Leaving the US
Why Moving to France Changed Our Lives: Lessons from the Countryside
From New York to Rural France: Discovering the Power of Food, Nature, and Connection
daily life in france
Leaving the US
Searching for a Motive: Our Journey to France
Navigating the Challenges and Realities of Moving to France
urban vs. rural
Living with the Sounds of France: Protecting Rural Life from City Noise Complaints
How France’s Sensory Heritage Law Defends Cows, Roosters, and Frogs from Newcomer Lawsuits
Table & Foraging
Basic French Cooking Terms You May Know Already
But let’s go over them, just in case. These get mixed up a lot.
Table & Foraging
French Recipe: Rustic Salade Lyonnaise with dandelion greens and wild onions
A blend of bitter greens, crispy bacon, poached egg, and tangy dressing for a balanced, flavorful starter or a light main.
Culture
A bit about French History
this section will discuss strange, curious, and bizarre parts of France's past
Soundtrack
French Music Then and Now
Interesting music from France and the Francophone world
Table & Foraging
Carottes Râpées, the Ubiquitous French Carrot Salad
This is one of those recipes that you’ll find everywhere here, in varying quality, from unattractive supermarket versions to fancy upscale bistros.
expatriate
Salad Days: Understanding a bit about French Mortgages & Loans
From Steaks to Stakes: A Glimpse into France's Approach to Mortgages and Life Insurance
daily life in france
Teacher Strikes continue today and Saturday
Strikers assemble for a smaller march starting at the Ducal Castle in Nantes
Table & Foraging
The Ragondin & Other Wildlife of France
With recipes and serving suggestions
american food in france
A Quick Cost of Living Comparison - NYC to Paris
And a little bit about the French city we're living in.