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27  april     08h25
French word of the day: Allemand
Nassie    Published: April 23, 2026 We are finally having a sunny week here in the Paris region, which is good because the kids are on school holidays yet...
07  april     12h32
Diane de Poitiers: The King’s scandalous mistress (1500-1566)
Nassie    Dive into the life of Diane de Poitiers, the royal mistress of King Henry II of France, her rivalry with his wife Catherine de Medici.
02  april     09h09
French word of the day: Tutoyer
Nassie    Published on: April 2, 2026 So I’m not quite sure what is going on with the weather here in the Paris region at the moment because, since my last...
13  march     10h08
Lamb mijoté stew in Instant pot
Nassie    Tender instant Pot lamb stew simmered in a rich, savory sauce with vegetables and herbs. Easy and comforting, this lamb mijoté is one to love.
12  march     14h45
Air fryer puff pastry boursin and ham rolls
Nassie    Crispy air fryer puff pastry rolls filled with creamy Boursin cheese and savory ham. An easy appetizer or snack with flaky layers and rich flavor.
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French word of the day: Printemps
Nassie    Published March 12, 2026 It is a surprisingly sunny start to March here in France No groundhogs around here, but I’d say spring is sprung. The last...
11  march     16h32
17 French expressions about spring
Nassie    Explore beautiful French expressions and proverbs about spring, from classic sayings to poetic phrases celebrating the return of sunshine, flowers,...
13  february     11h08
French word of the day: Hiver
Nassie    Published: 13 February 2026 Mid-February, and you know what that means: no, not Valentine’s day but rather Chandeleur (Candelmas) Yes, this may not...
05  february     13h21
How to cook the French magret de canard
Nassie    Pan-seared magret de canard with crispy skin and tender pink meat, finished with a quick balsamic glaze. A classic French duck recipe that’s simple,...
23  january     09h05
French word of the day: Manger
Nassie    Published: 22 January 2026 It has been surprisingly balmy the past couple of days here in the Paris area, and my goodness it is welcome. January...
12  january     10h37
French word of the day: Les vacances
Nassie    Published on: 8 January 2026 Bonne année and happy new year Yes, the Christmas holidays have wrapped up. And we are now debating if it is too early...
21  december     22h05
French word of the day: L’ancien et le nouveau
Nassie    Published: December 18, 2025 We’re off to a surprisingly balmy (but unsurprisingly grey) December here in the Paris area. So warm, the gloves and...
03  december     15h31
The Perfect Paris itinerary: How many days do you really need?
Nassie    Discover how many days you really need for sightseeing, food, museums, and day trips in and around Paris. Plus tips for first-timers and families.
02  december     10h10
9 Things to do in Auvergne Rhône-Alpes in Central France
Nassie    Discover the top 9 things to do in Auvergne Rhône-Alpes, from mountainous landscapes, roman ruins, alpine lakes, charming villages, and standout food.
27  november     14h21
French word of the day: Le Black Friday
Nassie    And just like that, it is Black Friday week here in France Yes, happy thanksgiving to all our American friends, and thank you for sending us on this...
14  november     09h02
French word of the day: Le BHV
Nassie    Published: 13 November 2025 And just like that we are nearly into Christmas No, Mariah Carey has not yet made her appearance on French radio, but the...
03  november     11h05
French word of the day: La Casse
Nassie    Published: October 23, 2025 It has been a cold blustery month in Paris, and the weather here is not great either. You may have heard, there was an...
01  october     10h13
Journées du patrimoine: How to navigate Heritage Days in Paris
Nassie    Journées européennes du patrimoine, meaning European Heritage day is one of the most popular weekends in France, and especially in Paris. This is the...
30  september     10h14
French word of the day: Patrimoine
Nassie    Published: September 26, 2025 Well it is a cold and rainy September in Paris, no late summer days in the sunshine here. Apparently it has been the...
08  september     08h21
French word of the day: Sacré Charlemagne
Nassie    Published: 4 September 2025 And just like that it is September. Back to school for my little écoliers, all scrubbed and clean with their shiny new...
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