The USA is a huge country, and no matter where you go, you’ll find all types of everyday conveniences that make our lives easier and more efficient. In France, many things we take for granted in the USA are done a little differently. Let’s talk about these French cultural differences.
As I type this at 9:56 p.m., it’s 95 F/35 C outside. Temps topped 100 F today and there’s no…
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I moved abroad for the first time in 2009. I came for work and there was a very clear end…
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June 2019 marks 7 years of blogging here at Oui in France, and WOW does time fly. I think I…
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Do you believe in ghosts? If so, do you think it’s possible to take a picture of one? I personally…
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French and American homes look similar enough on the surface. They have front doors, a roof, windows, a kitchen. You…
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The South of France has long had a reputation as a holiday destination for the glamorous and beautiful, but it’s…
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In the 7 years I’ve lived in France, I’ve seen my fair share of bad tourist behavior. Here are the…
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If you’re into French sweets and culture, you’re in for a literal treat. If you’re new here, I’ve been doing some behind-the-scenes style videos including a bakery series that went viral, as I develop the direction of my channel. In that same vein, I decided to reach out to a local chocolate shop so here’s my French chocolate making video.
Over the past week, my behind-the-scenes bakery video from November has taken off on YouTube, and at the time of…
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In recent years, I’ve made a shift to try to live a more sustainable life. I haven’t done anything extraordinary…
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Is Paris safe? Several readers have written to ask me if it’s still safe for them to visit Paris on an upcoming vacation and here’s my answer. I’ve included resources at the end that you might find helpful.
The only time I ever get up willingly before 4 a.m. is for an early morning flight, but on Friday,…
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There’s no shortage when it comes to Christmas Advent calendar ideas. Forget the simple cardboard calendars with dinky little flaps. Christmas Advent calendars have become super fancy and make great gifts. From Advent calendars with chocolate, food, candles, toys, and more, my French advent calendar ideas will help make your holidays all the more merry.
How’s it going? I’m popping in today to say a quick hello and to share my latest French culture videos on YouTube with you. My YouTube channel is all about everyday French life and beyond and I cover French language tutorials, travel, and what it’s like as a foreigner in France (not Paris!).
Maybe you’ve considered living or working abroad and you’re looking to make a change for yourself. Curious about how to find a job in France (or elsewhere?)? It’s not impossible, but you have to put in the work.
It’s easy to find a million reasons why you should move abroad to France. But once you’re here, is life perfect? Of course not! Let’s talk about the hardest parts of living abroad in France.
French rosé wine is some of the best around, so kick off your summer shindigs with these 3 rosé wines for summer. The bottles look as good as the wines taste, not to mention they make great hostess gifts.
France is known for its wine, so if you find yourself at a winery sipping up a bit of culture, you’ll want to read on. To make the most of your visit, keep my tips for visiting a winery in France in mind.
One of my readers left a comment that got me thinking. Julie wrote, “What is it about France that allows us to slow down and really appreciate the smaller things in life? I find I get excited about things that I wouldn’t even give a second thought to at home and I find myself doing things I wouldn’t think possible.” Why does France allow us to slow down and appreciate the small things? Or does it? Will a move abroad make you enjoy life more? Should it?