Bonjour! Let's talk about the best French white wine out there... which is, of course, Muscadet (not to be confused with Muscat). I know, I know, wine is highly subjective, but if you're a fan of crisp, dry white wines, then you need to know about this standout white wine. Muscadet is produced just ... Read More about Here’s why Muscadet is the best French white wine
The ultimate list of travel essentials for Europe: Don’t leave home without these!
If you have a fair amount of long-haul travel under your belt and think back to the early days, you'll definitely remember trips where you were majorly unprepared. From forgetting certain travel accessories to not even knowing you needed them in the first place, travel to Europe is certainly a rite ... Read More about The ultimate list of travel essentials for Europe: Don’t leave home without these!
Coravin review: The wine accessory I should have bought years ago!
Since moving to France, I've become a regular wine drinker and enjoy a glass of wine with my dinner a couple of nights a week. But Tom doesn't drink, so it's not always convenient to open a bottle of wine. Sound familiar? Well, I have a solution. It's called a Coravin and is a wine accessory that I ... Read More about Coravin review: The wine accessory I should have bought years ago!
Are French people lazy?
The big news out of France these days is that President Macron's controversial plan to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 years old was actually approved by the constitutional court earlier this month. This has sparked numerous debates about French people's work ethic. If you know the ... Read More about Are French people lazy?
15 Beauty and skincare essentials I can’t live without (including a few French ones!)
Man oh man, here's another long overdue post I should've written years ago. The other post I finally published is my no BS guide to how to dress in France that I hope you'll check out. Today, I'm sharing my top beauty and skincare recommendations. I get asked about what French beauty products I use ... Read More about 15 Beauty and skincare essentials I can’t live without (including a few French ones!)
5 Popular American comfort foods that French people don’t eat
The French love food and enjoying it is a bit of a national pastime. From simple dishes prepared well to unique Michelin chef creations and everything in between, there's no shortage of amazing French food to be enjoyed by all. But the French aren't fans of everything, nor are all the foods you know ... Read More about 5 Popular American comfort foods that French people don’t eat
No BS guide on what to wear in France (from someone who’s lived here a decade!)
France can be intimidating to a lot of us, especially before our first trip when we're left to base our opinion on other people's stories. I know this to be true because France intimidated me before I moved here! From the language to the people to the culture, it can all be dizzying for someone who ... Read More about No BS guide on what to wear in France (from someone who’s lived here a decade!)
French people love Breton striped shirts (and so do I!)
If I asked you to think about iconic French clothing and had you narrow it down to casual fashion, what would pop into your head? For me, a Breton striped shirt is at the top of the list. They're popular with the French and non-French alike and have been for years. There are a couple of French ... Read More about French people love Breton striped shirts (and so do I!)
Quince cashmere review: Is this online brand worth it?
I'm a big online browser/shopper and recently discovered Quince. They make high-quality essentials at an affordable price and have everything from cashmere sweaters, luxury organic linen sheets, jewelry, and even washable silk. Quince sent me a few pieces to review and I'm so excited to tell you ... Read More about Quince cashmere review: Is this online brand worth it?
France calculates these 8 things in a totally different way than the U.S.
Holy heck are cultural differences fascinating. I've been blogging here on Oui In France since 2012 and there's no shortage of material when it comes to examining the differences between life in France versus the U.S. I love writing about this stuff in the hope that it'll help prepare you for your ... Read More about France calculates these 8 things in a totally different way than the U.S.