is…
Young Kids say a lot of wacky stuff. I always want to video them chatting, because it is simply hilarious. And it adds a whole different level when those kids are born-and-bred little Frenchies. Funny Words your French Child will…
We like to have a bit of fun once in a while, so I thought I would put together a few tips on how you too can show off a bit of that Parisian "Je ne sais quoi". With tongue…
Even if you've never read the comic books, you will still be swept away into the world of Asterix, the mighty little Gaul fighting the evil Roman Empire. French children grow up devouring this comic, so it stands to reason…
If you have toddlers and are considering trekking out to Disneyland Paris, I have a better solution: Jardin d'Acclimatation. It is directly on Line 1 of the Paris metro (about 2 km away from the Champs Elysées), and has tons…
Growing up in Canada, we had "snow days", when so much snow had fallen the snowplows couldn't get to it on time. Living in France, my kids have a "strike day". No, my little French revolutionaries will not be marching…
The holiday season is fast approaching, and I'm sure you are wondering what to get your favorite francophile! Not to toot our own horn, but we know a thing or two about being a francophile. (P.S. I'm a big believer…
This topic has been swirling around for some time, until last week it all came to a head. I was offered the chance for a feature on another site; the catch was they wanted a picture of me with my…
Paris may be one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but it has an ugly side. The ugly side that tourists rarely visit, but that locals know all too well: the Boulevard Périphérique. Also known as "the worst…
There comes a point in every Parisian's life when he or she starts to wonder: Should they maybe move out of Paris? Move out of Paris, you say! Why? The charm, the culture, the museums! If you've not read the…
So you want to stay on the west side, but you want a house! And you perhaps want to send your kid that very famous public International school in Saint-Germain-en-Laye with its multitude of foreign language section. Welcome to the…
Living in Grand Paris is all about transport. Where do you need to travel to, compared to where you live? There's a saying in Paris "Metro, Boulot, Dodo", meaning "Commute, Work, Sleep". Over 12 million people live in Grand Paris,…